Senior Director of Learning

Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship Centres; Toronto; On-site; CAD 144,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Indigenous education organization in Ontario is seeking a senior leader to provide strategic vision and oversight for the Original People's Learning Centre. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in education, significant experience in senior management in higher education, and a passion for community engagement and Indigenous issues. The role offers a competitive salary range of $144,000 to $150,480, and a commitment to a culturally based work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Culture-based organization

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of senior management experience in higher education.
• Experience in establishing or growing an academic program, preferably in an Indigenous context.
• Ability to work with diverse groups and understand local Indigenous issues.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement a strategic vision for the Original People’s Learning Centre.
• Oversee the operational excellence and effectiveness of the OPLC.
• Establish partnerships with industry and the community to enhance educational outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Problem Solving

Integrity

Collaboration

Community Engagement

Education

PhD in education or relevant discipline

Job description

Please note : This job posting will close on August 20, 2025, at 5 PM and this posting is for an existing vacancy.

Objective :

To provide visionary institutional leadership, developing and driving the mission, strategies and advancement of the OFIFC’s Original People’s Learning Centre (OPLC), obtaining and maintaining accreditation for the institution.

• Defined strategic vision, mandate and direction for the OPLC to deliver instructional design, training and education to OFIFC’s programs, internal staff, the urban indigenous community, and non-indigenous peoples across Ontario.
• Growth of the OPLC by identifying and capturing opportunities to advance and deliver on that vision, mandate and direction.
• Promoted, protected and enhanced the reputation of the OPLC

Key Responsibilities :

Strategic Leadership (35%) :

Defines a compelling strategic vision, mandate and direction for the OPLC, and identifies a clear path to advance and deliver on that vision, mandate and direction;

Works with the OPLC Founding Council and OFIFC Board of Directors collaboratively and with influence to :

Lead the setting of goals and the determination of priorities and allocation of resources to meet this mandate;

Obtain and maintain accreditation; and

Define the OPLC’s market brand and niche, positioning the OPLC as the best choice education option.

Champions the OPLC’s initiatives and impact, innovates OPLC content and distributes into new markets or through new channels, and develops diversified funding and income streams to ensure the long-term growth and viability of the OPLC.

Leads the creation, implementation, and compliance with OPLC strategic and policy frameworks

Creates, communicates, protects and enhances the overall brand and reputation of OPLC, establishing strong strategic partnerships.

Administrative Leadership & Internal Engagement (35%) :

Oversees the executive team in the effective and responsible operation of the OPLC and the use of OPLC resources, focusing on operational excellence and impact on outcomes for the urban indigenous community;

Provides direction and incentives for research, creative achievement, service and outreach;

Determines the right organizational structure and oversees sustainable scaling of the workforce as the OPLC is established and grows it’s operations.

Fosters a culture that attracts, develops, and retains excellent and diverse faculty, administrators, students and staff to ensure student success, growing enrollment and high rates of graduation;

Developing and maintaining an appropriate administrative organization to ensure effective and efficient management of the OPLC and its resources;

External Engagement (30%) :

Establishes and enhances collaborations by making connections between academic programs, research, industry and the community at large;

Ensures the OPLC delivers the education and skills demanded by the economy to drive positive outcomes for the urban indigenous community by engaging with businesses, industry, and government across the Province.

Advocates to, has contact with, and / or participation in various orders of government and with councils and organizations involved in higher education at the provincial, national, and international levels

Strategic Thinking

Problem Solving / Decision Making

Integrity and Credibility

Leadership

Demonstrated leadership of a complex and comprehensive higher education institute or equivalent experience in managing and reviewing the work of educators and academics

Ability to observe, anticipate and act on trends in post-secondary education

Ability to define, assess and develop the competencies and capabilities required in education, research and anti-indigenous racism work.

Knowledge of Ontario not-for-profit Governance, Board, Bylaws, relevant legislation

Understanding of Public Policy as it relates to urban Indigenous issues

Ability to work well with diverse groups of internal and external constituencies

Education / Work Experience :

Completed PhD degree in education or other relevant discipline and / or equivalent professional experience

5-7 years’ experience at a Senior Management level in higher education

Experience establishing, building or growing an academic program or institution, preferably within an Indigenous context

What we offer :

Culture-based organization

Hiring Range : $144,000 - $150,480

Full Pay Range : $144,000 - $176,000

Comprehensive Health benefits after the probationary period including Health Care Spending Account & Lifestyle Spending Account (100% Employer paid)

The OFIFC is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce; we promote employment equity and encourage applicants to indicate if you belong to one of the four designated employment equity groups Women, Indigenous peoples, Persons with disabilities, or Members of visible minorities when you apply.

Preference will be given to qualified Turtle Island Indigenous people including members of First Nations, Inuit and Métis (recognized by the Metis National Council). Applicants claiming Indigenous ancestry will be required to provide supporting documentation to substantiate their claim.

Accommodation :

The OFIFC is committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Pre-screen Interviews are scheduled to start August 26 - September 2, 2025.

Formal interviews are scheduled to take place September 4 & 5, 2025

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