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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 more than 125 undergraduate and graduate programs. Culturally diverse and inclusive, the university is home to more than 48,000 students, including nearly 3,000 master’s and PhD students, over 3,800 faculty and staff, and more than 200,000 alumni worldwide. In 2023, TMU was ranked number one on the Forbes list of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity 2023, a ranking of the top 150 organizations across the country promoting creative, diverse, equitable and inclusive workplaces.
About TMU
TMU’s programs combine the foundational knowledge of a discipline with real-world experiential learning experiences and the development of life skills such as self-confidence to take calculated risks and creativity to generate new ideas. Effective communication, critical thinking, and resourceful problem-solving skills are emphasized across programs. Cross-cultural competence and a deep appreciation of the linguistic and cultural diversity of the campus and the city help students become responsible and engaged global citizens. Research at TMU has been on a consistent trajectory of success and growth: externally funded research has more than doubled in the past four years. A solid foundation of scholarly, research and creative (SRC) excellence has resulted in the University experiencing outstanding success in the Research Infosource 20-year retrospective where it placed first in total comprehensive university income growth, second in not-for-profit research income growth, and third in corporate research income growth. TMU has also been successful in receiving both CERC and CFREF grants.
Cuso International is an international cooperation and development organization that works to create economic and social opportunities for marginalized groups. Together with its partners, Cuso International is focused on efforts to advance gender equality and social inclusion, improve economic resilience, and deliver progress on climate action. Cuso International believes that by sharing skills, we can build better futures. Founded in 1961, today Cuso International works in Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean, and Canada.
Wherever Cuso International works and in everything it does, Cuso International prioritizes the interests and needs of marginalized communities. Cuso International uses the term “marginalized” to refer to all groups of persons excluded from mainstream social, economic, educational, political, and/or cultural life, including those who face discrimination on the basis of their gender, ethnicity, political opinions, legal status, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, or religion. Such marginalization varies by context. Marginalized groups usually include (but are not limited to) women and girls, LGBQTI+, Indigenous Peoples, people living with disabilities or in extreme poverty, youth, elderly, refugees, and other displaced people.
In 2023, Cuso International has embarked on a process of renewal with the launch of a new strategy to grow its contributions to advancing inclusive global progress. It is within this context that Cuso International welcomes applications and nominations for the appointment of its Executive Director, Philanthropy and Public Affairs.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer Nicolas Moyer, the Executive Director, Philanthropy and Public Affairs provides leadership, vision, strategic oversight, and direction to the fundraising and public affairs portfolios. The Executive Director is an integral part of the Leadership team which includes the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operations Officer, Director of Programs Strategy and Innovation, and the Director of Program Quality and Impact. This inaugural role, leading a combined Philanthropy and Public Affairs department, will be tasked with ensuring that all plans and related activities are in alignment with Cuso International’s mission, values, strategic and operational plans, practice standards and policies. Leading a capable and experienced team, the Executive Director will build and support an integrated revenue strategy that prioritizes collaboration, consistency, and innovation to drive revenue and awareness. The Executive Director will oversee Cuso International’s approach to public engagement and advocacy, ensuring that organizational positioning, thought leadership and public-facing advocacy efforts contribute to increased community mobilization and support government revenue generation objectives. Success will require effective strategic oversight of all aspects of marketing and communications including brand management, advertising, promotion, media relations, collateral, website, public engagement and digital and social media. The Executive Director will represent Cuso International at external functions, and work closely with the Program Strategy and Innovation team to lead Cuso International’s engagement in collective advocacy and policy positions to ensure they are aligned with the organization’s thought leadership and advocacy goals. The Executive Director will work closely with the Board as a whole, the Board Fundraising and Public Affairs Committee and individual Directors, as required, including the regular reporting of plans, outcomes, and results.
