Director, Finance

We wish to acknowledge this land on which the University of St. Michael’s College operates. For thousands of years, it has been the traditional land of the Huron-Wendat, the Seneca, and the Mississaugas of the Credit. Today, this meeting place is still the home to many Indigenous people from across Turtle Island and we are grateful to have the opportunity to work on this land.
The University of St. Michael’s College (USMC) is a Catholic institution of higher learning federated with the University of Toronto. USMC boasts a large and dynamic undergraduate division where students study across the full breadth of disciplines in the arts and the sciences. It is also home to a growing Social Responsibility and Sustainability program in its Continuing Education Division; the renowned Regis St. Michael’s Faculty of Theology (in partnership with Regis College); and the John M. Kelly Library, which is one of the busiest libraries at the University of Toronto. USMC is looking forward to its 180th anniversary in 2032 and has formulated a strategic plan, St. Mike’s 180, whose three pillars—academics, community, and sustainability—point to its commitment to transformative leadership in service of the common good and of the planet we share.
It is within this context that the University of St. Michael’s College is embarking on a search for its next Director, Finance.
Reporting to the Bursar & Chief Administrative Officer, the Director of Finance is USMC’s senior financial expert. As a trusted advisor, the Director of Finance plays a central role in helping senior leaders interpret financial data, assess risk and opportunity, and make informed decisions that optimize the institution’s financial health and impact. This includes active participation in cross-functional planning, forecasting, and evaluation of initiatives that affect the University’s operations, investments, and growth. Overseeing a team of 5 individuals, the Director’s portfolio includes financial accounting and reporting; planning, budgeting and analysis; treasury and cash management; pension fund administration; risk and compliance; and systems and processes. A key member of USMC’s senior administration, the Director also attends meetings of the University’s board, the Collegium, supports all meetings of the Investment and Finance & Audit Committees, and attends Executive Committee meetings as required.
As the ideal candidate, you are a strategic financial leader whose career includes progressive senior leadership experience as a business partner and advisor in a small, but complex non-for-profit environment. Your career includes experience relevant to the aforementioned units under the Director’s purview, including a depth of knowledge and comfort with not-for-profit accounting, and with investment, fund, pension and technical accounting. As a team leader, you actively support, mentor and develop your team members and foster an inclusive work environment within an employment equity framework. As a continuous learner, you keep abreast of new trends and technologies, and understand the issues, emerging trends, and policies and legislation that affect Canadian- and Ontario-based postsecondary institutions. Candidates must hold an undergraduate degree from a recognized university along with a financial designation in good standing (CPA). Experience working in Catholic education is considered an asset.
To apply or explore this leadership position at the University of St. Michael’s College further, please submit a curriculum vitae along with a cover letter in confidence to Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca) and Caroline McLean (caroline@griffithgroup.ca).
The University of St. Michael’s College is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous/Aboriginal people of North America, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, people who take a religiously informed view of human experience, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, those leally eligible to work in Canada will be given priority.
The University will provide support in its recruitment process to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes an applicant’s accessibility needs into account. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please contact Jane Griffith at jane@griffithgroup.ca and hr.stmikes@utoronto.ca.

Partner

Griffith Group acknowledges the land upon which we work is the traditional territory of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinaabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples and is now home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. We also acknowledge that Toronto, or Tkaronto, is covered by Treaty 13 with the Mississaugas of the Credit.
Griffith Group Executive Search is a privately owned Canadian firm that provides exceptional services to our valued clients. Focused on senior-level recruitment, our team partners with organizations across Canada to support their executive search needs. Our approach Is encapsulated within our vision: “International Reach. Proven Expertise. Boutique Service.” Griffith Group is known for our values of integrity, professionalism, and empowered innovation and our deep commitment to, and demonstrated results in, supporting Indigenization, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (I-EDIA). As recognized experts in recruitment, Griffith Group Executive Search is named on Hunt Scanlon Media’s “2023 Top 60 Canadian Recruiters,” and “2023 Top 50 Higher Education Recruiters” rankings, as well as the “2023-2024 HR/Diversity Power 65.”
It is within this context that Griffith Group Executive Search is seeking a senior executive search professional to join the team as Partner.
Reporting to, and working in close collaboration with, Managing Partner Jane Griffith, Partners at the firm are revenue generators whose salary are 100% commissioned based. We are seeking Partners who can build a portfolio of clients in a complimentary sector, including but not limited to, healthcare, government, board work, and the private sector. Partners are responsible for creating lasting relationships with clients to support their executive search needs. Working with the firm’s team of dedicated search executives, the Partners oversee and have final responsibility for the search assignments they win. At Griffith Group, Partners are expected to contribute actively to all aspects of the search, from the creation of advertisements and briefs to candidate interviews, long listing, client interviews, and offer negotiations.
As the ideal candidate, you must bring a successful tenure in a revenue generation role from within the executive search industry. You are adept at managing multiple searches simultaneously and can manage competing search timelines and shifting priorities. You are a strong and sophisticated communicator with exceptional writing and editing skills. You are an exceptional relationship builder, and your tenure working on senior level searches provides you with a high level of judgment and the ability to show discretion in managing confidential information. As a proven recruiter, you are adept at conducting interviews and assessing talent, presenting information at client meetings, and navigating with grace and skill all interactions with clients and candidates, whether they be good news updates or providing feedback to unsuccessful candidates. Candidates must possess experience and comfort in ensuring recruitment practices are equitable and inclusive to all candidates, and particularly to equity-deserving candidates. Candidates must hold an undergraduate degree from a recognized university, and a graduate level degree would be considered an asset. Proficiency in both French and English would also be considered an asset but is not required.
Griffith Group prides itself on its excellence and a culture that is team focused, inclusive, innovative, and fast paced. There is a strong and engaged commitment to I-EDIA across the firm; candidates must have interest in contributing to and continuing this commitment. Only candidates who meet the required position experience, will work towards the collective success of the firm, contribute to Griffith Group’s culture, and build collaborative and respectful relationships with colleagues will be selected for interviews.
To express interest in this opportunity please apply in confidence to Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca). Please note this is a 100% remote position.
Griffith Group welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
In accordance with the provincial legislation, accommodation will be provided by Griffith Group throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact jane@griffithgroup.ca.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Dean, The Creative School

