The Director has an institution-wide responsibility for promoting and advancing the international dimensions of OC working in close cooperation with other administrators, faculty and instructors.
The Director fosters an environment which is supportive of learning organization principles, and is committed to providing quality educational service through the active development of continuous quality improvement initiatives.
The Director has overall responsibility for personnel matters affecting the Department. The Director provides leadership and direction for all employees, which includes fostering an atmosphere of cooperation, encouraging innovative program and project development, establishing an appropriate level of professionalism, developing partnerships both within and outside of the institution, and recommending appropriate professional development activities.
The Director recommends the annual operating and capital budgets for the Department. The Director manages the financial performance of the Department and program on an ongoing basis in relation to budget and performance targets, is responsible for authorizing expenditures within approved budgets, and takes corrective action if required.
The Director is a member of the senior management team and, as such, participates in institution-wide long and short-term planning, budget and policy development, and educational planning. The Director is responsible for ensuring that international needs and perspectives are represented and appropriately incorporated into institutional plans. Liaison with other portfolios and departments with respect to their international aspirations and objectives is undertaken upon mutual agreement.
The Director is responsible for developing and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of internal groups, including other OC portfolios, departments, regional deans, and administrative staff. The Director also fosters effective relationships with a range of external bodies concerned with international education and development both within and outside of Canada.
The Director maintains current knowledge of developments in the international education field and in post-secondary education, and maintains awareness of trends and conditions affecting the programs and activities for which the position is responsible.
Education and Experience
Masters Degree in Business Administration or in a discipline related to the position.
10 years of relevant experience, including 5 years experience working in a management role related to international education. Experience in revenue generation and business development with emphasis on marketing techniques required. Knowledge of the current international education environment and developing global and local trends with a high degree of cultural awareness is also required.
Preferred: Teaching experience at the post-secondary level would be a significant asset. Familiarity with citizenship and Immigration Canada policies and procedures pertaining to International students would be beneficial.
Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrated leadership, supervisory and management skills
- Considerable experience with budgetary processes, including the development and administration of budgets
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to plan and think strategically at a senior level
- Technical competence at a senior level in finance
- Technical competence at a senior level in marketing and student recruitment
- Recognized project management skills
- Excellent organizational, administrative and problem-solving skills
- Strong technical and analytical skills
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team with an aptitude for working in a collegial and collaborative environment
Core Competencies
- Collaboration & Collegiality
- Continuous Learning & Information Seeking
- Effective Interactive Communication
- Initiative
- Integrity & Accountability
- Student & Service Focus
Job Specific Competencies
Preferred Qualifications
Desired Start Date 10/04/2021
Position End Date (if temporary)
Schedule
Annual Salary/Hourly Rate Range $107,055 to $164,151. Typical Hiring Range $128,466 – $142,740.
Appointment Type Exempt – Continuing Full-time
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Okanagan College is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, justice and inclusion. We seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and actively encourage applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity.
Employee Group Senior Management
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