As the ideal candidate, you bring progressive and successful leadership experience in fundraising, marketing, and communications. You have demonstrated experience leading a comprehensive, integrated fundraising team, including major and planned giving, campaigns, corporate partnerships, foundation funding, annual giving, and events. You have successfully planned and delivered strategic fundraising and communications programs that align with organizational priorities. You are a strategic thinker that sees the connections between brand communications, public engagement and philanthropy. You have, personally, secured strategic-level philanthropic contributions from individual donors and foundations, and are committed to supporting donor stewardship to strengthening and deepening donor relationships and experiences. In relation to public affairs, you have contributed to, and/or have led thought leadership and advocacy activities as well as public campaigns or mobilizations and have provided leadership and support to mobilizing boards, committees, and senior volunteers in support of an organization’s goals. As a team leader, you foster and promote a highly collaborative environment, which is positive, flexible, and responsive. You are adept at managing a complex budget with competing interests, in a manner that both is financially sustainable and responsible. You are at ease presenting verbally and through written communications with varying audiences. Candidates must hold a degree from a recognized university and be able to work confidently and proficiently in French. The ability to also communicate in Spanish is an asset.
The Executive Director will be based in Ottawa, Ontario, and candidates for the position must be able to work regularly in person at Cuso International’s main office. Flexible workplace policies also allow for temporary work arrangements from other locations, including Cuso International Country Offices. Occasional travel across Canada and internationally will also be required in this role.
To learn more about this impactful leadership opportunity with Cuso International, please submit a comprehensive resume along with a cover letter in confidence to Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca) and/or Noshina Choudhary (noshina@griffithgroup.ca) or visit www.griffithgroup.ca/cuso-executive-director-philanthropy-public-affairs
Cuso International welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and persons of all sexual orientations and/or gender identities. All qualified candidates are welcome to apply; however, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Cuso International 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/or assessment processes.
The Sunshine Foundation of Canada is a national charitable organization that changes the lives of youth living with severe physical disabilities across Canada through programs that lay the foundation for lifelong change.
Since 1987, Sunshine has been trusted by families and healthcare professionals to provide over 8,800 Sunshine individual experiences and more than 64 Sunshine DreamLifts across the country, igniting brighter futures for youth with disabilities.
It is within this context that the Sunshine Foundation of Canada (“Sunshine”) welcomes applications and nominations for the appointment of its Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”). This appointment calls for a transformative, dedicated and supportive leader with the passion and drive to reach ambitious goals and take Sunshine to its next level of achievement.
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO is responsible for advancing the national profile of the organization and raising the awareness of Sunshine’s vision to increase the number of young people Sunshine serves and inspire more Sunshine dreamers, changing their lives forever.
With the upcoming launch of an organizational brand refresh, and the recent launch of Sunshine’s first five-year $10M Comprehensive Campaign, the CEO will provide strategy, vision and innovation to raise the necessary funds to increase program fulfillment four-fold and secure ever-increasing levels of philanthropic support. As the external face and spokesperson of the organization, the CEO will build positive relationships across a broad stakeholder group including corporate partners and funders, community groups, volunteers, politicians, and other organizations.
The CEO will lead and empower a talented team and foster and advance an entrepreneurial, high-performance, and caring culture. The CEO ensures the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of the organization, including financial planning and management, human resources, risk management, programs and services, marketing and communications, and strategic planning.
As the ideal candidate, you have progressive leadership experience, ideally gained within a not-for-profit organization, and you understand the dynamics of working with, and in support of, a Board of Directors. You are an experienced fundraiser with a proven track record of soliciting transformative gifts, coupled with fiscal management experience. Marketing and branding experience is an asset. You have the ability to foster relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including corporate leaders, funders, community partners, staff, volunteers, and young program participants. You have strong communication skills and are at ease promoting an organization’s mission to external stakeholders and enhancing an organization’s community profile both locally and nationally.
Your problem-solving skills support and enable you to set clear priorities and make sound decisions. As a leader, you empower mission-driven and results-oriented teams, while fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment. Like Sunshine, you value integrity, compassion and respect, and have the courage and commitment to achieve the organization’s goals. Candidates must have a commitment to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility. Candidates must also have a commitment to advancing Sunshine’s mission; lived experience is considered a strong asset. A post-secondary degree or diploma is required.
To learn more about this impactful leadership opportunity with The Sunshine Foundation of Canada, please submit a comprehensive resume along with a cover letter in confidence to Sam Walton (sam@griffithgroup.ca) and/or Noshina Choudhary (noshina@griffithgroup.ca).
