Manager Indigenous Initiatives

Manager Indigenous Initiatives

York University is a leading international teaching and research university, committed to the Anishinaabe teaching of Mino Bimaaddiziwin, the Good Life, across all facets of the institution.

Reporting to the Assistant Vice‑President of Indigenous Initiatives (AVP), the Manager, Indigenous Initiatives provides management and leadership to the Centre for Indigenous Student Services (CISS) team and supports the strategic direction of CISS.

Responsibilities

The role is responsible for and leads the development, enhancement and implementation of culturally appropriate student support services and programs for both undergraduate and graduate Indigenous students and is accountable for improving and fostering a learning environment that results in student success.

Student support programs include those that foster cultural awareness and knowledge, student development, academic and personal success, engagement, and tran...