Guided by a bold Academic Plan, an ambitious research agenda, and a Master Plan to revitalize the campus and surrounding neighbourhood, Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) is among the most applied-to universities in Ontario, and its reputation with business and community leaders continues to rise. TMU offers 128 programs; 60 undergraduate, 45 Master’s, 20 Doctoral, and 4 graduate Diplomas. Culturally diverse and inclusive, the university is home to approx. 47,000 students, including nearly 3,000 graduate students, over 4,420 faculty and staff, and more than 250,000 alumni worldwide.
For over 75 years, TMU’s The Creative School has offered highly esteemed, top-ranked programs recognized across various industries. Students are immersed in an environment that puts them in close contact with cultural, entrepreneurial, and industry leaders, integrating real-world experiences into every aspect of their educational journey. This dynamic setting not only cultivates leaders but also pioneers those who are ready to innovate and influence the creative landscape globally. The Faculty comprises 6,350 students and 27 programs, over 150 full-time faculty, and over 80 contract lecturers.
It is within this context that Toronto Metropolitan University invites applications and nominations for the appointment of its next Dean, The Creative School, commencing July 1, 2025, or soon thereafter. This appointment will be for a term of five years and is renewable for a second term as outlined in the Policy and Procedures Relating to Search Committees and Appointments in the Academic Administration (AAA Policy).
Reporting to the Provost and Vice-President, Academic, Dr. Roberta Iannacito-Provenzano, the Dean, The Creative School (“Dean”) provides academic and administrative leadership to The Creative School and is responsible for its academic programs and quality, budgets, student and personnel matters, and strategic planning. The Dean is assisted by a team of three Associate Deans (Undergraduate Education & Student Affairs, Scholarly Research & Creative Activities, and Graduate Education), and exceptional staff in the Dean’s office. In order to meet the goals of TMU’s Academic Plan, the Dean will be expected to provide exemplary leadership in promoting excellence in teaching, scholarly, research and creative (SRC) activities and supporting experiential learning and studio-based pedagogy, while building positive and collaborative relationships with TMU’s academic units across campus. Working with Departmental Chairs, the Dean must develop a deep understanding of the unique and constantly evolving programs within the Faculty and mobilize the inherent strengths offered through its range and diversity to articulate and advocate for its mission both within and beyond the University. Externally, the Dean will maintain and expand the many positive relationships that exist with alumni and corporates who employ The Creative School graduates and will provide leadership to partnership-building activities and fundraising, in consultation with, and in support of, all of The Creative School’s departments. To fully support the Faculty, the Dean must successfully synthesize and foster the diverse visions and mandates of the nine schools, and promote undergraduate and graduate programs, with the goal of raising its internal, national and international profile, while also supporting and sustaining international activities and partnerships that enhance the Faculty’s global engagement.
As the ideal candidate, you are an exemplary leader with a strong commitment to serving the needs of students and promoting teaching, SRC, program development, and the overall reputation of The Creative School. Candidates must hold a terminal degree, PhD preferred, in a relevant field and a record of academic and scholarly accomplishment. Candidates must hold the rank of associate or full professor. Your career has provided you with an understanding of university-based academic and professional programs, and you have a commitment to nurturing and supporting excellence in experiential and studio-based learning and in multi- and interdisciplinary programs. You bring a successful track record of leading with, and driving vision, adopting the principles of collegial governance or distributive leadership, within a unionized environment. You possess an open and collegial style, outstanding management and interpersonal skills, and the ability to inspire a dedicated group of faculty and staff. You cultivate strong relationships with alumni and donors, community partners, and students. A genuine interest in and commitment to students, combined with the ability to be open, accessible, and visible to them, is essential. Leadership style and attributes that will benefit the successful candidate include being consultative and collaborative, having outstanding communication, with strong listening skills. A strong advocate for equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility, and an engaging and respectful problem solver, you possess the leadership skills to foster positive and collaborative relationships with TMU’s academic units and ensure ongoing success in an entrepreneurial setting. The ideal candidate embodies what Toronto Metropolitan University is known for: creativity, collegiality, equity, innovation and entrepreneurship, nimbleness, and responsiveness.
Application Information
Please note that once in this position, the successful candidate will be an “associate member” of the Toronto Metropolitan University Faculty Association (TFA) (https://www.tfanet.ca/). The TFA collective agreement can be viewed here; a summary of TFA benefits can be found here.
To apply, or explore this key academic leadership position at Toronto Metropolitan University further, please submit a curriculum vitae along with a cover letter in confidence to Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca)and/or Caroline McLean (caroline@griffithgroup.ca).
All applications must be received before 5pm ET May 26, 2025.
Toronto Metropolitan University welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us in expanding our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, Black-identified persons, other racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. TMU is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. To find out more about legal and policy obligations, please visit the accessibility and Human Rights websites.
TMU recognizes that scholars have varying career paths and that career interruptions can contribute to an excellent academic record. Candidates are encouraged to provide any relevant information about their experience and/or career interruptions.
Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority in accordance with Canadian immigration regulations.

