Director, Indigenous Academic Initiatives & Curriculum

Douglas College; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 104,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transit-accessible campuses

Hybrid work arrangements for eligible

Competitive salaries

Excellent Health and Dental Benefits

Defined-Benefit Pension Plan

Professional Development opportunities

Job summary

Douglas College is seeking a Director, Indigenous Academic Initiatives, to provide day-to-day and strategic leadership for Indigenous initiatives within the Academic portfolio. The role reports to the Vice President, Academic and Provost and collaborates with campus partners on Indigenization goals and related priorities.

The incumbent will oversee curriculum development, accreditation support, and research ethics in Indigenous contexts, while driving faculty development and cultural competency

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education, Indigenous Studies, or related discipline.
• At least five years of related experience in a similar position.
• Three+ years of progressive leadership and administrative experience in a post-secondary or relevant setting.
• Strong knowledge of Indigenous history, culture, and perspectives.
• Experience as a relationship builder and collaborative problem solver.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice and guidance on Indigenous academic initiatives.
• Develop initiatives for long and short-term goals advancing social responsibility and Indigenous priorities.
• Support units in Indigenous planning and development and implementation of academic plans.
• Lead development of resources to support Indigenous student success and engagement in teaching and learning.
• Advise on curriculum development, program planning, and accreditation for Indigenous engagement.
• Collaborate to integrate Elders' teachings in curriculum and facilitate Indigenous research ethics.
• Lead faculty professional development to support Indigenization across the College.
• Provide advice to Academic Administrators and faculty on cultural competency and safety training.
• Model the Douglas College Core Competencies.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Indigenous knowledge

Curriculum development

Stakeholder collaboration

Change management

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Education

Master's degree in Indigenous Studies

Job description

Douglas College is seeking a Director, Indigenous Academic Initiatives, to provide day-to-day and strategic leadership for Indigenous initiatives within the Academic portfolio. The role reports to the Vice President, Academic and Provost and collaborates with campus partners on Indigenization goals and related priorities.

The incumbent will oversee curriculum development, accreditation support, and research ethics in Indigenous contexts, while driving faculty development and cultural competency