Program Manager MITACS

Competition Number : REQ 6320

TITLE : Program Manager MITACS

DIVISION : Research & Innovation

SALARY : Payband 9, $74,177 to $92,721 annually

LOCATION : 230 Richmond Street East

STATUS : AdminContract

EFFECTIVE DATE : Immediately to 1 year

CLOSING DATE : Open until filled.

LandAcknowledgement

George Brown College is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and other Indigenous peoples who have lived here over time.

We are grateful to share this land as treaty people who learn, work, and live in the community with each other.

Equity Statement

George Brown College is committed to creating and sustaining an equitable and inclusive learning and working encourage and actively seek applications from Indigenous, Black, racialized people, visible minorities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, all genders, and persons with disabilities.

GBC Vision

To be a college renowned for its inclusion, excellence, relevance, impact, and leadership.

Position Summary :

Reporting to the Senior Program Manager, Research & Innovation, theResearch Program Manager will be responsible for the oversight and operationalmanagement of GBCs research programs.

This includes planning and executingprogram objectives, identifying new project and funding opportunities,facilitating proposal development, preparing funding applications, managingresearch teams, monitoring project progress, tracking program metrics, and preparingall program reporting requirements.

The incumbent will play a key role insecuring and managing research and innovation funding and will be responsiblefor ensuring that project teams meet all project milestones, deliverables andbudgetary requirements.

The incumbentwill work as part of the GBC Office of Research & Innovation (ORI) team tostimulate and support an institution-wide culture of research and innovation bycultivating strong relationships with students, faculty, staff, and externalpartners.

Key Responsibilities :

• Manage program and project teams and develop and implement program plans to effectively allocate resources, including equipment, space, and staff.
• Track program progress and budgets, monitor timelines, conduct procurement, ensure that targets are met, and report on deliverables.
• Prepare and oversee the execution of Research and Innovation contracts and agreements.
• Assign activities to project teams and work with them to ensure that all project deliverables meet or exceed stakeholder expectations.
• Maintain consistent reporting processes, proactively identify missing or erroneous data, and work with the ORI operations team and senior managers to resolve or minimize immediate and future issues.
• Prepare financial reports and forecasting models, and contribute to the overall ORI budget planning, tracking and forecasting activities.
• Monitor program budget, identify expenditure trends, reconcile financial records, and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain relationships with existing and prospective Research and Innovation stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned.

Educational and Experience Requirements :

• Four-Year Degree in Project Management or Formal Project Management training (courses, or part of program) from a recognized post-secondary institution is required.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ related experience required.
• Experience with scientific methods and in conducting research.
• Grant writing experience will be an asset.
• Research ethics and intellectual property training would be an asset.
• Experience in securing project funding.
• Previous supervisory experience.

Skills andAttributes :

• Conflict resolution and group facilitation skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and facilitate a positive team environment.
• Ability to work on multiple, competing deadlines and priorities.
• Excellent computer software skills (especially MS Office, and data analysis programs).
• Excellent written and oral communications skills including public speaking.
• Demonstrated multi-tasking, delegating, and coordination skills.
• Demonstrated grant writing and budget development skills.
• Excellent listening skills, negotiation skills, and client relationship management.
• Ability to promote excellent working relationships with both academic and non-academic staff.
• Knowledge of research design and methodology.
• Knowledge of research funding programs and requirements.
• Demonstrated commitment to uphold the College’s priorities on diversity and equity.

Interview process may consist of a practical skills component.

Notes :

The College requires proof of degrees, credentials, or equivalencies from accredited regional or federal post-secondary institutions and / or their international equivalents.

Credentials may require validation at the time of interviews or offer.

About Us :

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George Brown College offers hybrid work opportunities, a competitive pension plan, generous holiday and vacation time, a tuition assistance program, discounted rates for employees taking Continuing Education courses, and an equitable work environment where everyone matters.

George Brown College is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).