Director, Recruitment & Admissions

StFX espi-kina’matno’kuom etek Mi’kma’ki, wejkwa’taqanik Mi’kmaq maqamikewmuew mna’q iknmuetu’tik. Nalikitquniejk na Mi’kmawey wisun wjit Antigonish teluek Aklasie’w-iktuk, ‘place where branches are torn off.’
StFX is located in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaw people. The Mi’kmaw name for Antigonish is Nalikitquniejk, meaning ‘place where branches are torn off.’
St. Francis Xavier University (StFX) is known for the quality of its teaching, its small class sizes creating an intimate and collaborative learning environment, and its valuable hands-on learning and research opportunities for undergraduates. The University is renowned, nationally and internationally, for its immersive learning environment and a curriculum that encompasses programs offered by the Faculties of Science, Arts, Education, and Business, working together to foster curiosity, collaboration, and innovation. StFX is home to 5,000 students, 250 faculty, 460 employees, and an engaged alumni network of over 50,000 citizens whose influence and impact are global. Established in 1853, and as one of the oldest universities in Canada, StFX hosts a uniquely beautiful campus in the Maritime town of Antigonish, Nova Scotia. Its graduates wear the iconic X-ring, a symbol of the strong social values that tie Xaverians together.
It is within this context that StFX welcomes applications and nominations for the appointment of its Director, Recruitment & Admissions, commencing spring 2025, or soon after.
Reporting to the Vice President Academic and Provost, the Director of Recruitment and Admissions (“Director”) is responsible for all aspects of Canadian and International undergraduate and graduate student recruitment (including campus tours) and admissions. The Director oversees the development and implementation of effective admissions and recruitment strategies to ensure marketing, promotions, recruitment and admissions policies and procedures are effective and competitive; to improve applicant conversion; and to lead enrollment of highly qualified applicants. In addition to leading and implementing an effective prospective student conversion strategy and annual recruitment/admissions cycles, the Director is responsible for evaluating the University’s admission and recruitment program (in close collaboration with the Registrar) and procedures, while developing new strategies to ensure competitiveness, effectiveness, and success in attracting and supporting highly qualified prospective students. This position is highly visible to the external community and is expected to lead strong working relationships with university constituents and the community. The Director also represents the University at regional, national and international organizations as the lead expert in the University’s admissions and recruitment strategies.
As the ideal candidate, you bring relevant experience with marketing and academic admissions, strategic and operational planning, and partnership development from an academic environment. Knowledge of specialized, higher-education admissions programs is desirable, and considered an asset. Preference will be given to candidates with comprehensive knowledge of, and experience with, Canadian and international education systems as well as the ability to translate this knowledge into a strategy for achieving the university’s ambitious domestic and international enrollment goals. In your tenure, you have applied and evaluated research, institutional data, and theoretical frameworks to establish, manage and transform evidence-based admissions/recruitment programs and services. You are adept at relationships, and can work well with a variety of constituencies, including faculty, administrators, students, staff and alumni. You engage in a collaborative manner, building consensus, maintaining confidentiality, ensuring sensitivity to the needs and interests of a variety of stakeholders. You lead by supporting the functioning of a diverse remote or hybrid team and have demonstrated success in supporting and leading change efforts. Ability to travel extensively and internationally is required for this position. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized university or college and have demonstrable senior-level experience in recruiting and admissions in a public, post-secondary environment (preferably a university).
To learn more about this impactful leadership opportunity with St. Francis Xavier University, please submit a comprehensive resume along with a cover letter in confidence to Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca) and/or Caroline McLean (caroline@griffithgroup.ca).
Salary Range and Compensation Package: Tentative Salary band (GH) of $115,888 to $141,628, commensurate with experience. The total compensation package includes a comprehensive benefits package with travel and life insurance, 4 weeks’ vacation, plus designated holidays, personal days and sick days, defined contribution pension plan, tuition credit program, and discounted access to the recreation facility.
StFX is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility. It encourages applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), racialized persons (especially African Nova Scotians), persons with disabilities, those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQIA+ and any others who would contribute to the diversity of our community.
All qualified candidates are welcome to apply; however, priority will be given to those legally eligible to work in Canada.
StFX and Griffith Group are committed to an inclusive, accessible and welcoming hiring process that eliminates barriers to participation for persons with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca).

