Executive Director

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Executive Director Position Overview  
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YWCA Edmonton has a history of over 100 years shaping a world of equality, opportunity and
  e0 i! V. ]% U6 \choice for Edmontonians. We are poised for growth, and have recently developed new
programming and campaigns that continue to create leadership opportunities, advocacy and
support for women and their families.  

7 A# S. e3 J3 C- o- AThe successful Executive Director (ED) will combine a woman centered perspective, strategic
$ s4 }" s; H- y4 hthinking and be both enthusiastic and an outstanding communicator / relationship builder to lead
4 e+ N& X/ Q6 y! z. ~this multi-service agency.  With over 200 staff and an operating budget of $8 million, YWCA
: I# y8 Y3 C0 ?: ]: f6 s7 q3 UEdmonton often acts as a catalyst for developing innovative services within the City and
  a( G& _3 O7 ^+ J5 }0 N, W. csurrounding region.  Through generous support from a variety of funders and donors, YWCA
0 h" ~3 M8 e6 ~, n) REdmonton annually assists over 9,000 people with programming that reflects the diversity of the
9 Y& v; m+ J. `2 Icommunity the agency serves.   
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3 |- W4 F( r2 e. O9 U6 c! GYWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
( Q/ _( K5 D# l5 t: z- h$ @the Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
2 C' g$ z" g9 w9 vinnovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   
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8 o1 s4 Q8 G$ HResponsibilities

& F5 H: L. Q% j( r  Q0 Z- dReporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
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Specific responsibilities include:  
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•  Providing leadership, general supervision, management and control of the operations of
the YWCA on a day-to-day basis in accordance with the plans and policies approved by
3 q% B- N; {, H% ]: q1 p6 Nthe Board of Directors;  
•  Reporting to the board on a timely basis all relevant information regarding operations
including financial, policy and personnel issues and provides information necessary to
# g# M% I0 ^9 f4 U' D2 X! }enable the Board to exercise their responsibilities;
•  Contributing to the development and achievement of the 1 -3 year operational plan and
$ ]: O# {; T0 J7 v$ wobjectives ensuring that the plan is consistent with the strategic directions established by
" |8 A, N1 T* R& I! Y5 B# Tthe board;  
•  Developing and executing the annual operational and capital budget;  
1 b$ A* O" s9 I0 j' `/ ]•  Nurturing relationships with key stakeholders and community organizations to champion
4 N8 p) y4 W0 O6 e# s/ ~the development, implementation and successful execution of YWCA service offerings;
•  Reviewing existing policies and programs to recommend new or revise to meet the
1 Z8 G! o. `2 _8 w9 D* }changing needs of the organization and community;
7 _3 a" `9 P8 B+ B•  Identifying, qualifying and initiating opportunities to meet the current and growth revenue
! e* z4 r2 ?6 f$ Icommitments;
- F- r+ j! J( R& M. Q( a•  Overseeing contract negotiation with various stakeholders;  
# S* J% k. P. E1 ]( z; R% Q: _6 Y. ~•  Fostering an environment of fair treatment of employees and volunteers through effective
; N+ w; {+ ^1 x6 M2 r9 V; A3 Q. \selection, development, motivation, retention and appraisal systems;  
•  Encouraging the development of high-performance team members motivated to succeed;
•  Enhancing the public imagine and working relationship within our community to
effectively and positively represent the association;
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. p  w! x+ [  a+ d•  Identifying the YWCA’s principle risks, reviewing those risks with the Board, and ensuring
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•  Establishing, in conjunction with the Board Chair and Board, an annual list of personal
6 i: U' |% G* f3 c; U1 Wperformance objectives (within the context of the strategic plan) to be achieved by the ED
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•  Conducting affairs of the YWCA in accordance with the commonly accepted ethical
practices, consistent with the YWCA Vision, Mission and Values and the policies of
YWCA Canada; and
•  Acting as an Ex-Officio member of the Board, all Board Committees and Board Task
9 g9 d/ c7 Y4 c4 h- J5 ]Forces.  
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9 K2 g8 A0 C/ V  c2 K7 s) A# lRequired Skills & Abilities
•  Ability to develop and understand organizational goals, objectives and operations;
•  Ability to construct a convincing business case, express it clearly and gain consensus
around decisions, plans and actions;
! i  Q0 ~- a$ P( A8 X•  Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles;
: \, ~- T3 x% s•  Ability to manage and translate objectives into actions, which are specific, measurable
and achievable with realistic timeframes;
4 v) T+ |  b( N4 o" t•  Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor a significant number of functions / tasks
* A  _( G- l1 F: ^: {1 isimultaneously;
•  Interpersonal Skills – Exceptional listening and communication skills and ability to build
rapport with stakeholders and diverse audiences in a variety of settings;
•  Experience leading and empowering individuals to become star performers; and
% i: T, `" @# F•  Superior negotiation skills.

Required Professional Designation / Certification
•  Post secondary degree or equivalent experience.
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Required Experience
7 T& s3 s) w2 C•  Minimum of 10 years experience managing multi-service non-profit organizations;
•  Strong knowledge of government contracts and demonstrated negotiation
9 T/ x4 i/ A1 S! [# q) F. M" p7 Q! W9 oabilities;
& @% E1 H5 \" u% P+ {$ }4 ^6 \•  Exceptional interpersonal skills including knowledge of Public Relations,
1 e* t5 H* M2 G6 R0 s* i. MNetworking and Fundraising;
" w5 w. v# E* n3 p; r( ?% f•  Strong business acumen and familiarity with risk management, budgeting, forecasting
and financial statements; and
•  Experience advocating, empowering and championing women and girls from a women
centered perspective.

7 C) A# r+ {% V8 }0 \- JTo apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
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