Manager, Program Development
5 days ago
**Department**: Professional and Workforce Learning
This position is represented by the agreement between the Professional Staff Association and the University of Guelph
**General Purpose**
The School of Continuing Studies (SCS) delivers and supports a range of in-demand and on-trend non-degree programming to serve the current and emerging needs of our internal and external communities, industries and partners. Through our programs and services, we share the expertise of the University of Guelph beyond the University’s boundaries to help build healthy, thriving and sustainable communities in the rapidly evolving context of our region. We are a revenue generating enterprise within the university.
As leaders in lifelong learning and professional development, we create innovative and relevant learning experiences that meet the personal, professional and career learning needs of local and international audiences. We are guided by learner-centred principles that are reflected in our diverse programs and rich learning experiences for lifelong learners. We strategically integrate pedagogy with education technology in the design, development and delivery of our programs to provide engaging, efficient and accessible learning.
**Duties and Responsibilities**
Reporting to the Manager, Professional & Workforce Learning & Innovation, the **Manager, Program Development (MPD)** provides expertise in adult education, curriculum design and program development that supports the design, development, implementation, and continued offering of a portfolio of micro-credentials, certificates and diplomas that extend the teaching and research expertise of the University to the global community and align with labour market demands.
The MPD develops partnerships with faculty and industry experts and works cross-functionally with other SCS units to lead the development and implementation of new courses and programs from inception to launch. This includes the development of program budgets and enrollment projections, ensuring academic rigor, curricular alignment, sound pedagogy and quality in the design, development and delivery of programs that meet an adult learning audience.
**Requirements**:
- A Master’s degree in a related field (e.g., education) and 3 to 6 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Expertise in adult education and lifelong learning initiatives.
- Demonstrated skill in curriculum design and development, particularly for online modalities.
- Creative and innovative.
- Familiarity with D2L Brightspace, other educational technologies, and Modern Campus Extended Education (formerly Destiny).
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Interest in relationship building and engagement including corporate and industry partners and faculty.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills; ability to work with internal and external interest holders.
- Demonstrated skill in financial management, budgeting and proposal writing.
- Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to balance competing priorities and deadlines.
- Ability to work well under pressure during peak period and in an environment where many things are happening all at once.
Employee Type: Regular
Position Number: 10056024
Classification: P&M FT- Band 05
Professional/Managerial Salary Bands
The target hiring salary for this position is minimum and up to 96% of midpoint for the salary grade.Posting Date: 10/01/2025
Closing Date: 10/08/2025
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