Dean, Faculty of Arts

Guided by a bold Academic Plan, an ambitious research agenda, and a Master Plan to revitalize the campus and surrounding neighbourhood, Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) is among the most applied-to universities in Ontario and its reputation with business and community leaders continues to rise. TMU offers 128 programs; 60 undergraduate, 45 Master’s, 20 Doctoral, and 3 graduate Diplomas. Culturally diverse and inclusive, the university is home to approx. 47,000 students, including nearly 3,000 graduate students, over 4,420 faculty and staff, and more than 250,000 alumni worldwide.
TMU’s Faculty of Arts connects academic excellence with relevant results, encouraging active and critical minds. It stimulates awareness for better understanding through examination of the past and present, both locally and globally. Through collaboration and inclusion – of diverse ideas, people, and cultures – it informs innovative policy and drives positive change for community and individual empowerment. The Faculty, which comprises over 5,700 students and 23 programs, 229 full-time faculty, and 50 contract lecturers, empowers students, graduates, and faculty members to become local and global citizens, leaders who are catalysts for positive change in society and our communities. Its world-class researchers are leading path-breaking projects that improve and enrich the lives of Canadians, Indigenous peoples, citizens and migrants globally.
It is within this context that Toronto Metropolitan University invites applications and nominations for the appointment of its next Dean, The Faculty of Arts, commencing July 1, 2025, or soon thereafter. This appointment will be for a term of five years and is renewable for a second term as outlined in the Policy and Procedures Relating to Search Committees and Appointments in the Academic Administration (AAA Policy).
Reporting to the Provost and Vice-President, Academic, Dr. Roberta Iannacito-Provenzano, the Dean, Faculty of Arts (“Dean”) is the academic leader of a large and diverse Faculty, represents it both internally and externally, and is responsible for all aspects of its operation, including strategy, policy development, implementation, and management. In order to meet the goals of TMU’s Academic Plan, the Dean of the Faculty of Arts will be expected to provide exemplary leadership in promoting excellence in teaching, scholarly, research and creative (SRC) and academic service activities, while building positive and collaborative relationships with TMU’s academic units, and sustaining and growing support for humanities and social sciences education and scholarship within the TMU community. The Dean must encourage and foster the development and delivery of high quality and innovative undergraduate, Master’s and Doctoral level programs, ensuring and expanding quality undergraduate education across the Faculty in the face of funding pressures and increasing class sizes, while supporting faculty members. Working with a team of administrators, faculty and staff, the Dean develops, implements, and adapts ideas as the Faculty moves forward in meeting the needs of students, faculty, and staff, while encouraging cooperation, bridging various disciplinary areas, developing interdisciplinary initiatives and strategic alliances, and promoting integration among areas and programs. The Dean also serves as an advocate and leader of the Faculty and the University by interacting effectively with industry, government, community and cultural organizations, external research institutes, donors and alumni. The Dean develops and manages the Faculty’s funding and budget allocations in an equitable and transparent fashion, to ensure world-class infrastructure in classrooms, facilities, other physical spaces, and information technology.
As the ideal candidate, you are an exemplary leader with a strong commitment to serving the needs of students and promoting teaching, SRC, program development, and the overall reputation of the Faculty of Arts. Your career includes a track record of academic and scholarly accomplishment, combined with progressive academic administrative experience and a level of scholarship and intellectual acumen that will facilitate credibility, both internally and externally. You have experience teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels and a successful record of interdisciplinary SRC accomplishments, combined with a comprehensive understanding of funding agencies. You are known for your interest and
enthusiasm for both the humanities and the social sciences, your understanding and appreciation of the range of the Faculty of Arts’ teaching and SRC activities, and for your ability to support faculty members in achieving success and balance among SRC, teaching, and academic service activities. You possess an open and collegial style, outstanding management and interpersonal skills, and the ability to inspire a dedicated group of faculty and staff. You cultivate strong relationships with alumni and donors, community and research partners, and students. Leadership style and attributes that will benefit the successful candidate include being consultative and collaborative, outstanding communication with strong listening skills. A strong advocate for equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility, and an engaging and respectful problem solver, you possess the leadership skills to foster positive and collaborative relationships with TMU’s academic units and ensure ongoing success in an entrepreneurial setting. Familiarity with university constituencies is a strong asset. The ideal candidate embodies what Toronto Metropolitan University is known for: collegiality, equity, innovation and entrepreneurship, nimbleness, and responsiveness.
Application Information
Please note that once in this position, the successful candidate is an “associate member” of the Toronto Metropolitan University Faculty Association (TFA) (https://www.tfanet.ca/). The TFA collective agreement can be viewed here; a summary of TFA benefits can be found here.
To apply, or explore this key academic leadership position at Toronto Metropolitan University further, please submit a curriculum vitae along with a cover letter in confidence to Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca)and/or Caroline McLean (caroline@griffithgroup.ca).
All applications must be received before 5pm ET Friday May 2, 2025.
Toronto Metropolitan University welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us in expanding our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, Black-identified persons, other racialized persons,
persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. TMU is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. To find out more about legal and policy obligations please visit the accessibility and Human Rights websites.
TMU recognizes that scholars have varying career paths and that career interruptions can be part of an excellent academic record. Candidates are encouraged to provide any relevant information about their experience and/or career interruptions.
Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority, in accordance with Canadian immigration regulations.