The Sunshine Foundation of Canada is an equal-opportunity employer and 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 Sunshine Foundation of Canada and Griffith Group are committed to an inclusive, accessible and welcoming hiring process that provides reasonable accommodation to all applicants. Please advise Sam Walton (sam@griffithgroup.ca) should you require any accommodation to participate in the recruitment and assessment processes.
All qualified candidates are welcome to apply; however, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Canadian Mental Health Association Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services (CMHA TVAMHS) is an integrated mental health and addiction agency providing community-based supports and services. Situated in rural and urban centres, this dynamic organization serves individuals aged 12 and up across Elgin, Middlesex, Huron, and Oxford counties. CMHA TVAMHS is one of the largest branches in the national CMHA federation, with more than 700 employees and approximately 300 volunteers, serving communities across these counties with a total population of over 635,000.
CMHA TVAMHS was established in April 2021 when three organizations (Addiction Services of Thames Valley, CMHA Elgin-Middlesex, and CMHA Oxford) united to better serve the mental health and addiction needs of the Thames Valley Region. CMHA TVAMHS came together with a vision of providing high quality community-based addiction and mental health programs that are accessible to all, regardless of where they live in Thames Valley, yet tailored to complement existing services and address needs and gaps within individual communities.
CMHA TVAMHS holds the vision of resilience for all through positive mental health and freedom from addiction and works to realize this vision by igniting hope and fostering change by providing a continuum of mental health and addiction education, supports, and services.
It is within this context that CMHA TVAMHS welcomes applications and nominations for the appointment of its Chief Executive Officer.
Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the CEO will lead and develop an organization that ignites hope and fosters change by providing a continuum of mental health and addiction education, supports, and services. The CEO is responsible for the oversight of the strategic plan and the overall management of operations, programs and services, fiscal management, resource development, human resources, administration and external relations.
The CEO will strengthen an integrated infrastructure and continue to champion and foster a culture within CMHA TVAMHS that is unified, welcoming, inclusive and client centred. The CEO will ensure the Board is engaged and updated while also promoting an environment that supports staff wellness and where all employees observe the highest standards of integrity and ethical behaviour. Additionally, following the recent unionization, the CEO will build a culture that works in support of and collaboratively with the union, Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU/SEFPO).
The CEO will navigate the ever-complex nature of mental health and addictions care within the province and identify opportunities, now and in the future, to support the delivery of client-focused, integrated mental health and addiction services. As the principal spokesperson for CMHA TVAMHS, the CEO will represent the organization with CMHA National, CMHA Ontario and at community activities to enhance the organization’s effectiveness and profile. Additionally, the CEO will improve awareness of addictions and mental health needs and continue to build and promote partnerships that focus on an integrated and more effective mental health and addictions care system.
As the ideal candidate, you have progressive management experience within the non-profit and/or public sector, ideally in a complex unionized social service environment. You have a strong understanding of community, addictions and mental health and their integration into the health care sector and how this responsibility profoundly impacts every region. As a result of the integration, the CMHA TVAMHS community greatly expanded, as such, you have the skill to lead a geographically dispersed organization with presence in rural and urban settings, and you can ensure CMHA TVAMHS meets its aims of regional consistency with local connections. You have well-developed financial acumen; knowledge of human resource management, risk management, quality improvement and project management; and a track record of building service excellence. You have previous experience working with a volunteer board and a clear understanding of the roles of governance and management. You have highly effective communication skills and strategic relationship building skills. You are known for fostering effective teamwork and having established positive, healthy and safe work environments, coupled with a demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility. You can establish and maintain positive working relationships with external stakeholders, government bodies, and donors. As a strategic, innovative, and visionary leader and trusted partner, you can successfully implement strategies and build purposeful partnerships in integrated health care. You have a clear passion for community based mental health, addictions and social services, and like CMHA TVAMHS, you value: inclusion, compassion, respect, choice, collaboration, and accountability. A Bachelor’s degree is required, and a Master’s degree is preferred.
