Location
535 Hornby Street, and home office. Travel throughout Metro Vancouver to program locations is required. Occasional travel throughout BC (British Columbia) is expected.
Posting Period
June 10, 2025 - June 17, 2025
Job Description
The Associate Director of Employment and Community Programs offers strategic leadership to guide, expand, and strengthen the YWCA’s portfolio of newcomer and related programs. Creating new partnerships, working with other community providers and employers, as well as representing the YWCA on community and industry tables are key components of this role. This role focuses on new program development as well as oversight of programs including those of newcomer self-identified women. The position is key to ensuring programs meet evolving community needs while fostering impactful partnerships and sustainable growth.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Master’s an asset; not required) with at least 5 years of leadership experience, or an equivalent combination of education and lived experience, particularly in working with self-identified women, gender-diverse individuals, and marginalized populations.
• Leadership Skills: Strong ability to lead teams with strategic vision, foster a collaborative work environment, and support staff through mentorship and professional growth.
• Program Development: Proven experience in developing new programs, particularly fee-for-service models, with a focus on sustainable revenue generation and long-term growth.
• Financial Acumen: Demonstrated expertise in financial management, including budgeting, and financial forecasting. Experience in fee-for-service revenue models will be considered an asset.
• Commitments: A deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and Indigenous perspectives, with a focus on trauma-informed practice.
• Flexibility: Willingness to adapt to changing environments, work flexible hours, and travel throughout Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley and occasionally beyond.

PAY RATE: $104,658 PER ANNUM. SALARY INCREASES ANNUALLY OVER 5 YEARS WITH ANNUAL COST OF LIVING ADJUSTMENTS AND PROGRESSIONS.

How to Apply
If you’re seeking a workplace where your values align with your work, and where every voice drives meaningful change, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter by June 17, 2025 by 5:00 PM PT to:

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Program and Partnership Development: Identify new program opportunities, create partnerships and seek funding opportunities to explore program expansion.
• Strategic Planning and Financial Management: Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and oversee budgets, expand programs and maximize program revenue.
• Community Outreach and Engagement: Establish and maintain strong relationships with businesses, government agencies, funders, and community partners to build the visibility of the YWCA, programs and secure funding.
• Staff Leadership and Development: Provide leadership in the areas of professional development, team building, and capacity building for all program staff, while ensuring high standards of client care and program impact.
• Risk and Compliance Management: Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain a commitment to risk management protocols in all programming.