Art & Design Program Development Lead (Hybrid)

OCAD University; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 67,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

OCAD University is seeking a Program Development Specialist to create non-credit learning opportunities connecting mid-career artists and designers with industry partners, alumni and community networks.

Reporting to the Manager, Business Strategy, you will develop market-driven programs, manage budgets, coordinate instructors, and advance lifelong learning in art and design through strong partnerships.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Art, Design, Education or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of program management experience in adult learning environments.
• Experience developing non-credit programs for mid-career professionals.
• Strong research, analytical and budgeting abilities.
• Experience with LMS, CRM and registration systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to build partnerships with alumni and industry.
• Commitment to equity and inclusive learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with faculty, industry professionals and stakeholders to develop specialized non-credit programs for mid-career artists and designers.
• Work with international partners to deliver short courses, workshops and residencies.
• Support the delivery of existing non-credit programs and assist with registrations, communications and CRM use.
• Ensure programs are financially sustainable and aligned with new markets.
• Lead grant applications and external funding opportunities, liaising with the Manager.
• Assess viability of new learning opportunities and prepare budget proposals and monitoring.
• Recruit, onboard and support instructors and alumni-engaged experts for classroom delivery.
• Provide insights and reports to inform marketing, branding and advertising opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Project management

Education

Master’s degree in Art, Design, Education

Tools

LMS

CRM system

Registration system

Job description

OCAD University is seeking a Program Development Specialist to create non-credit learning opportunities connecting mid-career artists and designers with industry partners, alumni and community networks.

Reporting to the Manager, Business Strategy, you will develop market-driven programs, manage budgets, coordinate instructors, and advance lifelong learning in art and design through strong partnerships.