Manager, Workforce Development Process and Planning (CL7)
Education
Central Office
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Workforce Development
Continuing Full-time Position: Commencing approximately August 6, 2024
Application deadline is 11:59, July 4, 2024
Competition No. 2425-154
Salary range: $100,733.81 to $118,510.37 annually
This position may be eligible for hybrid or remote work after demonstrating successful progression in proficiency in the position. You can review our FlexWork Policy on nscc.ca
What you will be doing…
The Manager, Workforce Development Process and Planning will provide strategic leadership in support and management of planning and processes related to both Contract Training and Continuing Education. This pivotal role demands skilled collaborative consultation and internal relationship-building.
The Manager provides support to Workforce Development team, Schools and Campuses in the development and implementation of Contract Training and Continuing Education based on college, school and industry partner priorities. The Manager supports the development and maintenance of processes related to Workforce Development including resourcing required in collaboration with internal stakeholders. Similar to the work of other Mangers in the Department, central to this position is the responsibility for developing and implementing strategies that enhance the ability to provide workforce development solutions tailored for businesses and industries, assisting in building strong workforce development within the province.
The incumbent will collaborate across internal departments, schools and campuses and will stimulate engagement across all faculty, staff, and students. This work incorporates the efficient management of organizational budgets and operational planning and can maximize and leverage results under constraints. Through self-motivated collaboration, the incumbent's previous experience makes them an influencer with integrity that has built trust within communities and among the public. This position is responsible for creating and delivering programs that provide value to the College in furtherance of NSCC's strategic plan.
What we are looking for…
Qualifications and Occupational Experience:
- The minimum educational qualification for this position is an undergraduate degree in a related field such as Business, or related discipline.
- You have a minimum of five (5) years of recent and related occupational experience in in process and planning, understanding of program development/delivery, planning and evaluation.
- You possess excellent project management skills
- Demonstrated knowledge of policy and procedure compliance in an academic/industrial setting
- Industrial or business experience in community relations is considered an asset
- Proven experience in managing projects, including financial aspects of project management.
- Experience in the development of effective internal and external communications and analytical writing skills.
- Strong quantitative and qualitative research, data and analysis and evidence-informed decision making skills
- Proven leadership skills to motivate and manage projects and project teams
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships across all stakeholder groups
Relevant Skills and Knowledge
- You demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility and anti-racism
- Excellent inter-personal skills with a demonstrated skill in relationship management.
- Excellent communication skills
- A demonstrated understanding of finance and financing options for collaborative projects.
- Ability to manage multiple complex tasks with strong prioritization skills
- The desire to foster a culture of innovation across all levels of the organization across the College.
- Demonstrated technology savvy and information management skills
- Able to work within the boundaries of a collective agreement
- Strategic thinker with strong hands-on leadership skills and the ability to inspire and influence others. Well respected and sought after by executive leadership, peers and direct reports.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with demonstrated creativity in idea generation and solution implementation. Able to leverage research and market insight to drive innovation and competitive advantage.
- Ability to influence, facilitate, negotiate and manage multiple stakeholders with various and sometimes conflicting interests to achieve a cohesive approach that meets organizational objectives.
- Values diversity and cultural proficiency while constantly encouraging cross-cultural understanding of all NSCC partners
Candidates selected for interviews will be expected to provide at least three recent, occupational references. The successful candidate will be expected to provide official transcripts to show proof of academic achievements.
NSCC is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. As part of this commitment, NSCC will ensure that applicants are provided reasonable accommodations, as required. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact Nikki Berrigan, HR Generalist at [email protected]. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here.