President

Established in 1869 and located in Winnipeg, St. Mary’s Academy is rooted in the tradition of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary. The school’s mission is to nurture young women in spirit, mind, and body, so that each student reaches her full potential as an individual created in God’s image. As a Catholic school, St. Mary’s Academy participates in the educational mission of the Church and carries out its mission in partnership with the local Church. The school provides a Christ-centered environment and an exemplary educational program framed by the Gospel and the traditions of the Catholic Christian faith.
As a school founded on the tradition of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary, St. Mary’s Academy is defined by a legacy of learning, faith, service, and leadership. It provides exceptional academic, religious, arts, athletic, and extra-curricular programs. Students graduate empowered with a knowledge and awareness of their gifts; they possess a desire for excellence, a sense of social responsibility, and a commitment to action in the service of others, especially marginalized communities and individuals.
It is within this context that St. Mary’s Academy welcomes applications and nominations for the appointment of its next President, commencing summer 2025 or soon after.
The President is the chief executive and oversees all matters concerning the operation and advancement of the Academy. The President inspires and enthusiastically leads the school’s community of over 600 students, faculty and staff to achieve the Academy’s mission and vision. Reporting to the School’s Board of Directors, and working with a dedicated team of Principals, teachers, and staff, the President oversees all functions of the Academy including academics, finance, enrollment, human resources, community relations and represents the school in the Catholic and Winnipeg communities. The President is also the Executive Director of the St. Mary’s Academy Foundation, and actively engages with donors, community partners, and alumnae in furthering the Foundation’s mission of raising and stewarding financial resources to ensure the long-term financial health and sustainability of the School. It is an exciting time at the Academy and the new President, operating from a position of strength, will have the opportunity to envision the next chapter of the history of St. Mary’s Academy.
As the ideal candidate, you are a seasoned leader who brings a tenure of relevant experience from an institution of similar complexity and size. While leaders from academic institutions or with experience in the academic sphere are preferred, leaders from other types of organizations who demonstrate strong skills aligned with this posting will also be seriously considered. Your leadership style is collaborative, and your experience includes oversight of human resources, supporting collegial and inclusive culture, as well as community engagement activities, fundraising, alumnae engagement, and the development and execution of a renewed and comprehensive strategic plan. Experience working with, and reporting to, a Board of Directors is considered an asset. As a senior leader, you have overseen and managed a complex budget, and bring excellent strategic, organizational and leadership skills. Colleagues describe you as a leader who is passionate and committed to fostering a student-centric academic environment focused on excellence. Your outstanding communications skills will allow you to build relationships across the School, Foundation and city, with relevant academic and community partners, and with the Catholic community. Candidates must be Practicing Catholics who are strong in faith and have a clear understanding and commitment to Catholic education while demonstrating open mindedness and respect for all faiths. Candidates also must hold an undergraduate degree from a recognized university, and a graduate level degree is preferred.
To learn more about this impactful leadership opportunity with St. Mary’s Academy, please submit a comprehensive resume and a cover letter in confidence to Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca) and/or Robin Noftall (robin@griffithgroup.ca). Finalist candidates will be asked to submit a letter confirming their activity as a practicing Catholic from their pastoral leader.

St Mary’s Academy is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates who represent the diversity present across Manitoba and Canada. Individuals from equity deserving groups are encouraged to self-disclose. St. Mary’s Academy is an accessible employer committed to providing a barrier free recruitment experience. Please advise Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca) should you require any accommodation to participate in the recruitment and/or assessment processes.

