Managing Director, Future Cities Institute

7 months ago

Waterloo, Canada University of Waterloo Full time

Overview:
The Managing Director (MD) is responsible for aspects of the overall business leadership, partnership development, and day-to-day operations of the Future Cities Institute (FCI). This position is central to advancing the University of Waterloo as a leading global centre for futures thinking and training and is founded on Waterloo at 100 and the Global Futures Framework. The FCI is a leading global network of interdisciplinary partners from academia, industry, government, grassroots organizations, and communities, who work together to imagine, build and enable healthy, prosperous and resilient futures for our cities. The mission is to foster interdisciplinary applied research, work-integrated learning and flexible curricula that place the pivotal role of cities at the centre of our collaboration and solution building. To achieve this mission, the FCI will focus its efforts on three core components: Partnerships, Research and Knowledge Mobilization, and Building Capacity by training the next generation of leaders.

A key role of the MD will be the fostering and management of a collaborative partner network that draws from both the private and public sectors. Key management functions include: (1) creating new contacts and building relationships with prospective industry, government, and research partners; (2) creating and implementing a plan for knowledge mobilization activities; (3) working with FCI members, directors, and advisory board to advance the overall goals of the FCI.

FCI is a global network of interdisciplinary researchers, industry leaders, practitioners, students, and community members. Rooted in applied and interdisciplinary research, dynamic academic programs and collaborative partnerships, the Institute, founded in the Faculty of Environment and supported across the University of Waterloo, is dedicated to exploring pathways for healthy and prosperous future cities. Our focus is on leveraging partnerships to build capacity, solve applied transdisciplinary research problems and effectively mobilize knowledge. We strive to create optimization tools and processes within governments, organizations, and communities to anticipate and address future challenges, ultimately aiming to create thriving cities for all.

**This position is contingent on funding.**

**Responsibilities**:
Leadership and Strategic Direction/Planning
- Provides overall strategic leadership, management and administration for all FCI programs and services across the University of Waterloo
- Initiate, develop, and execute strategic plans for the FCI, working with the Co-Directors of the Institute
- Align FCI goals and objectives with University of Waterloo’s strategic plan
- Implement strategic plan for partnership development, research and knowledge mobilization activities, and capacity building
- Encourage and help facilitate interdisciplinary research, collaborative partnerships, cross-faculty links, and research dissemination
- Research trends, innovations, and best practices in similar organizations, and identify appropriate strategies and recommendations to the Co-Directors
- Prepare and deliver presentations at internal and external meetings or conferences
- Lead or co-lead specific projects as required by the Co-Directors
- Create, write, edit and manage dissemination of on-line and print communications in collaboration with the Co-Directors
- Coordinates and participates in campus visits, events, workshops, and conferences

Fosters relationships with prospective industry, non-profit organizations, and government partners, and stewards existing relationships
- Conduct research into potential new partnerships: academic, industry, government, nonprofit
- Manages external relationships; develops and services client relationships and tracks outcomes
- Targets, pursues and cultivates external relationships, collaborations and partnerships
- Addresses inquiries about FCI from the private sector, government, other institutions and the media, and as such must have a full understanding of the scope of FCI activities and strategic plans
- Cultivates incoming expressions of interest to engage with the Institute and keeps the FCI membership informed and aware of inquiries and potential research and capacity building opportunities; will help to assess their viability for possible follow-up by FCI leadership
- Stewards and builds on existing memorandums of understanding with partner industry and non
- profit organizations and actively pursues new national and international partnerships. A broad spectrum of industrial, non-profit, and government partners currently invests in a wide range of artificial intelligence research activities. The MD will cultivate these and establish new relationships in support of research projects involving FCI members and partners

Advances Future Cities education and training programs
- Fosters new education and training opportunities related to Future Cities

Facilitates FCI-related research pro

  • Communications Officer, Future Cities Institute

    7 months ago

    Waterloo, Canada University of Waterloo Full time

    Overview: Reporting to the Managing Director of the Future Cities Institute (FCI), the Communications Officer will plan, implement and evaluate an integrated program of marketing and communications to advance the FCI’s image, profile and reputation. The integrated communications plan will support both the FCI and the University’s goals and values and...

  • Academic Program Development Specialist, Future

    8 months ago

    Waterloo, Canada University of Waterloo Full time

    Overview: The Academic Program Development Specialist reports to the Managing Director, Future Cities Institute (FCI) to support and manage the administration of the future cities programming. Significant aspects of this position include coordination with central university administration (e.g. registrar’s office), course and lab scheduling of the academic...

  • Research Coordinator, Future Cities Institute

    8 months ago

    Waterloo, Canada University of Waterloo Full time

    Overview: education programs. The RC provides necessary support to the FCI’s Director, Research and Managing Director (MD) and the FCI’s members to ensure the FCI’s research ecosystem and international partnerships grow and sustain and able to capitalize on new opportunities. This role works closely with various FCI members and stakeholders (both...

  • Financial Officer, Future Cities Institute

    7 months ago

    Waterloo, Canada University of Waterloo Full time

    Overview: **This position is contingent on funding.** **Responsibilities**: Budget, Reporting and Financial Planning - Develop the FCI’s annual operating budget in consultation with the Managing Director - Provide confidential advice and strategies relating to financial and budget sensitive activities - Develop business plans e.g. program expansion and...

  • Associate Director, Infrastructure

    6 months ago

    Waterloo, Canada Perimeter Institute Full time

    Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics is an independent, resident-based research institute devoted to foundational issues in theoretical physics at the highest levels of international excellence. With a mission to advance our understanding of the universe at the most fundamental level, stimulating the breakthroughs that could transform our future....

