Manager, Strategic Initiatives
5 months ago
Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm (Hybrid schedule)
Education Level
Masters or PhD and/or equivalent work experience.
Career Level
5+ years of relevant experience; experience managing complex projects in institutional environments that are strategic in nature.
JOB SUMMARY:
This job provides leadership support to the Dean and Director, Finance & Administration related to strategic projects and initiatives in the Faculty. This changeable independent job involves managing multiple projects, reviews, and committees or working groups within specific timeframes. University acumen, strategic thinking, interpersonal skills, strong organizational skills with strong communication skills (both verbal and written) and adaptability are essential.
PURPOSE AND KEY FUNCTIONS:
- Managing and coordinating projects in support of strategic initiatives as by identified by the Dean and/or Director, Finance & Administration;
- Responsible for project development and management: organization, implementation, and communication to bring about the successful completion of project goals and objectives;
- Lead internal and external reviews: organization and management to bring about the successful on
- time completion of the review of a faculty or a department; can be responsible for writing the review report; Supports various committees and working groups
- organizing meetings, preparing meeting materials, writing final reports;
- Researching, defining, drafting/writing, and presenting a variety of reports that include findings and recommendations arising from independent research;
- Responsible for project planning; implementing, evaluating and adjusting plans and schedules to reach goals; ensure results are achieved in an effective and efficient manner;
- Establishes project schedules, responsible for ensuring timelines are met and that results are achieved in an effective and efficient manner;
- Manages multiple, large-scale projects. Consults with, advises and leads other project participants. Develops project plans and monitors progress towards desired outcomes;
- Conducts research, collects data from internal and external sources, compiles, processes and synthesizes data and interprets results. Researches best practices. investigates specific issues and develops appropriate recommendations and responses;
- Works collaboratively with a wide range of partners and stakeholders across departments, programs and schools;
- Develops a range of solutions to a given problem, identifying potential risks and benefits of each and determines best options;
- Prepares comprehensive reports, executive summaries, and correspondence for distribution.
- Provides support for decisions through the preparation of background papers, briefing notes on various topics;
- May serve as a consultant on various committees;
- Acts as a resource person, liaison, and communicator; and,
- Expected to keep abreast of University and Faculty of Business activities and to act proactively and independently to interpret and effectively deal with information.
ASSETS:
- Knowledge of McMaster University and its structures, policies and organization (university acumen)
- Ability to see the big picture, plan strategically and to work independently
- Ability to deal with overlapping and conflicting priorities
- Strong analytical skills including the ability to draw conclusions from large amounts of information.
- Adaptable, as the type and range of projects changes regularly
- Ability to interact and work collaboratively with all levels of the Faculty to achieve the project goals in a comprehensive and timely manner.
- Strong communications skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to anticipate challenges, risks and outcomes
- Acts as a positive change agent
- Strong understanding of the governance model of the Faculty, and McMaster University.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
In addition to joining a top ranked university, McMaster offers a very competitive total compensation package that includes but is not limited to:
- Employer Paid benefits such as Extended Health, Dental, Emergency Out-of-Country Travel Coverage & Basic Life Insurance.
- Participation in a Group Retirement Savings Plan.
- Training, coaching and professional development opportunities
- Employee tuition assistance for continuous development and education
- Opportunity to be a part of an academic environment working alongside professionals who share a passion for learning
- Progressive paid annual vacation plan
**How To Apply**
Please include a cover letter along with a copy of your resume.
Thank you for your interest, however only those applicants selected will be contacted.
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