Location: Ottawa, ON
Language: Full professional proficiency in English and French
Duration: 12-Month Contract with the possibility of extending for a further two years
About the Opportunity
An established post-secondary institution is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead a major curriculum renewal initiative. This high-impact role will oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of a complex, multi-year transformation project that will shape the future of the program and support long-term academic excellence.
Working closely with faculty leaders, academic committees, administrators, and senior stakeholders, you will play a central role in driving progress toward key milestones and implementation goals. This opportunity is ideal for a collaborative project leader who thrives in complex environments, excels at building consensus, and can confidently navigate institutional governance structures.
Whats In It for You
Join a purpose-driven environment where your work directly contributes to the future of health professions education
Collaborate with respected academic leaders, faculty members, and cross-functional stakeholders
Gain exposure to a large-scale transformational initiative with significant institutional impact
Work within a culture that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional growth
Enjoy a hybrid work arrangement that supports flexibility while maintaining meaningful in-person engagement
Your Responsibilities
Youll lead the planning and execution of a large-scale curriculum renewal project, ensuring alignment with implementation timelines and strategic objectives
Youll manage multiple interdependent workstreams, coordinating activities, deliverables, and resources across diverse stakeholder groups
Youll facilitate committees, working groups, and governance bodies, ensuring effective decision-making and project progression
Youll identify, monitor, and mitigate project risks while maintaining accurate milestone tracking and reporting
Youll develop and deliver project communications, reports, and presentations for academic and administrative leadership in both official languages
Youll build strong relationships with faculty, department leaders, and institutional partners to drive engagement and consensus throughout the change process
Skills and Qualifications
57+ years of progressive project or program management experience, including large-scale transformational initiatives
Masters degree in Education, Health Sciences, Health Professions Education, Project Management, Program Management, or a related field is a plus
PMP certification is preferred, though equivalent project management experience may be considered
Demonstrated experience within academic medicine, health sciences education, higher education, or similarly complex environments
Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools, including Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches
Experience supporting academic governance structures such as committees, councils, or curriculum oversight bodies
Full professional proficiency in English and French, including the ability to prepare reports, presentations, and communications in both languages
Familiarity with undergraduate medical education, health professions curriculum development, or accreditation frameworks such as CACMS and LCME is considered a strong asset
Proven ability to influence stakeholders without direct authority, navigate ambiguity, and build consensus among diverse groups
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