Director, Education

7 months ago

Vancouver, Canada Ocean Wise Full time

**_Taking action for the ocean today, so we can all flourish._**

**ROLE SUMMARY**

The Director of Education (“Director”) is responsible for leading Ocean Wise’s suite of education programs and activities to achieve the long-term goal of empowering 20 million people around the world as ocean and climate literate citizens. This includes leading the Education team to (1) develop and deliver ocean education activities in classrooms and communities, (2) equip educators with the knowledge and resources to embed ocean and climate literacy into their practice and (3) develop partnerships and networks to achieve local, national, and international engagement. This role, reporting to the Vice President of Youth & Education, currently provides leadership to a national team of 10 staff who engage over 100,000 people through education activities and resources each year and manages an annual budget of $2M.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**

**Leads development and execution of strategy and provides operational leadership to the Education team**:

- Participates as a member of Ocean Wise’s leadership team and contributes to the strategic direction of the organization.
- Leads development and review of the Education component of Ocean Wise’s plan for growth and impact.
- Provides strategic direction to education programs by establishing mid and long-term goals, objectives, outcomes, KPIs, and workplans, and staying informed of industry trends and opportunities.
- Sets milestones and monitors progress towards goals and objectives, proactively identifying solutions to challenges and strategies to overcome barriers.
- Overseas department finances by developing annual budgets, reforecasting, reconciling revenues and expenses, and monitoring and controlling expenditures to ensure programs are delivered on budget.
- Ensures sustainability of Education programs by seeking diverse financial resources and collaborating with Development, Government Grants, and Business Development to prepare proposals and negotiate funding agreements.
- Leads management of funding contribution agreements including timely preparation of financial and activity reports, proactive negotiation of amendments, and liaising with funder representatives.
- Establishes and maintains relationships with a range of partners and collaborators (ex. school boards, Ministries of Education, teachers, informal/nonformal education organizations, conservation organizations, youth-serving agencies, civic institutions, and education institutions).
- Ensures adherence to organizational policies and procedures and to industry regulations and best practices.

**Oversees education program development, delivery, and evaluation**:

- Stays current of and adapts to emerging practices, trends, and opportunities within the education sector.
- Ensures programs are developed with diverse learners in mind to support program engagement for participants from equity-deserving groups.
- Ensures integration of Traditional Ecological Knowledge into program content and equips educators to deliver content in a culturally sensitive manner.
- Develops programs to align with best practices in experiential, environmental, inquiry-based, and place-based education.
- Ensures cross-department collaboration to ensure education content is aligned with Ocean Wise’s conservation initiatives and messaging.
- Ensures programs provide a safe physical and emotional learning environment for all participants.
- Establishes metrics to measure the impact of the programs and utilizes evaluation tools to monitor effectiveness of the programs in developing participants knowledge, skills, attitudes, and pro-environmental behaviours.

**Directs the Education team and supports employee engagement as a people leader**:

- Models the Ocean Wise values, adheres to organizational policies and procedures and ensures the same of Education team members.
- Develops the team through recruitment, training, coaching, performance management and maintenance of the Staff Handbook.
- Creates an environment supportive of individual development, continuous learning, and growth mindsets.
- Motivates the team to achieve a high level of performance and productivity reflective of the importance of conservation issues Ocean Wise is working to address.
- Establishes performance objectives and goals, reviews progress throughout the year, and completes formal performance reviews for direct reports.
- Promotes an environment which encourages creativity, innovation, and an entrepreneurial spirit.
- Keeps the Education team, senior leadership and executives informed through clear, timely, and transparent communication.
- Recognizes and rewards success and accomplishments.
- Contributes to positive, engaging work culture by implementing employee engagement action plans.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

**Education and Experience**:

- Minimum 10 years experience working in education, including 5 years leadership experience, or an equivalent combination

  • Director of Indigenous Education Operations

    2 weeks ago

    West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada First Nations Education Steering Committee Full time

    OverviewThe First Nations Education Steering Committee (FNESC) is a leading organization in advancing First Nations education issues. We are currently seeking a skilled professional to fill the role of Manager, First Nations Schools Support Team Administration.Job DescriptionThis is a full-time, permanent position that will involve overseeing the day-to-day...

  • Executive Director of Indigenous Education and Community Development

    1 month ago

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada NEC Native Education College Full time

    About the RoleAs Executive Director of Indigenous Education and Community Development at NEC Native Education College, you will lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of continuing education programs for Indigenous and non-Indigenous learners. Your role will focus on providing accessible and relevant educational opportunities for lifelong...

  • Centre Director

    6 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada Bayswater Education Full time

    About Bayswater Education: Bayswater Education is a vibrant network of global educational centres dedicated for over 70 years to educate and inspire global people through a life-changing educational experience. We’re passionate about growing communities of global thinkers and explorers, at home and abroad - whatever their story. We set up Bayswater...

  • Director of Education

    6 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada Innivec Full time

    Innivec is a network of Canadian educational institutions committed to providing exceptional higher education for international learners. Renowned as a leading education technology provider, we equip students with quality education and career readiness skills. **Job Summary** The Director of Education provides both academic and administrative leadership to...

  • Strategic Business Director

    4 weeks ago

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada TUEX Education Full time

    Company OverviewTUEX Education is a leading educational institution that prioritizes academic excellence and student success.Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Strategic Business Director to lead our organization in achieving its objectives. The successful candidate will have a strong background in business management, with a proven track record of...

