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About the Role

The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for planning and implementing projects, identifying issues, advising on strategy and communications, recommending solutions, and responding to the objectives and priorities of the Office of the President. This role ensures the efficient and effective execution of the President’s Office work through project management and implementation, leading initiatives from concept to completion, facilitating project work to meet deadlines, and coordinating stakeholders. The incumbent provides confidential support and collaborates on defining and achieving office goals, advancing projects, and undertaking initiatives requiring knowledge of confidential information within a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

Planning and implementation of projects
Identifying issues
Advising on strategy and communications options
Recommending solutions
Implementing project plans
Responding to the objectives and priorities of the Office of the President
Leading full-scale initiatives from concept to implementation
Facilitating project work to ensure deliverables are met within the required timelines
Coordinating the interface among all the project stakeholders
Providing administrative support and strategic advice related to issues management
Undertaking detailed research and analysis on a wide range of topics related to the President’s Office
Following up on decisions made and monitoring supports and best practices
Assisting with and advancing projects
Undertaking initiatives and daily activities within the Office of the President that require knowledge of confidential information

Requirements

Minimum five (5) years’ experience in a University setting in progressively senior positions
Extensive experience with the University, knowledge of university policies and procedures, and an understanding of the University’s organizational structure, including its governance
Knowledge about media (including traditional, new and social media), protocol, diplomacy and an excellent understanding of the University’s mission and intersection with the broader community
Experience leading complex and multi-stakeholder projects

Skills

Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to set up templates and macros in Word and Excel
Ability to set up Excel spreadsheets and graphics
Ability to prepare sophisticated PowerPoint presentations
Familiarity with scheduling software
Familiarity with Microsoft Sharepoint
Web design skills such as content management software and WordPress
Familiarity with Acrobat and other Adobe software
Strong research skills
Strong writing skills
Strong communication skills
Strong presentation skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work under pressure
Familiarity with University governance, higher education sector, and public sector administration
High degree of political acuity and judgment
Ability to deal with senior University Officers in a manner which facilitates cooperation and consensus building
Ability to work independently with a high degree of initiative, discretion, and tact
Superior organizational skills in planning, project management and task coordination
Flexibility and problem solver orientation
Strong leadership capabilities

Location

St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Work Type

Full-Time
Term

Experience Level

Senior

Education Level

University degree required
Post graduate degree (Master's or PhD) an asset

Salary/Compensations

$106,705 - $124,491
$106,705 - $177,843

About the Company

The Office of Governing Council is part of the Office of the President at the University of Toronto.

Equal Opportunity

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.