Program Manager

Altis; Ottawa; Ibrido; CAD 85.000 - 110.000; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional growth opportunities

Cross-functional exposure

Descrizione del lavoro

Altis in Ottawa, ON, is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead cross-functional program delivery in a post-secondary education setting. The role requires bilingual English/French communication and a focus on operational excellence.

You will oversee day-to-day operations, manage budgets, coach staff, and align resources with strategic objectives. The position is 3 months with extension potential.

Competenze

• 5+ years of related program or project management experience.
• At least 3 years in a supervisory capacity.
• Experience with budget planning and performance metrics.
• Strong planning, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and French.

Mansioni

• Oversee daily program operations including courses, workshops, events, budgets, and resources.
• Translate strategic objectives into actionable plans and manage priorities.
• Lead, coach and develop program staff including recruitment and performance management.
• Establish and monitor KPIs, analyze trends and identify improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless delivery.
• Manage financial planning and budgets while ensuring efficient resource use.
• Champion program initiatives and communicate successes to stakeholders.

Conoscenze

PM experience

Supervisory experience

Bilingual English/French

Budget planning

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Strumenti

Budgeting tools

Descrizione del lavoro

Location: Ottawa, ON (Hybrid)

Language: Bilingual, strong written and spoken communication skills in English and French

Contract: 3-months (possibility of extension)

About the Opportunity

Are you an experienced Program Manager who enjoys bringing people, processes and ideas together to make a meaningful impact? We're looking for a collaborative and solutions-focused leader to oversee program delivery within a dynamic post-secondary education environment.

In this role, you'll lead day-to-day operations, support a dedicated team and work closely with stakeholders to ensure programs run efficiently and continue to evolve. You'll have the opportunity to influence strategic planning, improve processes and deliver exceptional experiences for program participants.

What's In It for You

• A collaborative, people-focused environment where your ideas and contributions matter
• Opportunities to lead meaningful initiatives and influence program strategy
• Exposure to cross-functional teams, senior leadership and diverse stakeholders
• A workplace that values professional growth, innovation and continuous improvement

Your Responsibilities

• You'll oversee daily program operations, including courses, workshops, training, events, budgets and resource allocation.
• You'll translate strategic objectives into actionable plans, manage competing priorities and proactively address operational risks.
• You'll lead, coach and develop program and administrative staff, supporting recruitment, performance management and professional growth.
• You'll establish and monitor key performance indicators, analyze trends and identify opportunities to improve program effectiveness.
• You’ll collaborate with internal teams, leadership and external partners to align resources and ensure seamless program delivery.
• You’ll manage financial planning and budgets while ensuring resources are used effectively.
• You’ll champion program initiatives, communicate successes and strengthen stakeholder relationships.

Skills and Qualifications

• 5+ years of related program or project management experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory capacity.
• Bachelor's degree in a field relevant to the program.
• Experience with budget planning, financial management, resource allocation and performance metrics to support evidence-based decisions.
• Strong planning, organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines.
• Proven leadership, teamwork and stakeholder engagement skills, with a proactive approach and strong commitment to client service.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to explain complex policies and regulations clearly, with bilingual proficiency in spoken and written English and French.
• Flexibility to work outside regular business hours and travel occasionally outside the region.

Note from the Hiring Manager

"We're looking for someone who can see the big picture while staying connected to the day-to-day details. Someone who enjoys leading people, finding better ways of doing things and building strong relationships will thrive in this role."

All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions.