Director of University Programs & Services - Gabriel Dumont Institute

Responsibilities :

As a key member of the senior leadership team, and reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Gabriel Dumont Institute (GDI), the Director of University Programs & Services is responsible for the development of training programs, policies and procedures; liaise with and maintain ongoing collaborative relationships with program partners such as the University of Regina, University of Saskatchewan, Ministry of Advanced Education, Métis Nation Saskatchewan, school divisions, regional colleges, Sask. Polytechnic and others. Will oversee administrative, human resource, finance, library and marketing activities of all university programs; recruit, supervise, mentor and evaluate university program heads, coordinators, and other staff. Oversee and manage annual training plans, course development and resources. Liaise and maintain relationships with relevant departments of the federal, provincial and Métis governments. Manage the preparation of budgets, ad hoc financial reports, and other reports to the CEO; represent GDI on various relevant committees, advisory boards, working groups and meetings. Advise the CEO of significant administrative, program and financial developments in the carrying out of GDI’s mandate; other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the CEO of the Gabriel Dumont Institute.

Qualifications : The candidate will have a Master’s Degree in a relevant area of study, applicants currently enrolled in a Master’s program may also be considered; previous managerial / supervisory experience at the university level is an asset; a demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with staff, other GDI departments and outside agencies; extensive understanding of Métis culture and the needs of the Métis within Saskatchewan.

For more information on the Institute please visit : https : / / gdins.org

Remuneration : A competitive salary and benefits package

Term : January 2025 to January 2026 (with possibility of renewal)

Location : Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

Deadline for receipt of applications : December 10, 2024

Please submit resume and the names of three references to :

Robbie Walliser

917 22nd Street West

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7M 0R9

Telephone (306) 657-2264

Email : [email protected]

Gabriel Dumont Institute has permission from the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission to hire affirmatively.

Please state in your cover letter if you are of Métis ancestry . Only applicants short-listed will be contacted.

The Institute reserves the right to withdraw this posting at any time.

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