Director General

Dawson College; Montreal; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Dawson College is looking for a strategic leader for the Director General position. This role requires extensive experience in education management, strong communication skills in both English and French, and the ability to engage with various stakeholders. The Director General will have the responsibility of overseeing operations and implementing the college's strategic vision, while fostering relationships with governance bodies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years’ relevant experience, with at least five at senior management level.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex government relations and engaging stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the management of the CEGEP and its operations.
• Accountable for the institution's mission and strategic plan implementation.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Analytical Thinking

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 of Director 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 the Statement of Opportunities and Challenges to 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 to [emailprotected] before 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

Higher Education

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