To learn more about this impactful leadership opportunity with CMHA TVAMHS, please submit a comprehensive resume along with a cover letter in confidence to Sam Walton (sam@griffithgroup.ca) and Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca) or visit www.griffithgroup.ca/cmha-thames-valley-ceo
CMHA TVAMHS 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 welcome to apply; however, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
CMHA TVAMHS and Griffith Group are committed to an inclusive, accessible and welcoming hiring process that provides reasonable accommodation to all applicants. Please advise Sam Walton (sam@griffithgroup.ca) should you require any accommodation to participate in this posting, recruitment, selection and/or assessment processes.
Royal Crown School (“RCS”) is a private high school with a growing student body of 300 students ranging from grades 7 to 12. The school boasts a modern campus in Scarborough, Ontario. RCS provides rigorous, progressive academics with individual attention and small class sizes to ensure success for all its students. RCS runs an elite basketball program with world-class coaches and sends graduates to NCAA schools and even the NBA. The school features a diverse community that is comprised of a student body that includes 50% Canadian and 50% international students who hail from over 20 countries. RCS provides an energizing, caring environment that helps students to unleash their full potential.
It is within this context that Royal Crown School welcomes applications and nominations for the appointment of its Director, Admissions.
Reporting to the Head of School, Michael Burke, the Director, Admission is an integral part of the school senior leadership team and is responsible for attracting and retaining a diverse population of domestic and international students and families who will thrive in its unique learning environment. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Director, Admissions manages the daily operations of the Admission Office, including budget, database, files, correspondence, and outreach. Working with an accomplished team, the Director, Admissions oversees admission events and promote the school to attract new families. The Director, Admission is actively engaged in supporting the annual re-enrolment process and with responding to current family requests, as required. In collaboration with the School’s leadership, the Director, Admissions will create marketing materials and messaging that aligns with the school’s brand and create and report on annual goals and objectives for attracting and retaining students. The Director, Admissions will work with the team to generate, analyze and communicate statistical data pertaining to projected enrolment to inform practice and contribute to the strategic direction of the school. To achieve these goals, the Director, Admissions will be asked to develop and maintain strong relationships with partner schools, alumni, community organizations, professional agents and consultants. Through coordination with the admissions teams, and other school departments, the Director, Admissions will ensure a smooth enrollment process for all students.
As the ideal candidate, you are a visionary, charismatic leader with the knowledge, ingenuity, and passion to build strong relationships and promote and advance the mission of the School. You have proven experience in admissions, marketing and/or sales, coupled with knowledge and experience in the private educational sector. You will leverage your experience as a proven leader to develop strategies, implement operational plans, meet goals, and adjust to shifting priorities and circumstances. You have strong project management skills and are able to manage multiple, and sometimes, competing initiatives. Candidates must have exceptional written and verbal communications skills, and be adept at engaging with, and presenting to both large and small groups of individuals interested and connected to the school. Some travel is an expectation. Candidates must hold at least a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
To learn more about this impactful leadership opportunity with Royal Crown School, please submit a comprehensive resume along with a cover letter in confidence to Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca) and/or Noshina Choudhary (nnoshina@griffithgroup.ca) or visit www.griffithgroup.ca/royal-crown-school-director-admissions
Royal Crown School welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and persons of all sexual orientations and/or gender identities. All qualified candidates are welcome to apply; however, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Royal Crown School 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 processes.
The University of Regina is situated on Treaty 4 lands with a presence in Treaty 6. These are the ancestral territories of the nêhiyawak, Anihšināpēk, Dakota, Lakota, and Nakoda peoples, and the homeland of the Métis/Michif Nation. Today, these lands continue to be the shared territory of many diverse peoples from near and far.
With its main and College Avenue campuses located next to Wascana Lake in the heart of Regina’s idyllic Wascana Park, and with a presence in Saskatoon, the University of Regina is a dynamic provincial institution that has an established reputation for innovative programming and research excellence. The University of Regina, along with its three Federated Colleges, Campion College, First Nations University of Canada, and Luther College, has more than 2,500 faculty and staff, including approximately 500 tenured or tenure-track faculty, as well as more than 15,000 full-time and part-time undergraduate and graduate students across 10 faculties and 25 academic departments. Collectively, they form a diverse community devoted to research, teaching, scholarship, and social responsibility.
