Executive Director, Experiential Learning & Professional Development
Hiring Company
About the Role
Greater Toronto, Canada Area (On-site)
The Company is seeking an Executive Director of Experiential Learning and Professional Development to provide strategic leadership for experiential learning, professional education, upskilling, and integrated academic programming. The role oversees teams and initiatives that support curricular and co-curricular learning, internships, research and international opportunities, graduate professional development, and student career readiness. Responsibilities include developing programs and partnerships, leading organizational change, coordinating services across academic units, and building relationships with employers, community partners, alumni, and learners. The Executive Director also oversees portfolio budgets, revenue generation, marketing and communications, and evaluation of program effectiveness. Candidates must hold at least a master’s degree in an arts and science discipline or a related field; a PhD is preferred. At least eight years of progressively senior administrative leadership experience, including managing teams and significant programs, is required, along with experience developing strategic plans and leading change in complex settings. Applicants should bring expertise in experiential learning, higher education, student employment services, strategic partnerships, and business development. Strong financial and analytical skills, including budgeting and data-informed decision-making, are essential, as are excellent communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and team leadership abilities.
Functions:
- Education/Academic Administration
- Operations
- Strategy
About the Company
Top public research university
Industry
Higher Education
Type
Educational Institution
Age
employees
10,001+