Program Manager, Indigenous Graduate Programs

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

The Indigenous Business Leadership team at the Beedie School of Business is a progressive and inclusive team who is focused on Decolonizing and Indigenizing business education and supporting Indigenous Graduate students completing their MBA. We are bold, creative and innovative and look for ways to serve the communities we are in relationship with. As a team, we invite Indigenous graduate business students to learn from world class faculty as a way to lead and increase the health and wellbeing of Indigenous peoples, communities and organizations through the lens of business and economic development. As a collaborative and supportive team, we work wisely within an exciting and fast-changing industry, with a common passion for supporting the learning journey for others.

About the Role

The Program Manager, Indigenous Graduate Programs is a critical role that provides program support for Indigenous Business Leadership programs; inclusive of the Executive MBA, Graduate Diploma and Certificate programs within the Beedie School of Business. This role manages all the day to day program delivery logistics and administration for each course. This role establishes and maintains effective relationships with colleagues and partners both internal and external to the University, including faculty, other staff, department representatives, professional associations, partner universities, community groups and most importantly the relationship for IBL EMBA students.

The ideal candidate will be grounded in both lived community experience and the Indigenous business leadership landscape. They are a kind, student centered, values aligned team member who can build relationships and implement program vision. They will also be thoughtful, detail focused, consistent, responsive, and committed to meeting deadlines. They will be collaborative and able to foster a collaborative process and team and be focused on creating culturally safe spaces for student engagement. They will be creative, think strategically, and have a solid knowledge of post-secondary environments, university governance, policies, and procedures. They will be well versed in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action, the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and SFU's Reconciliation priorities. They will be willing to do a large variety of work and be a positive and supportive member of the team. They will be an excellent communicator, both written and verbally.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business or a related discipline, and three years of related experience in managing the administration/delivery of graduate programs, including experience in event planning, program/project management, or an equivalent combination of education, training.

• Excellent administrative, communication, organizational, and flexible time management skills.
• Strong ability to develop, manage, adjust, and deliver on detailed and complex projects.
• Resourceful in resolving unexpected challenges and creating alternative solutions.
• Be able to create and foster culturally safe and Indigenous inclusive spaces.
• Solid knowledge of post-secondary environments, university governance, policies, and procedures.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

• 4 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)*
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
• Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
• On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members*
• Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds*
• And more!

*Prorated for part-time employees

Additional Information

Pursuant to Section 42 of the B.C. Human Rights Code, preference will be given to candidates who self-identify as First Nations, Inuit, and/or Métis and will bring to their work the perspective that comes from the lived experiences of those underrepresented in higher education, particularly the experiences of Indigenous peoples. Candidates from these groups who wish to qualify for preferential consideration are requested to self-identify in their application by completing the Applicant Demographic Survey as part of their application package at the time of application for their application to be considered complete.

Please note the job description for this position is currently under review.

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

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