It is within this context that the University of Regina invites applications and nominations for the appointment of its next Vice-President (Research).
The University of Regina is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the communities it serves. The University encourages applications from members of equity-deserving groups such as Indigenous peoples including First Nations (status and non-status), Métis and Inuit peoples; racialized/ persons of colour, persons with disabilities, women and people from gender and sexually diverse groups.
Reporting to President and Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Jeff Keshen, the Vice-President (Research) (“VPR”) is a member of the University Executive Team and provides vision, strategy and oversight of the University’s research operations and administration, centres and institutes, commercialization initiatives and research partnerships. To achieve this goal, the VPR leads and supports the growth, innovation and expansion of the University of Regina’s research culture; advocates, and champions research, and deepens and extends the nexus between research, teaching, and service across the University’s programs. Through the Office of the Vice President (Research) (VPRO), the VPR plays a prominent role in advocating for decolonization at the University. The VPR also prioritizes and enacts equity, diversity and inclusion principles throughout the implementation of the research strategy. The VPR reinforces the University’s commitments to Indigenous and racialized researchers, as well as students, through funding supports and mentorship programs. The VPR’s fosters a shared sense of vision, supports decisions and processes in alignment with the University’s student-centered mission, and advances the key themes arising from the 2020 – 2025 Strategic Plan, “All Our Relations: kahkiyaw kiwâhkômâkaninawak”. The VPR also leads and implements the University of Regina’s “Research Action Plan 2020-2025”, with particular attention to innovation, discovery, and community-based research initiatives. The VPR enacts a key role in the development and execution of the University’s government relations strategy with regard to research, and enhances relationships with federal and provincial granting councils, ministries, the private sector, and other funding partners.
Through a collegial leadership style, the VPR provides guidance, mentoring, and support for the Associate Deans Research, faculty members, graduate students and post-doctoral scholars in their pursuit of research funding, and helps to identify new approaches to support faculty research pursuits. Working with a high performing team, the VPR provides direct and indirect supervision to constituents including the entire VPRO and the Associate Vice-President (Research). The VPR works to ensure that a comprehensive research infrastructure is in place that will strengthen and streamline all key functional areas that support individual researchers, departments, and faculties. Through oversight of the Director of the Sustainability Office, who serves as a lead and key advisor on sustainability and climate action for the University of Regina, the VPR facilitates support for the University’s sustainability efforts including promoting interdisciplinary research to address complex sustainability issues. In collaboration with the Provost and Vice-President (Academic), the VPR works to further the relationship between research and teaching, at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
As the ideal candidate, your consultative and effective leadership style has empowered you to sustain and accelerate the activities and momentum of your University’s research enterprise with an entrepreneurial spirit and a commitment to transparency. As an accomplished scholar, you hold a PhD from a recognized university, have a record of scholarship consistent with appointment to the rank of Full Professor. You have demonstrated success in attracting Tri-Agency and contract funding for research, established a reputable personal research profile locally, nationally, and internationally, and provide evidence of broad scholarly interests. You have enthusiastically supported and nurtured scholars outside of your own discipline and promoted cross-disciplinary research activities. You are adept with all aspects of financial management and ensure that all revenue allocations appropriately reflect the University’s research priorities. Your career includes successful management experience ideally gained in a university environment. You are known and respected by colleagues and partners for your exceptional interpersonal skills and your ability to engender trust among researchers, faculty and staff. To be considered as a candidate, you must be able to demonstrate your understanding of, and ability to offer strong support for, Indigenous research, including community-driven research, and through action or support, your commitment to reconciliation, Indigenous engagement, and equity, diversity, and inclusion.
To apply or explore this exceptional leadership opportunity with the University of Regina, please submit a curriculum vitae along with a cover letter in confidence to Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca) and/or Sam Walton (sam@griffithgroup.ca), or visit https://griffithgroup.ca/vice-president-research-university-of-regina
The University or Regina is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with provincial guidelines, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Griffith Group and the University of Regina throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
Located in Mi’kma’ki the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaq People, Mount Saint Vincent University (MSVU) is strongly committed to fostering equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA). MSVU is an institution that was established by women for the advancement of women with social responsibility and social justice at its core. MSVU embraces the diversity of its community and is committed to efforts that enhance diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility across all facets of the university, within its local community, and in society at large.