All qualified candidates are welcome to apply; however, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Provost & Vice-President, Academic and Research

Saint Mary’s University is located on the traditional land of the Mi’kmaq Nation. This territory is covered by the “Treaties of Peace and Friendship” which Mi’kmaq and Wolastoqiyik peoples first signed with the British Crown in 1725.
Founded in 1802, Saint Mary’s is known for extraordinary student experience, international collaborations, deep community connections, and research excellence. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, one of Canada’s most-loved and fastest growing coastal cities, the Saint Mary’s campus with its iconic architecture, park-like setting and athletic facilities is an integral part of a vibrant downtown community. One of Atlantic Canada’s most established and respected universities, Saint Mary’s has been recognized by MacLean’s University Rankings as one of Canada’s top 3 undergraduate universities for the last two years. Saint Mary’s is home to 6,500 students from over 115 countries and has over 55,000 alumni worldwide. With programs at the undergraduate and graduate level in Arts, Business and Science, Saint Mary’s offers world-class opportunities in a supportive welcoming community where students learn from caring faculty. The University is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility; the faculty and staff are focused on ensuring a supportive, progressive and respectful working environment. The University is a major investor in our communities through local partnerships, online learning and direct program support. As our tagline suggests, Saint Mary’s University is committed to a prosperous future for the world — a World without limits.
It is within this context that Saint Mary’s University invites applications and nominations for the position of Provost & Vice-President, Academic and Research commencing in 2025.
Reporting to the President and Vice-Chancellor, the Provost and Vice-President, Academic and Research (“P-VPAR”) is a member of the University’s Executive Management Group (EMG), the senior management group at Saint Mary’s. The P-VPAR is responsible for all academic activities of the University, including degrees, diplomas, and certificate programs; research and the dissemination of research results; academic support services for students; the recruitment, admission, and retention of students; and the overall setting of priorities for the University. Key objectives include cultivating and maintaining an environment of quality in teaching and learning; building a positive and supportive research culture; promoting student success; ensuring that the University environment is conducive to effective learning and personal growth for both students and faculty; and encouraging community engagement among faculty and students. The P-VPAR works collaboratively with the President, Vice-President Finance and Administration, Vice-President Advancement and External Affairs, and the various AVPS, Deans, University Librarian, and faculty to ensure excellence across all the University’s programmes in teaching and research excellence. Responsibilities include providing primary leadership in the review of academic planning as well as in budget priority setting for the University as a whole, working closely with the Vice-President Finance and Administration to ensure that reporting units operate in a manner that appropriately supports financial sustainability of the University. In this capacity, the P-VPAR is a key strategic contributor to general institutional development and to the enhancement of academic excellence in particular.
Candidates must have a record of distinguished scholarship, teaching and research in combination with extensive senior academic administrative experience at a post-secondary institution of comparable size and scope. Candidates must have an earned doctorate and academic experience as appropriate, noting that this position carries an appointment at the rank of full professor. As the ideal candidate, you have proven experience creating and maintaining an academic environment that fosters teaching and research excellence, innovation, diversity, student success, and the enhancement of the university as a whole. You are known for working collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, administration and the broader community outside the university. You bring experience and comfort with labour negotiations from your time working in a multi-union environment, including involvement with achieving positive outcomes in negotiating agreements with faculty, and a demonstrated commitment to administering agreements so as to maintain a positive and cooperative labour relations environment. You are well versed in financial management and have contributed to institutional sustainability, growth, and the development of budget priorities. Colleagues describe you as collegial and consultative, as a consensus builder, and as someone who is both flexible and responsive; all attributes which contribute to your ability to work effectively and productively within a university’s collegial decision-making and governance environment. A committed implementer of thoughtful change, you have advocated for diversity, equity, and inclusion and fostered a safe, accessible, and inclusive environment in your institution. You lead with courage and commitment to institutional mission.
To apply or explore this significant academic leadership position at Saint Mary’s University further, please submit a curriculum vitae along with a cover letter in confidence to Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca) and/or Caroline McLean (caroline@griffithgroup.ca).
At Saint Mary’s University, equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect, we welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity, and others who might contribute to the growth and enrichment of our community. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at hr@smu.ca.
Candidates are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify by completing a Self-Identification Questionnaire that will be provided at the time of application. This form is provided to SMU, and all information collected is confidential.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

