Strategic Manager, Student Engagement & Leadership

The University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 86,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

The Manager, Student Engagement at The University of British Columbia leads a portfolio of programs that support student transition, belonging, leadership, and success within the Centre for Student Development and Leadership. It requires strategic planning, program development, and cross‑unit collaboration to foster student outcomes across undergraduate and graduate populations.

The role involves staff supervision, budget oversight, and risk management, with a focus on scalable initiatives and

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of four to five years of related experience.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion; ability to lead inclusive teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversees leadership for a portfolio of student engagement programs.
• Develops and assesses strategic plans aligned with student success objectives.
• Manages budgets, risk, and staff supervision across multiple programs.
• Builds partnerships with campus units to advance belonging and leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Stakeholder engagement

Program development

Strategic planning

Staff supervision

Communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

The Manager, Student Engagement at The University of British Columbia leads a portfolio of programs that support student transition, belonging, leadership, and success within the Centre for Student Development and Leadership. It requires strategic planning, program development, and cross‑unit collaboration to foster student outcomes across undergraduate and graduate populations.

The role involves staff supervision, budget oversight, and risk management, with a focus on scalable initiatives and