  • Director of Education

    7 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada Taylor Pro College Ltd. Full time

    The Director of Education provides both academic and administrative leadership to the team following quality standards and business processes as established by Innivec Group Colleges. The responsibilities of the Director of Education are to manage the day-to-day operations of the schools including academic planning and management, coordination of student...

  • Greystone College

    6 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada ILSC Education Group Full time

    **Title**: Co-operative Education Manager **Reports to**: Director of Programs, Greystone College Vancouver **Location**: Vancouver, BC **Salary**: $45,000 - $50,000 annually **Description**: Strategically lead and manage the co-op team in order to identify meaningful co-op work and organizational job opportunities for our students. Reporting to the...

  • Program Director – Culinary Arts and Hospitality

    4 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada LCI Education Full time

    Program Director – Culinary Arts and HospitalityJob DescriptionPosted Friday, July 12, 2024 at 7:00 AMLaSalle College Vancouver is part of the LCI Education Network which is present on 5 continents and has 23 post-secondary campuses and approximately 3,000 employees who support more than 17,000 students worldwide each year. From one country to the next,...

  • Counselling Specialist at LCI Education

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada LCI Education Full time

    Are you a dedicated professional seeking a challenging role in a dynamic environment? Look no further! At LCI Education, we're looking for an exceptional Counselling Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our support staff, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students.About the RoleThis is a full-time...

  • Director, External Relations

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, Canada BC Council for International Education Full time

    **ABOUT THE BC COUNCIL FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION (BCCIE)** BCCIE occupies an essential leadership and protocol position in the International Education (IE) sector. On behalf of the province, it conceives, plans, coordinates, implements, and evaluates a wide range of activities, including senior executive and governmental activities, professional...

  • Hospitality Program Director with Culinary Arts Focus

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada LCI Education Full time

    LCI Education, a leading post-secondary institution with 23 campuses globally, seeks an exceptional individual for the position of Hospitality Program Director with Culinary Arts Focus.As a key member of our academic team, you will provide leadership and vision to our Culinary Arts and Hospitality program. With a focus on student success, curriculum...

  • Associate Director, Education and Clinical

    3 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada Providence Healthcare Full time

    **Salary**: The salary range for this position is CAD $54.16/Hr. - CAD $77.86/Hr. Summary: Are you passionate about transforming substance use care and supporting evidence-based practice? The British Columbia Centre on Substance Use (BCCSU) is seeking an experienced **Associate Director, Education and Clinical Activities** to support and lead strategic...

  • Director, First Nations Education Development Team

    2 weeks ago

    West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada First Nations Education Steering Committee Full time

    We are seeking a highly skilled Manager to join our team at the First Nations Education Steering Committee.This full-time position offers a competitive salary of $75,000 per year and an excellent benefits package. The successful candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of First Nations issues and education.Job Description:The Manager will lead and...

  • Education Administrator

    4 weeks ago

    West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada First Nations Education Steering Committee Full time

    We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Education Administrator to join our team at the First Nations Education Steering Committee (FNESC). In this role, you will play a key part in leading and managing day-to-day activities in support of the administration staff and the FNSA Board of Directors.The successful candidate will oversee the preparation...

  • Greystone College Co-op Education Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada ILSC Education Group Full time

    Title: Co-op Education Manager  Reports to: College Director  Location: Vancouver, BC  Position Summary: The Co-op Education Manager plays a critical strategic leadership role in overseeing the work experience (WE) component of Greystone College academic programs. This includes directing and managing the co-op team, securing and managing...

  • Strategic Education Director Position

    4 weeks ago

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Emily Carr University of Art + Design Full time

    Emily Carr University of Art + Design seeks a Strategic Education Director to lead its education services team.About the RoleThis is a permanent position with an estimated salary of $115,000 - $135,000 per year. The successful candidate will be responsible for allocating resources to implement organizational policies and programs.About YouWe are looking for...

  • Educational Consultant of U.s. Top 30 Schools

    3 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada BLUBC Education Consulting Full time

    Graduated from a Top 30 U.S. university? BLUBC Education Consulting is a fast-growing company with lots of opportunity and room for growth. We have two locations in Vancouver, one is in UBC Campus, another is in Vancouver west. We are seeking individuals who like to work in a team environment and are passionate about mentoring the students whose dream is...

  • Educational Consultant of U.s. Top 30 Schools

    6 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada BLUBC Education Consulting Full time

    Graduated from a Top 30 U.S. university? BLUBC Education Consulting is a fast-growing company with lots of opportunity and room for growth. We have two locations in Vancouver, one is in UBC Campus, another is in Vancouver west. We are seeking individuals who like to work in a team environment and are passionate about mentoring the students whose dream is...

  • Educational Consultant of U.s. Top 30 Schools

    7 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada BLUBC Education Consulting Full time

    Graduated from a Top 30 U.S. university? BLUBC Education Consulting is a fast-growing company with lots of opportunity and room for growth. We have two locations in Vancouver, one is in UBC Campus, another is in Vancouver west. We are seeking individuals who like to work in a team environment and are passionate about mentoring the students whose dream is...

  • Faculty Lead: Fashion

    6 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada LCI Education Full time

    LaSalle College Vancouver is part of the LCI Education Network which is present on 5 continents and has 23 post-secondary campuses and approximately 3,000 employees who support more than 17,000 students worldwide each year. From one country to the next, LCI Education favors the harmonization of its programs, which makes for greater flexibility, better...