Operations & Special Projects Leader

University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

University of British Columbia’s IRSHDC seeks an Operations and Special Projects Manager to lead a broad portfolio of grant-funded initiatives, facilities operations and financial management. The role emphasizes meaningful engagement with Survivors and Indigenous communities, and requires tact, cultural humility, and discretion.

The manager will coordinate cross-team planning, supervise staff, and develop comprehensive policies and procedures while navigating evolving Centre priorities and

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline; minimum five years of related experience.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in practice.
• Ability to lead cross-functional projects and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Centre’s special projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities.
• Lead planning, timelines, budgets, and risk mitigation for projects.
• Provide strategic leadership for operational infrastructure, policy development and administrative functions.
• Develop and maintain operating budgets, HR procedures, and records management.
• Ensure communications are culturally sensitive, trauma-informed, and respectful of Survivors and Indigenous communities.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Trauma-informed practice

Cultural humility

Relationship building

Budgeting

Education

Undergraduate degree (relevant discipline)

Master's degree preferred (MLIS, Indigenous Studies)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

University of British Columbia’s IRSHDC seeks an Operations and Special Projects Manager to lead a broad portfolio of grant-funded initiatives, facilities operations and financial management. The role emphasizes meaningful engagement with Survivors and Indigenous communities, and requires tact, cultural humility, and discretion.

The manager will coordinate cross-team planning, supervise staff, and develop comprehensive policies and procedures while navigating evolving Centre priorities and