Program Manager, Graduate Programs & Program Development

Classification & Regular Hours

Hours per Week: 35

Salary Grade 16: $73,520 - $86,500, commensurate with experience.

About Western

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

About Us

The Faculty of Health Sciences is a large, diverse, and comprehensive unit, comprised of seven Schools (Nursing, Kinesiology, Health Studies, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Communication Sciences and Disorders and Food and Nutritional Sciences), two large Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs in Health and Rehabilitation Sciences and Advanced Health Care Practice and four Research Centers. The Faculty has more than 4,000 undergraduate students and more than 900 graduate students (200 PhD students).

Responsibilities

The Program Manager, Graduate Programs and Program Development will play a critical role in supporting the development of high-quality graduate programs across the Faculty of Health Sciences, particularly in the Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Advanced Health Care Practice Program, Kinesiology and Nursing graduate programs. Working closely with the Associate Dean, Graduate and Post-Doctoral Studies, Assistant Dean, Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs, School Directors, Graduate Chairs and other leaders across the faculty, the Program Manager will support the planning, development and integration of graduate programs including supporting critical processes to support students, faculty and staff in the delivery of exceptional learning experiences.

The Program Manager will play a critical role in supporting the work to introduce a new Professional Doctorate (DHSc) and support the integration of faculty-wide graduate programs across the Faculty of Health Sciences. With intimate knowledge of the programs, this leadership role will play an integral role in the coordination of project activities and resources, oversight and accountability for program and course development, maintenance of linkages with key constituencies and liaison among the course development teams, maintenance of necessary supplies and supporting budget planning for relevant program responsibilities.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Education, Health Sciences or related discipline; Masters degree in Adult Education, Business Administration, or related discipline is preferred
• Courses taken in project management, learning design and development
• Certification in Human Resources
• Completion of Project Management Professional certificate (or equivalent) would be an asset
• Demonstrated training / education / learning in EDID-A supports and principles preferred

Experience:

• 5 years’ experience leading complex and dynamic projects in a post-secondary environment, managing project and administrative staff teams and with staff supervision
• Experience managing the implementation and operationalization of strategic plans, and developing stakeholder and strategic relationships
• Experience developing, implementing and coordinating instructional development programs and processes
• 3 years’ experience with finance and budgetary processes, including the development and administration of budgets
• 3 years’ experience designing online learning programs at the post-secondary graduate program level is preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• In-depth knowledge of adult learning principles, current theories and practices in Adult Education and with online learning tools and principles
• In-depth knowledge of instructional design methods to deliver instructional programs and courses
• Knowledge of e-Learning principles, strategies and tools
• Familiarity with educational technologies, and outcome-based curriculum design
• Familiarity with financial budgeting and principles, Human Resources principles and practices, Employment Standards Act and other relevant legislation
• Knowledge of best practices in building a strong collaborative team and leading people
• Project management skills to champion a project from conception to completion, and to ensure that team roles are clear, milestones are communicated and deadlines are met
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop a shared vision to lead and coach employees to excellence
• A well-defined sense of diplomacy including solid negotiation, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills
• Communication skills with the ability to converse with, write reports for, and deliver presentations to all levels of the organization (other departments, key business partners and external agencies)
• Influential interpersonal skills that build positive and strong relationships at all levels of the organization
• Ability and willingness to stay abreast of technological developments with a demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning and professional development
• Self-driven, independent thinker who is highly motivated and possesses an intrinsic passion for quality
• Results-oriented with the ability to motivate and coach employees to meet high performance standards, while working effectively as a member of the leadership team
• Advanced judgment, analytical and problem solving skills with a consultative and collaborative approach to addressing issues and opportunities
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple and diverse tasks and to quickly re-allocate resources and adjust priorities in response to unexpected events or changing circumstances
• Familiarity with University policies and procedures preferred

Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

Please Note:

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.