Director General

Dawson College; Montreal; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Dawson College is seeking a passionate and experienced strategic leader to fill the position of Director General. This individual will oversee the college's operations, engage with stakeholders, and guide the institution towards achieving its mission and strategic goals. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in higher education policies and demonstrate a commitment to inclusivity and innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years’ relevant experience, with at least five at a senior management level.
• Extensive knowledge of higher education and policy issues.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the management of the college and its operations.
• Accountable for the implementation of the institutional mission and strategic plan.
• Maintain relationships with governing bodies and partners.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic planning

Organizational effectiveness

Interpersonal skills

Communication in English and French

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

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Dawson College is seeking an experienced strategic leader to take on the responsibilities ofDirector General.The ideal candidate is passionate about education, has a deep understanding of the post-secondary system in Quebec, and possesses the qualities to effectively manage a large, diverse institution at the forefront of innovation in teaching and research.

Reporting to the Board of Governors, the Director General serves as the chief executive officer of the College. They are responsible for the management of the CEGEP, its operations, development, and outreach. They are also accountable for the vision and the implementation of the institutional mission and strategic plan. Furthermore, they maintain close relationships with the College’s governing bodies and various partners.

Dawson College is a first-choice college, recognized for the quality of its programs, excellence and inclusivity, the dedication of highly qualified faculty and staff, and its commitment to bold environmental initiatives that have garnered international honours. The College is located at the western tip of downtown Montreal on the traditional unceded territory of the Kanien’kehá:ka peoples.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of ten years’ relevant experience, of which at least five at a senior management level
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both English and French
• Extensive knowledge of the higher education and related policy issues
• Minimum of a Master’s degree
• Demonstrated success in managing complex government relations and external stakeholder engagement, including influencing policy outcomes, securing regulatory approvals, and building strategic partnerships within the public and private sector
• Deep commitment to the mission and values of Dawson College
• Proven strengths in analytical thinking, strategic planning, and organizational effectiveness
• Demonstrated ability to formulate an institutional vision and to motivate employees, students and external partners in the realization of that vision
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• A strong sense of purpose and personal values
• Ability to meet the challenges facing Dawson College in the next five years

Candidates who may not meet all the listed criteria are invited to explain how their background, experience or perspective would make them a strong candidate for the position. Please consult theStatement of Opportunities and Challengesto learn about at the Board of Governors expects the next Director General to address during their mandate.

Interested applicants should send their cover letter and CV [e-mail] June 20, 2025, at 5:00 PM.

Selected candidates will be contacted the week of August 11 and should be available for interviews the following week.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Dawson College, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Dawson College adheres to an equal access employment program and, as such, encourages women, Indigenous peoples, visible and ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  Higher Education

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