President & Vice-Chancellor

Saint Mary’s University is located on the traditional land of the Mi’kmaq Nation. This territory is covered by the Treaties of Peace and Friendship which Mi’kmaq and Wolastoqiyik peoples first signed with the British Crown in 1725.
Founded in 1802, Saint Mary’s is known for extraordinary student experience, international collaborations, deep community connections, and research excellence. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, one of Canada’s most-loved and fastest growing coastal cities, the Saint Mary’s campus with its iconic architecture, park-like setting and athletic facilities is an integral part of a vibrant downtown community. One of Atlantic Canada’s most established and respected universities, Saint Mary’s has been recognized by MacLean’s University Rankings as one of Canada’s top 3 undergraduate universities for the last two years. Saint Mary’s is home to 6,500 students from over 115 countries and has over 55,000 alumni worldwide. With programs at the undergraduate and graduate level in Arts, Business and Science, Saint Mary’s offers world-class opportunities in a supportive welcoming community where students learn from caring faculty. The University is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility; university leadership, faculty and staff are focused on ensuring a supportive, progressive and respectful working environment. The University is a major investor in our communities through local partnerships, online learning and direct program support. As its tagline suggests, Saint Mary’s University is committed to a prosperous future for the world — a world without limits.
It is within this context that Saint Mary’s University invites applications and nominations for the position of President and Vice-Chancellor commencing July 1, 2025, or soon after.
Reporting to the Board of Governors, the President and Vice-Chancellor (“President”) will lead the University in its next chapter. Capitalizing on the University’s accomplishments, the President will steer the University toward a financially sustainable and resilient future at a time when the post-secondary sector and the world at large are exposed to significant headwinds including declining international student enrolment and reductions in government funding. The President will champion excellence in research, teaching, learning, and student success. They will support the University’s investment in its faculty and staff, foster broad community engagement and eagerly engage in advancement activities including alumni engagement and revenue generation activities including fundraising. The President will be action and team orientated, will demonstrate conviction and courage, be humble and compassionate, and have the ability to lead and make strategic decisions within a multifaceted, post-secondary environment.
As the ideal candidate, you are a proven and respected leader who brings a depth of experience from roles at the most senior leadership level from either a post-secondary institution, or another organization of like calibre. Your knowledge and appreciation for the role universities play in creating the next generation of leaders, of the bicameral governance structure, and of program accreditation are considered strong assets. You are knowledgeable and comfortable working in an institution with rigorous financial standards and hold the appropriate level of financial skills to manage the University’s large and complex budget. Your budgetary skills and desire to ensure a financially sustainable model, however, must be balanced with an appreciation for the academic pursuits of the University and its commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience. Your career includes people leadership, government relations and community engagement and view you as a transformational leader skilled in people leadership, government relations, and community engagement, adept at facing new and existing challenges to drive organizational progress. You are an excellent communicator who is at ease presenting in a variety of settings and to a variety of constituents. Candidates must hold a graduate level degree from a recognized university, and have a demonstrable commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and have fostered a safe, accessible, and inclusive environment in your institution.
To apply or explore this significant leadership position at Saint Mary’s University further, please submit a curriculum vitae along with a cover letter in confidence to Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca) and/or Caroline McLean (caroline@griffithgroup.ca).
At Saint Mary’s University, equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect, we welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity, and others who might contribute to the growth and enrichment of our community. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact jane@griffithgroup.ca.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Director, Finance

We wish to acknowledge this land on which the University of St. Michael’s College operates. For thousands of years, it has been the traditional land of the Huron-Wendat, the Seneca, and the Mississaugas of the Credit. Today, this meeting place is still the home to many Indigenous people from across Turtle Island and we are grateful to have the opportunity to work on this land.

The University of St. Michael’s College (USMC) is a Catholic institution of higher learning federated with the University of Toronto. USMC boasts a large and dynamic undergraduate division where students study across the full breadth of disciplines in the arts and the sciences. It is also home to a growing Social Responsibility and Sustainability program in its Continuing Education Division; the renowned Regis St. Michael’s Faculty of Theology (in partnership with Regis College); and the John M. Kelly Library, which is one of the busiest libraries at the University of Toronto. USMC is looking forward to its 180th anniversary in 2032 and has formulated a strategic plan, St. Mike’s 180, whose three pillars—academics, community, and sustainability–point to its commitment to transformative leadership in service of the common good and of the planet we share.

It is within this context that the University of St. Michael’s College is embarking on a search for its next Director, Finance.

Reporting to the Bursar & Chief Administrative Officer, the Director of Finance is USMC’s senior financial expert. Through providing strategic insight and direction and financial information, the Director plays a key role in the university’s ability to run in an efficient and effective manner. Overseeing a team of 5 individuals, the Director’s portfolio includes financial accounting and reporting; planning, budgeting and analysis; treasury and cash management; pension fund administration; risk and compliance; and systems and processes. A key member of USMC’s senior administration, the Director also attends meetings of the University’s board, the Collegium, supports all meetings of the Collegium’s
Investment and Finance & Audit Committees, and attends Executive Committee meetings as required.

As the ideal candidate, you are a strategic financial leader whose career includes progressive senior leadership experience as a business partner and advisor in a small, but complex and non for profit environment. Your career includes experience relevant to the aforementioned units under the Director’s purview, including a depth of knowledge and comfort with not-for-profit accounting, and with investment, fund, pension and technical accounting. As a team leader, you actively support, mentor and develop your team members and foster an inclusive work environment within an employment equity framework. As a continuous learner, you keep abreast of new trends and technologies, and understand the issues, emerging trends, and policies and legislation that affect Canadian-, and Ontario-based, postsecondary institutions. Candidates must hold an undergraduate degree from a recognized university along with a financial designation in good standing (CPA). Experience working in Catholic education is considered an asset.