Founded in 1873, Mount Saint Vincent University is inspired by a strong tradition of social responsibility. Many successful and loyal alumnae are passionate supporters of the MSVU experience. Building on its esteemed 149-year history, MSVU has the highest percentage of women students and faculty among Canadian universities, reflecting its long-standing commitment to the advancement of women. With a diverse mix of close to 4,000 students from across Canada and more than 50 other countries, the University is large enough to offer a broad range of educational opportunities, yet small enough to provide an intimate learning experience and unique sense of community that promotes student growth. MSVU’s Library is a member of the Novanet consortium of 12 post-secondary institutions in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, the Council of Atlantic Academic Libraries (CAAL), and the Canadian Research Knowledge Network (CRKN).
It is within this context that MSVU welcomes nominations and applications for the appointment of its next University Librarian, commencing fall 2023, or soon after.
Reporting to the Vice-President Academic and Provost and as a member of the senior administrative team, the University Librarian, in consultation and collaboration with librarians and the Archivist, sets priorities for the University’s on-campus and virtual library and archival collections and services. To achieve these goals, the University Librarian provides leadership in strategic planning with the Library and Archives, contributes to the development of University policies, and to the overall University planning and decision-making through ex officio membership on Senate, the Senate Committee on Library and Archives, Management Forum, and other key committees. The University Librarian works across campus and externally with partners on issues related to scholarly contributions, research, teaching and learning, services and resources for students, faculty, staff, and the broader research community. Acting as a professional librarian, the University Librarian oversees the management of all services, including Access Services, Archives & Special Collections, collection development and digital access (including Open Access and Open Educational Resources), teaching, instruction, library research help, records management, scholarly publishing, and space and facilities. The University Librarian acts as Copyright Officer for the University.
The University Librarian also provides management and leadership oversight to the Library and Archives budget, the selection and integration of emerging information technologies and services, and with administering the Collective Agreements with the MSVU Faculty Association, CUPE, and the NSGEU with respect to all permanent and term Library and Archives employees, including part-time faculty. The role oversees the provision of a wide range of on-campus and virtual services to a community of students (on-campus and online), employees, and hundreds of community patrons. The permanent staffing includes 6 professional librarians, 1 professional archivist, 1 manager, and 10 library technicians.
The University Librarian is appointed to a five-year (renewable) term. Annual performance reviews will be conducted by the Vice-President Academic and Provost, who will convene a review committee in the penultimate year of the term, should the University Librarian elect to re-offer.
As the ideal candidate, you bring a proven track record as an academic librarian coupled with a strong personal record of scholarly contributions. You have been successful in promoting and supporting research excellence to your librarian and archive colleagues through ongoing involvement in scholarly activity. You have a demonstrated understanding of information technology, data, and digital scholarship needs in research, teaching, learning and innovation. Your administrative and managerial experience is significant, including with academic and strategic planning, budget management, and with mentorship, and staff development and growth. You are adept at relationship building and creating a common vision that brings together librarians, faculty, staff to offer excellent services for the benefit of a broad and diverse research and learning community. As a champion of continued improvement, you bring a track record of contributing to, and supporting, new supports for student, faculty, staff and external partners. Colleagues describe your interpersonal and communication skills as outstanding. Your intercultural competencies are evident in your ability to promote and foster respect and inclusion by working successfully with a wide variety of people and encouraging their participation and involvement, and you have a strong record of engaging with and supporting EDIA principles and initiatives. Candidates must hold a Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) or equivalent as defined by the American Library Association (ALA).
To apply or explore this exceptional leadership opportunity with Mount Saint Vincent University, please submit a curriculum vitae along with a cover letter in confidence to Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca) and/or Noshina Choudhary (noshina@griffithgroup.ca), or visit griffithgroup.ca/msvu-university-librarian
Mount Saint Vincent University is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within its community and encourages applications from all qualified candidates including women, persons of any sexual orientations and gender identities and/or expressions, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and other groups that would contribute to the diversification of its campus. Candidates who identify as being from any of these groups are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify in their application materials. All qualified candidates are welcome to apply; however, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
In accordance with the provincial legislation, accommodation will be provided by Griffith Group and Mount Saint Vincent University 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.