  • Associate Director, Finance

    6 months ago

    Waterloo, Canada Perimeter Institute Full time

    Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics is an independent, resident-based research institute devoted to foundational issues in theoretical physics at the highest levels of international excellence. With a mission to advance our understanding of the universe at the most fundamental level, stimulating the breakthroughs that could transform our future....

  • Senior Manager, Donor Relations

    7 months ago

    Waterloo, Canada Perimeter Institute Full time

    “At Perimeter, I have found that on timescales of months, you can execute the kinds of projects that would otherwise take many years elsewhere. Anything can happen at Perimeter.”  – Avery Broderick, Associate Faculty member, Perimeter Institute Scientists at Perimeter Institute explore the cutting edge of modern theoretical physics. They grapple...

  • Office Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Waterloo, Canada Wilfrid Laurier University Full time

    **Date**:Nov 26, 2024 **Location**: Waterloo, CA **Company**:Wilfrid Laurier University **Department**: Lazaridis School of Bus. & Econ. **Job Type**: Limited Term **Full-time/Part-time**: Full Time (>=1249 hrs/year) **Campus**: Waterloo **Reports to**:Associate Director, Executive Programs & Startup Lab **Employee Group**: WLUSA **Application...

  • Chief Advancement Officer

    7 months ago

    Waterloo, Canada Perimeter Institute Full time

    THE OPPORTUNITY The Chief Advancement Officer (CAO) will lead Perimeter’s advancement effort in the strategic development and execution of Perimeter’s ambitious advancement mandate. This position will report to the Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer and will be responsible for developing, leading and implementing bespoke, ambitious,...

  • Associate Director, Accounting and Finance

    4 weeks ago

    Waterloo, Canada Sun Life Financial Full time

    p>Associate Director, Finance (Contract) - SLC ManagementApply locations: Full timePosted on: Posted 2 Days AgoJob requisition id: JR00105220SLC Management is a growing global asset management firm providing innovative and diversified investment solutions to institutional investors. Our history of organic and strategic growth reflects this commitment with...

  • Chief Advancement Officer

    8 months ago

    Waterloo, Canada Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics Full time

    **THE OPPORTUNITY** The Chief Advancement Officer (CAO) will lead Perimeter’s advancement effort in the strategic development and execution of Perimeter’s ambitious advancement mandate. This position will report to the Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer and will be responsible for developing, leading and implementing bespoke, ambitious,...

  • Manager, Fundraising Campaign

    7 months ago

    Waterloo, Canada Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics Full time

    Work Term: Permanent - Work Language: English - Hours: 37.5 hours per week - Education: Bachelor's degree - Experience: 5 years or more - or equivalent experience **Work setting**: - Post-secondary educational institution - School or educational institution/establishment **Tasks**: - Hire, train, direct and motivate staff - Plan and control budget and...

  • Senior Writer and Editor

    6 months ago

    Waterloo, Canada Perimeter Institute Full time

    Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics is an independent, resident-based research institute devoted to foundational issues in theoretical physics at the highest levels of international excellence. With a mission to advance our understanding of the universe at the most fundamental level, stimulating the breakthroughs that could transform our future....

  • Manager, Fundraising Campaign

    7 months ago

    Waterloo, Canada Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics Full time

    Durée de l'emploi: Permanent - Langue de travail: Anglais - Heures de travail: 37.5 hours per week - Education: - Expérience: **Education**: - Bachelor's degree - or equivalent experience **Work setting**: - Post-secondary educational institution - School or educational institution/establishment **Tasks**: - Hire, train, direct and motivate staff -...

  • Manager, Fundraising Campaign

    3 months ago

    Waterloo, Canada Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics Full time

    Durée de l'emploi: Permanent - Langue de travail: Anglais - Heures de travail: 37.5 hours per week - Education: - Expérience: **Education**: - Bachelor's degree - or equivalent experience **Work setting**: - Post-secondary educational institution - School or educational institution/establishment **Tasks**: - Hire, train, direct and motivate staff -...

  • Manager, Fundraising Campaign

    6 months ago

    Waterloo, Canada Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics Full time

    Work Term: Permanent - Work Language: English - Hours: 37.5 hours per week - Education: Bachelor's degree - Experience: 5 years or more - or equivalent experience **Work setting**: - Post-secondary educational institution - School or educational institution/establishment **Tasks**: - Hire, train, direct and motivate staff - Plan and control budget and...

  • Director, Risk Management

    6 months ago

    Waterloo, Canada Manulife Full time

    We are a leading financial services provider committed to making decisions easier and lives better for our customers and colleagues around the world. From our environmental initiatives to our community investments, we lead with values throughout our business. To help us stand out, we help you step up, because when colleagues are healthy, respected and...

  • Director of Program

    7 months ago

    Waterloo, Canada Strong Start Charitable Organization Full time

    Are you passionate about igniting young minds and fostering early literacy? Strong Start® Charitable Organization is seeking a Director of Program to join our team and make a difference in young lives. Our charitable organization is committed to empowering children with the fundamental skill of reading, unlocking doors to a brighter future. **As the...

  • Director of Campus Wellness and Academic Support

    1 week ago

    Waterloo, Ontario, Canada University of Waterloo Full time

    Job Description:The Director of Campus Wellness and Academic Support is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing the strategic direction and operational management of Health Services at the University of Waterloo. The successful candidate will be accountable for supporting the Executive Director in leading the team to achieve wellness for all,...

  • Senior Director Financial Planning Analysis

    4 weeks ago

    Waterloo, Canada Sun Life Financial Full time

    h3>Senior Director, Financial Planning & Analysis - SLC ManagementApply locations Waterloo, Ontario Toronto, Ontario time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id JR00105134SLC Management is a growing global asset management firm providing innovative and diversified investment solutions to institutional investors. Our history of organic...