Position Title
Program Manager
Department/Unit
Faculty of Medicine - General
Location
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Duration of Contract (if applicable)
2 years
Employment Type
Full Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE)
1.0
Salary
$72,430 - $97,028 per annum, 35 hours per week
Provisional Statement
This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role.
About Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.
Job Summary
The undergraduate program in Medical Sciences is a four-year program leading to a Bachelor of Science in Medical Sciences degree with an option for Honours. The Faculty of Science administers the 600-student program, with a major contribution from the Faculty of Medicine, and the assistance of the Faculty of Arts & Sciences. Reporting to the Academic Director, Medical Sciences/Executive Director, Operations, the Program Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the program and for monitoring the success of the program. They deal directly with all levels of the University operation in areas of finance, administration, and human resources.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the Medical Sciences program, coordinating academic activities, course planning, student services, and program initiatives to support an exceptional student experience.
- Partner with academic leaders, faculty, and administrative stakeholders across the University to support program delivery, admissions, recruitment, outreach, and the implementation of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility initiatives.
- Provide leadership and supervision to program staff, fostering a collaborative, high-performing team through recruitment, onboarding, performance management, coaching, and professional development.
- Support the development and management of program budgets, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and contractual obligations while serving as the primary liaison with University financial services.
- Lead operational planning and resource management to support program growth, including enrolment planning, course access, staffing requirements, and the development of new academic programming and credentials.
- Coordinate program assessment, accreditation, and review activities by analyzing student and program data, overseeing self-studies and external reviews, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and strategic development.
Note
Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in a science or health-related field, plus five years of related experience (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).
- Strong written, oral, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Experience working with multiple stakeholders and leadership experience.
- Demonstrated financial management skills and a strong understanding of human resources principles and practices.
Assets
- Experience working in a higher education/university setting.
- Knowledge of programming and admissions related to Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, graduate school, and other health-related programs.
Job Competencies
The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s
core and
leadership competencies, in particular:
- Respect & Inclusion
- Adaptability
- Knowledge & Thinking Skills
- Relationship Building
- Resource & Process Management
Additional Information
Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.
Application Consideration
Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration.
We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.
Diversity Statement
Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please review our Employment Equity information.
If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.