Acadia University is in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq. This territory is covered by the “Treaties of Peace and Friendship” which the Mi’kmaq, Wəlastəkwiyik (Maliseet), and Passamaquoddy Peoples first signed with the British Crown in 1726. The treaties did not deal with surrender of lands and resources but in fact recognized Mi’kmaq and Wəlastəkwiyik (Maliseet) title and established the rules for what was to be an ongoing relationship between nations. Acknowledging the land that we are on means that we are working towards decolonization.
Founded in 1838, Acadia University is one of the oldest and most respected universities in Canada known for providing a quality, high-engagement, primarily undergraduate student experience. Acadia is just a one-hour drive from Halifax, Nova Scotia, and is an integral part of the quintessential college town of Wolfville, overlooking the Annapolis Valley and the Bay of Fundy. With a total enrollment of almost 4,000, Acadia attracts students from every province and territory and more than 60 countries to take advantage of strong academic programs, a curriculum that encourages personal development, and collaborative learning experiences led by award-winning professors. As a member of the Maple League of Universities, Acadia is committed to the delivery of excellent, 21st-century liberal education that distinguishes its students as leaders making a positive difference in communities across the world.
It is within this dynamic context that Acadia University invites applications and nominations for the appointment of its next Vice-President, Finance & Administration and Chief Financial Officer.
Reporting to the incoming 17th President & Vice-Chancellor of Acadia, Dr. Jeff Hennessey, the Vice-President, Finance & Administration and Chief Financial Officer (“VP & CFO”) leads a broad pan-University portfolio including financial services, facilities management, risk management, human resources and the Equity Office, information technology and services, safety and security, Events Acadia, ancillary services, and athletics and recreation. As a member of the President’s senior executive team, the VP & CFO provides strategic counsel to the President on all financial and administrative matters. The VP & CFO works closely with the Acadia University Board of Governors, including the Investment Committee; the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee; and the Human Resources Committee, as they steward the University’s operating and capital budgets. Externally, the VP & CFO develops and maintains relationships with governments, corporate partners, and community leaders to advance both the University’s short- and long-term goals as well as student and academic excellence. Leading a dedicated team of professionals, the VP & CFO must communicate with purpose and clarity, ensuring that there are strong bridges between all areas of the University, and with faculty, staff, students, community and funding partners. The VP & CFO inspires confidence and fosters a culture of integrity, openness and transparency across the team and University with all faculty, staff and students.
As the ideal candidate for the Vice-President, Finance & Administration and Chief Financial Officer role, you are a seasoned executive with a forward-looking, strategic perspective. You are a data-informed decision-maker with extensive experience overseeing a broad range of administrative and financial functions, ideally including budgeting, strategic and financial planning, economic forecasting and resource allocation, capital development, facilities management, residence planning, human resources, information technology and risk planning. You have experience working in complex and unionized organizations, ideally in the public or academic sector. You are committed to the highest standards of ethics, transparency, and honesty, and you are prepared to make principled, and sometimes, difficult decisions. As a leader, you build teams based on trust and mutual respect, and a culture committed to social justice, equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism. The successful candidate must appreciate and understand the multi-faceted and dynamic environment of university funding and will need to make budgetary decisions in a timely, transparent manner. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university, coupled with significant relevant senior leadership experience. A professional accounting designation is considered an asset.
To apply or explore this exceptional leadership opportunity with Acadia University, 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), or visit https://griffithgroup.ca/XXXXX /.
Acadia University is strongly committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, Indigenous peoples, African Canadians/people of African descent and other racialized persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
As part of your application, you will be invited to complete a brief Employment Equity Voluntary Self-Identification Form. This form is voluntary.
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact jane@griffithgroup.ca.
Please be advised that only those invited for an interview will be contacted. The University reserves the right not to fill this position.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
