Director, Continuing Education

Overview

HR Specialist, Employee Recruitment and EDI at Vancouver Island University

We are seeking an experienced visionary leader to serve as the Director of Continuing Education. This role is responsible for the strategic development, administration, and expansion of non-credit, professional development, micro-credentials, and lifelong learning courses and programs at the institution. Reporting to the Campus Administrator, Cowichan, the Director will collaborate with faculty and staff, industry leaders, and community partners to create high-quality and accessible learning opportunities for diverse audiences.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Strategy

• Develop and implement a strategic vision for Continuing Education aligned with the University’s mission, values, goals, and priorities and in collaboration with other key stakeholders across the University
• Understand the unique needs of VIU’s regional campuses and their surrounding areas to build and develop innovative and relevant opportunities that serve these communities
• Represent the Continuing Education unit on institutional committees and contribute to broader initiatives that ensure services are complementary and communication is robust and transparent
• Advocate for Continuing Education to the university community and external stakeholders
• Develop and implement systems, policies and processes to create standardization and consistency across the Continuing Education unit
• Demonstrate cultural competency and acumen to ensure diverse perspectives are embedded across the unit’s activities

Budget and Resource Allocation

Program Planning and Oversight

Human Resource Management

Professional Development

Note : This position is a multi-site role based at both our Cowichan and Nanaimo locations. The successful candidate will be required to work at either site, depending on operational needs.

Required Qualifications

Seniority level

Employment type

Job function

Industries

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