Manager, Experiential Learning

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With change comes opportunity!

Join our newly developed, centralized Academic Qualityand Operational Excellence (AQOE) team at NAIT, and put your leadership talentsto work as the Manager of Experiential Learning.

Reporting to the Director ofAcademic Operations, the Manager of Experiential Learning provides thestrategic and operational management of the Experiential Learning function atNAIT.

The Manager is responsible for oversight andadministration of NAIT-wide Experiential Learning, which houses several broadareas including Work Integrated Learning (WIL), Cooperative Learning (COOP),Engagement Initiatives (e.

• g., NeXT in Trades), and Events (e.g., casecompetitions, open house). The oversightand administration for the experiential learning portfolio typically includesdeveloping strategic plans;
• the creation, implementation, and reinforcement ofconsistent best practices; short- and long-term operating budgets; short- andlong-term capital budgets, operational administration of revenue sources;

performance objectives; and regular review of actual performance to plans.

The Manager also significantly drives NAIT-wide ExperientialLearning strategic planning, co-development of experiential learning programming,and the overall evolution of Experiential Learning at NAIT.

The team actively champions directives toensure the front-line delivery to all clients (students, external stakeholders,and NAIT staff) is effective, efficient, and meaningful.

KeyResponsibilities :

Provides day-to-daymanagement to the experiential learning team, including having oversight ofadministrative functions, budget monitoring, resolving issues / problems, programreporting and involvement in related strategic initiatives.

Creates, develops andleads short- and long-term strategies that allow for consistent, effectiveoperational practices that meet internal and external experiential learning outcomes.

Implements,coordinates, and manages the alignment and operations of experiential learningportfolio NAIT-wide.

Provides leadership,develops partnerships and ensures service excellence and operationaleffectiveness.

Leads and develop teamsthat exemplify collaboration and agility.

Human, financial, andcapital resource management.

Knowledge,Skills & Abilities :

Well-developed interpersonal,communication, and problem-solving skills.

Extensive knowledge ofexperiential learning programs and best practices is required; Goodunderstanding of pedagogical literature and application of theory, especiallywith regards to experiential learning, community-based learning,work-integrated education, student engagement, instructional design, andeducational assessment and evaluation.

Customer serviceskills; tact and diplomacy.

Time management,organizational, and priority setting skills.

Significant knowledgeof leadership methods, practices and techniques.

Problem solving andproject management skills.

Core Competencies :

Drives Vision andPurpose Painting a compelling picture of the vision and strategy thatmotivates others to action.

Balances Stakeholders Anticipating and balancing the needs of many stakeholders.

Plans and Aligns Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizationalgoals.

Drives Results Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.

Instills trust : Gainingthe confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

Qualifications :

Related post-secondary degree.

3-5 years of relatedexperience.

Equivalent combinationsof education and experience may be considered.

Applicants witheducation credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentialsevaluated by World Education Services or the International QualificationsAssessment Service (IQAS).

Remuneration : $87,684.22 - $116,170.86 annually, plus acomprehensive benefits package.

Please submit a resume and cover letterto be considered for this opportunity.

AboutNAIT

Weare proud to have been named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for 13 consecutiveyears. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives ofstudents, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects ourshared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, andaccountability.

Peopleare what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. We offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health andwellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth.

In addition to excellent vacation time, we offer paid time off betweenChristmas and New Year's.

NAITsupports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval foron-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of therole.

Please note that remote positions require employees to reside withinCanada.

NAITis committed to fostering an environment that supports equity and cultivatesinclusion through our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy.

We are aproud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride atWork Canada. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only thosebeing considered will be contacted.

If you require any accommodations, pleaseconnect with us at [email protected].

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