Program Manager, Simcoe County, CAF - Fanshawe

Note: Hiring is conditional upon the approval of this program. Note: 1 vacancy available. This position is deemed a critical vacancy. Why this Role is Important The Program Manager, reporting to the Project’s Senior Leader, is accountable for identifying, developing, marketing, staffing, supporting and evaluating a number of courses, programs and services offered by the project. The Program Manager is responsible for the effective operation and delivery of courses/programs within the project by working closely with the Executive Director, program coordinators, professors and support staff within the project as well as other college employees and external stakeholders and partners. The College is committed to the safety and well-being of all staff, students and visitors. In order to achieve this objective, employees are required to be active in health and safety and incident prevention by adhering to procedures and safe work practices as required by the corporate health and safety management system, and in accordance with relevant Health and Safety legislation and regulations. How You’ll Make An Impact Planning and Organizing Responsible for the investigation, planning and delivery of courses and programs with the project: Conducts current needs analysis, competitive analysis and reviews educational trends Identifies new course/program opportunities Develops, reviews and maintains curriculum Establishes student admission/readmission criteria Assesses and makes recommendations to support the delivery of the programs such as facilities, instructional equipment, computer applications and services Liaises with other divisions and departments such as Continuing Education, Co-op Education, Marketing and Communication, IT Services and Facilities Management Conducts student relations activities including advising/responding to potential students regarding course selections and pre-requisites Manages the operation of some project programs, including the identification of the types of courses and the most effective methods of delivering those courses to meet the needs of the college community. Marketing/Partnerships Accountable for arranging a variety of marketing and partnership efforts such as: Identifies and implements strategies to promote individual programs and courses Identifies new target markets for special programming Assists in identifying new trends in the marketplace related to the development of new technologies Maintains and develops articulation agreements with other educational institutions and partnership agreements with business associations and not-for-profit organizations General Administration Ensures that the project budget is used effectively by optimal use of human, fiscal and physical resources; plans and controls some budgetary operations. Manages day-to-day activity of some staff and faculty; determines work priorities and assignments. Maintains a high level of performance through recruiting, selecting, training, developing and evaluating some faculty and staff. Participates in the establishment of enrollment targets and continually monitors budget data Works with Executive Director and Operations Manager in developing programs costing for new initiatives both long and short term Other duties as assigned What You’ll Bring Post-secondary 3-year degree in Business or Commerce Master’s degree in a related field and/or BED or MED is an asset Minimum 7 years’ experience in an academic setting and/or business experience in marketing, sales, and corporate communications Supervisory experience would be an asset An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered Related experience within an academic setting including post-secondary teaching and curriculum development and design Demonstrated marketing ability with excellent problem-solving, negotiation and communication skills Demonstrated administrative background including budget responsibilities and supervisory responsibilities Must have excellent interpersonal and organization skills, computer skills Project/operational management, leadership and supervisory skills Ability to foster a team-based approach to operational planning and problem-solving What This Opportunity Offers Comprehensive Pension & Benefits: Join a defined-benefit pension plan (through the CAAT Pension Plan) that delivers predictable lifetime retirement income, plus dental, disability, travel insurance and extended health coverage. Vacation: Enjoy paid time off and benefit from a scheduled holiday closure that offers additional rest and time with family during the winter season Tuition & Professional Development: Continue your learning journey — eligible employees and their dependents can take select Fanshawe programs or courses at a reduced cost Inclusive, Meaningful Campus environment: Work alongside passionate colleagues in an inclusive culture that values diversity, drives student success, and connects you to the local community and campus life. Ready to Apply? Lead the development of innovative aviation programming, inspire faculty and learners, and help shape the future of aircraft maintenance engineer education. If you're a collaborative academic leader who thrives on building high-quality programs and meaningful partnerships, we'd love to hear from you. Fanshawe College uses Workday to manage recruitment and hiring processes. Educational Credentials While transcripts are not required for the interview, they are mandatory as a condition of employment. Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Fanshawe College is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equity, value diversity, and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. Accommodation Fanshawe College provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, the hiring manager and the recruiter leading the recruitment will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant’s accommodation needs. Accommodation requests per the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act can be emailed to: [email protected] Land Acknowledgement Fanshawe College would like to acknowledge and honour the Anishinaabe, Lotinuhsyuní and Lenape people of southwestern Ontario as the traditional owners and custodians of the lands and waterways where Fanshawe College is located. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

The Program Manager is accountable for the development, marketing, staffing, and evaluation of academic courses and programs. They ensure effective operational delivery by collaborating with internal college staff and external industry partners.

Requires a 3-year degree in Business or Commerce and at least 7 years of experience in an academic or business marketing setting. Candidates should possess strong supervisory skills and experience in curriculum design and budget administration.

• Defined-benefit Pension Plan • Dental Insurance • Disability Insurance • Travel Insurance • Extended Health Coverage • Paid Time Off • Scheduled Holiday Closure • Tuition Assistance • Professional Development

• Gestion de projetSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Program Management
• Curriculum Development
• Market Analysis
• Budget Management
• Staff Supervision
• Strategic Planning
• Stakeholder Relations
• Educational Leadership
• Negotiation
• Corporate Communications
• Project Management
• Student Relations

• Education
• Management & Leadership
• Marketing
• Administrative
• Transportation

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Postuler avant le

3 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Mid-Senior level