To apply or explore this leadership position at the University of St. Michael’s College further, please submit a curriculum vitae along with a cover letter in confidence to Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca) and Caroline McLean (caroline@griffithgroup.ca).

Applications must be received by 5pm ET on Friday, November 15th 2024.

The University of St. Michael’s College is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous/Aboriginal people of North America, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, people who take a religiously informed view of human experience, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

The University will provide support in its recruitment process to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes an applicant’s accessibility needs into account. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please contact Jane Griffith at jane@griffithgroup.ca and hr.stmikes@utoronto.ca.

Assistant Vice-President, School of Continuing Studies

The University of Guelph’s campuses reside within the lands of the Dish with One Spoon Wampum. The University recognizes that the Anishinaabeg, Hodinohso:ni, Lūnaapéewak and Huron-Wendat peoples have inhabited these lands for centuries and that today these lands are home to a rich diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people. The University upholds its commitments to seeking truth and advancing reconciliation with Indigenous peoples and affirms its responsibility to realize these commitments through its ongoing actions.
The University of Guelph’s mission is to Improve Life. These two simple words are the cornerstone of an institution committed to building a better future. The institution’s culture is what draws the best and the brightest to the University of Guelph. Students, faculty and staff choose the University of Guelph for its reputation as one of the best comprehensive and research-intensive universities in Canada. The University’s reputation for academic excellence is matched by its dedication to student success. The University consistently places at the top of student satisfaction rankings year-over-year. Its graduates and researchers change the world for the better every day in big ways and small. The University’s strength is in its people. If you are looking for a place to make a difference and improve life, you’ve found it at the University of Guelph.
The University is now embarking on a journey to create a new vision for the School of Continuing Studies by expanding the revenue generation abilities of the unit. It is within this context that the University of Guelph invites applications and nominations for the appointment of its inaugural Assistant Vice-President, School of Continuing Studies commencing fall 2024, or soon after.
Reporting to the Provost and Vice-President Academic, the Assistant Vice-President, Continuing Education (AVP) will work collaboratively with Deans and members of the University’s senior leadership team in developing, guiding, and advancing the school’s new strategic direction. The AVP is the University’s key leader in continuing education and will build upon the success of the University’s continuing education and distance learning offerings to drive innovation, foster collaboration, and develop strategic partnerships internally and externally to enhance the school’s offerings and extend the reach of the school to a global audience. The AVP will actively engage in, and support, business development and revenue generation opportunities to ensure the financial sustainability of the school in both the short term and long term. Working with a dedicated leadership team, the AVP oversees all operations of the school, including compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and accreditation standards, budgeting, staffing, resource allocation, while also developing and implementing a strategic vision for the school that aligns with the University’s Strategic Plan and Strategic Transformation Initiative. The AVP will enhance and support the school’s culture of entrepreneurialism, fosters partnerships and strategic alliances across campus and with external partners including government, business sector groups and community organizations, and develops learner services and support programs to enhance student success and satisfaction. The AVP will participate in University governance committees as required, ensure that information/data is accurately maintained and analyzed against performance targets, and convey regular updates to senior leadership as required.
As the ideal candidate, you bring experience and a record of successful innovation and growth in continuing studies from a similar environment such as a large-scale education or training operation. You have progressive experience in leadership, management, and with revenue generation responsibilities in a large and multi-layered complex organization. You have exceptional strategic, business, change management and business development skills, including a track record of strong operations experience, including budgeting and forecasting. As a visionary leader, you have a passion for lifelong learning, an entrepreneurial approach, and will develop relevant strategic partnership to guide growth. As a relationship builder, you demonstrate resilience in highly complex, politically sensitive situations and are skilled with negotiating partnership agreements, ideally between a university and professional, business, or industry associations as well as with community organization, including those in systemically underserved areas. While a Graduate degree is preferred, the committee will consider a combination of relevant education and experience.
It is within this context that the University of Guelph invites applications. To apply or explore this key leadership position at the University of Guelph, please submit a comprehensive curriculum vitae along with a cover letter in confidence to Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca ) and Caroline McLean (caroline@griffithgroup.ca ) or LINK TO BE ADDED
At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, and strongly encourages applications from women, members of Indigenous, Black, and racialized communities; Two-Spirit, non-binary, trans, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and queer people; people with disabilities; and members of other equity-deserving groups.
The University of Guelph and Griffith Group are committed to an inclusive, accessible and welcoming hiring process that provides reasonable accommodation to all applicants. Please advise Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca) should you require any accommodation to participate in the recruitment and assessment processes.
Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority, in accordance with Canadian immigration regulations. Candidates must therefore indicate in their application if they are a permanent resident or citizen of Canada.