Project Manager LFB Admin

Humber College; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading polytechnic institution in Toronto is seeking a Project Manager for the Longo Centre for Entrepreneurship. This role involves supporting the Director, coordinating projects, and building relationships with stakeholders. Candidates should have a four-year degree in business or entrepreneurship and four years of relevant experience. Strong planning, communication, and leadership skills are essential. Join a diverse team focused on innovative education and entrepreneurship!

Benefits

Opportunity to be part of building Humber's future

Diverse and supportive team

Tools and technology for success

Amazing perks

Qualifications

• A minimum of four years of experience in related roles.
• Experience in entrepreneurship education, centres, or incubators preferred.
• Experience in project management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor project plans and budgets.
• Coordinate internal and external meetings and initiatives.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and manage communications.
• Conduct research and analysis for reporting.

Skills

Project planning and coordination

Public speaking and workshop facilitation

Customer service and interpersonal skills

Written communication skills

Organizational and time management skills

Adaptability and resiliency

Strategic thinking

Education

Four-year degree in entrepreneurship or business administration

Job description

Overview

Find Your Spot at Humber
At Humber, we are a vibrant, diverse community of professionals dedicated to providing an exceptional learning experience for our students. Through our strategic vision and exciting new brand Builders of Brilliance we are co-constructing a new model of polytechnic education for Ontario, Canada, and the world. We are committed to ensuring Humber offers the right programs, with the most effective teaching and learning approaches, to prepare exceptional leaders for our industries and communities.

To achieve our vision, we take finding and developing the right talent very seriously. We offer a collegial, collaborative, inclusive environment in which each individual is supported to grow and bring their best each day.

If you are excited by the prospect of contributing to our vision for learning, and you would like to be part of building a new model of polytechnic education, of “building brilliance,” in one of Canada’s preeminent higher education institutions, then here is your opportunity to join our dynamic team.

Job Details

Position Title: Project Manager, Longo Centre for Entrepreneurship
Status: Full-Time Administration
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Faculty/Department: Longo Faculty of Business
Campus/Location: Lakeshore, North and Humber Downtown Campuses
Minimum Starting Salary: $95,579; starting salaries are determined based on qualifications and years of related experience.

About the Longo Faculty of Business at Humber

Humber’s Longo Faculty of Business delivers high-demand programs that will take graduates into current, relevant, and future careers. We offer over 50 programs in a wide range of fields covering the broad spectrum of business in the evolving marketplace. Not only do we offer traditional business courses such as finance, accounting, administration, human resources, and marketing, but we also offer culinary, aesthetics, cosmetics, fashion, and law with credentials ranging from diploma to degree to graduate certificates.

Entrepreneurship training is integrated into all programs. The Longo Centre for Entrepreneurship, along with our highly specialized labs, work-integrated learning opportunities and our international partnerships have given the Longo Faculty of Business the reputation that gets our programs recognized by industries across Canada and the world. The future of business will be defined by our graduates. That is what we prepare them for.

About the Project Manager, Longo Centre for Entrepreneurship Role

The Project Manager provides direct support to the Director, Centre for Innovation (COI), Longo Centre for Entrepreneurship. This role is focused on leading operations and processes to support the effective delivery of the key priorities of the Centre as well as coordination of specific projects related to the COI network business plan.

Responsibilities

• Work Planning and Project Coordination
  Develop and monitor project plans, schedules, and budgets to ensure timely and effective management of Longo CfE's key projects.

• Ensure documentation and workflow charts are available and up to date for all unit projects and deliverables.

• Coordinate at the project level faculty spanning projects/initiatives with other COI Project Managers.

• Coordinate and monitor evaluation for all programs and initiatives for ongoing process improvement.

• Coordinate internal and external meetings of the Director and other business unit meetings.

• Team Leadership
  Facilitate, coach, mentor and guide direct and indirect reports to support people development.

• Build a positive culture, collaboration, communication and understanding of purpose.

• Proactively build and manage communications to achieve positive labour relations in support of College labour relations goals.

• Assist project teams in preparing tools, processes, and project documents.

• Review project outcomes and adjust approach to subsequent projects for process improvement.

• Communication and Relationship Building
  Develop communication materials related to the activities and deliverables of the unit for internal and external audiences as appropriate.

• Communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders to build relationships, on behalf of the Longo CfE Director.

• Lead the production cycle for Longo CfE reports/newsletters/website content.

• Coordinate the distribution of information within the unit and across the College related to the Longo CfE.

• Organize and coordinate high-profile events in collaboration with Government Relations and Marketing and Communications involving political/government stakeholders, on behalf of the College.

• Design and deliver workshops, presentations, and other supports for entrepreneurs as needed.

• Research and Reporting
  Conduct research and analysis to develop reports and provide recommendations associated with postsecondary trends, college strategic directions in response to government initiatives and policy frameworks.

• Research new areas pertinent to education and innovation in entrepreneurship.

• Support the Longo CfE Director in the development of funding initiatives.

• Coordinate confidential reports and submissions to government, Board of Governors and senior administration.

About You

Education
The successful candidate will hold a four-year degree in entrepreneurship or business administration (Master’s degree preferred).

Experience/Skills
The incumbent will have a minimum of four years of experience in a related role in entrepreneurship education, entrepreneurship centres, and/or incubators/accelerators. Experience in starting a small business or innovative startup is preferred. Experience in the following areas is preferred: entrepreneurship, business administration, project management, marketing, or leadership.

• Project planning and coordination

• Public speaking and workshop facilitation

• Diplomacy, professionalism, and confidentiality

• Customer service and interpersonal skills

• Exceptional organizational and time management skills

• Written communication skills

• Adaptability and resiliency

• Strategic thinking

• Conducting theoretical and applied research

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you! At Humber Polytechnic we don't just accept difference—we celebrate it! Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and a progressive mindset goes a long way at Humber. If your experience is close to what we're looking for, consider applying and tell us why you are a great candidate for this job. Find your Spot at Humber!

What’s in it for you?

• An opportunity to be a part of building Humber's future.
• Be part of a diverse, hard-working, and supportive team.
• Tools and technology that will allow you to succeed at your job.
• Amazing perks!

We thank you for your interest in working with Humber Polytechnic. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Humber Polytechnic is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity-deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity and inclusion in a post-secondary environment. Humber supports employment equity. Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, LGBTQ2S+ workers and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For the purpose of statistical data collection, applicants are strongly encouraged to voluntarily self-identify. Humber’s diverse workplace also supports Francophone workers and young workers.

Accommodation

Accommodation
Humber Polytechnic is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our Talent Acquisition team will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.

Anti-Discrimination Statement

Anti-Discrimination Statement
At Humber Polytechnic, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. All employees and applicants have the right to work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance with concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Office of Human Rights and Harassment ([e-mail]).