Associate Director, Special Projects
2 months ago
Pay range: $107,656 to $128,454 annually SFU Department Descr: VPFA Office
Position Grade: 13
# of openings: 1
Biweekly Hours: 72
Who We Are
Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.
Discover boundless opportunities as a key member of Simon Fraser University's Vice-President Finance and Administration (VPFA) team. Join us in fostering an environment where people, knowledge, and ideas flourish, while making a real impact on global challenges. Embrace principles of reconciliation, reciprocity, climate justice, and human health as we advance operational excellence and sustainability. As part of the responsive, collaborative, and inclusive VPFA Office Team, your resourcefulness and empathy will be valued. Shape a brighter future for learners, educators, and researchers, creating welcoming and safe spaces that promote innovation. SFU is more than a university—it's a transformative journey where you can drive change and contribute to an inclusive and sustainable world. Together, let's create a condition for SFU community to thrive."
About the Role
The Associate Director, Special Projects provides consultation, advice, and direct support to advance on projects and initiatives for the office of the Vice-President, Finance and Administration (VPFA), as directed by the VPFA and the Executive Director, VPFA Office. The Associate Director offers senior level vision and leadership for designated multiple complex and institutional-wide projects and initiatives identified in SFU’s overall strategic plan and ensures academic/research, financial, operational, and resources are optimized. The role manages all phases of the project lifecycle, from project planning, development to implementation, leading the delivery of regular project updates, communications and reporting.
We expect the successful candidate for this position to be self-motivated, require minimal supervision, excellent communication to all levels, and have the ability to analyze information needed to solve problems as the project moves along.
Qualifications
Master's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Finance, Accounting or a related field, and five years of related experience in managing complex projects, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. PMP and/or accounting designations are preferred.
Excellent knowledge of project management methodologies and tools. Excellent knowledge of business intelligence and analytics. Good knowledge of financial administration, and accounting principles and procedures. Excellent change management and project management skills. Excellent leadership, consensus building, interpersonal and communication skills.What We Offer
At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):
4 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)* Hybrid-work program for eligible positions Employer paid defined benefit pension plan On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members* Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds* And more*Prorated for part-time employees
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