McGill University
AssociateDirector,Administration
“Associate Director, Administration at McGill University. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor management, stakeholder management. Oversee business administration. Develop long and short-term plans”
Industry & Context.
Ability to analyze complex issues and problem-solve; problem-solve
authorized to work in Canada, willing to work in the province of Quebec, work in the campus where the position is based / located
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's Degree, 5 Years Related Experience
Nice to Have
Experience in dentistry, Dentist or Allied Dental professional, Graduate degree in related field, MBA, 10 years of work experience at a senior management level in a large academic, public or private institution, demonstrated experience in change management projects, supervision of staff in a university setting
What You'll Do.
Oversee business administration
Develop long and short-term plans
Provide leadership expertise
Support Dean and unit leaders
Consult and oversee implementation
Provide leadership and expertise
Assess implications for Faculty operations
Ensure Dean and Associate Deans informed
Provide Direction to administrative teams
Develop a culture of collaboration
Oversee day-to-day administrative functions
Manage and evaluate performance
Define structure for administrative support
Establish and monitor administrative performance
Track key performance indicators
Oversee implementation of new initiatives
Assess operational impacts
Oversees administrative matters
Implement administrative plans
Identify opportunities for process improvement
Lead initiatives to enhance service quality
and monitor administrative policies
Monitor and report presence/absence
Support implementation of IT-related initiatives
Respond to internal auditing
Provide annual report
Manage reporting of administrative affairs
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
cross-functional coordination; cross-unit; collaborative; inclusive; service-oriented; collaboration; learning; work closely with the Associate director of finance and student affairs; Act as a liaison with central administrative units and external partners; work with them to foster career development
Communication Scope
communication skills; high-level analysis and briefings; Fluent in both English and in French; English communication verbally and in writing
Process & Methodology
manage multiple projects, specific deadlines, change management projects
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