Operations & Special Projects Lead

University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Operations and Special Projects Manager at the Indian Residential School History and Dialogue Centre (IRSHDC) within UBC provides senior oversight of special projects, facility and administrative operations, and policy development. The role emphasizes meaningful engagement with Survivors and Indigenous communities and requires cultural humility and trauma-informed leadership.

S/he collaborates across portfolios, manages budgets and timelines, and guides risk management while maintaining

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of five years of related experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrates a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Oversees Centre-wide special projects from inception to completion.
• Leads planning, budgeting and risk mitigation for initiatives.
• Advises on strategic planning and policy development.
• Coordinates cross-team collaboration and event planning.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Relational leadership

Trauma-informed approach

Education

Undergraduate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Budgeting software

Job description

The Operations and Special Projects Manager at the Indian Residential School History and Dialogue Centre (IRSHDC) within UBC provides senior oversight of special projects, facility and administrative operations, and policy development. The role emphasizes meaningful engagement with Survivors and Indigenous communities and requires cultural humility and trauma-informed leadership.

S/he collaborates across portfolios, manages budgets and timelines, and guides risk management while maintaining