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Director, Partnership and Programs
Corporate Services Branch

(three-year term position)

AUCC is the national organization that represents Canadian public and private not-for-profit universities and university-degree level colleges at home and abroad. We provide a forum for discussion and a framework for action at the federal level, facilitating the development of public policy on higher education. We also encourage cooperation among universities and among partners with whom we share interests. We are a non-governmental, not-for-profit association, funded through membership fees and revenues from publications and contract management services.

We are currently seeking a director to lead its success in scholarship management and partnership revenue-generating activities undertaken to support the general work of the Association.  The incumbent will have strong business acumen, visioning abilities and experience in strategic direction setting and proactive client relationship development. Some of the current activities in the partnership and programs division include:  over 130 higher education scholarship programs, the international exchange projects funded by organizations such as IDRC and CIDA and other programs of interest to the AUCC and its members.

Reporting to the senior director of corporate services, the incumbent will be responsible for the leadership, strategic orientation, development and implementation of programs; and for the continuous improvement of existing programs. The director will provide leadership and management for partnership and programs staff in all efforts of program development and management in response to new opportunities and/or needs of Canadian universities in the area of scholarships and exchanges.

This candidate profile describes the qualities which an “ideal” candidate would possess, it being recognized that they would not be all present in a single person. 

Education

  •  a university degree in any discipline, ideally with courses in international business and project management

Experience

  • extensive experience working proactively at the strategic level and in leading change in the development and delivery of programs
  • experience in creating and leading cohesive, client-focused and innovative teams responsible for programs 
  • experience in new business development and the proactive cultivation of funder and client relationships and stewardship 
  • experience in working with customers, governments and private sector funders in a not-for-profit setting 
  • experience working at the senior level with universities, colleges and other educational institutions 
  • success at managing multiple projects and processes; ability to identify urgent issues and respond using tact and persuasion, while effectively ensuring day-to-day operations continue to run smoothly 

Knowledge

  •  proven business skills in the following areas:  program development, negotiation, proposal writing, program management, market research, strategic planning, developing key performance indicators 
  • knowledge of the business, communications, marketing and sales skills and strategies needed to put together winning proposals and to lead teams to execute programs 
  • knowledge of the financial aspects of national or international programs, including the pricing of services and provision for overheads, contingencies and contributions, taking into account AUCC’s financial requirements and its financial and contract management systems 

Abilities

  • strong leadership skills, including visioning and direction setting and risk management 
  • ability to make strategic and timely decisions to ensure program sustainability, growth and success 
  • ability to establish goals, strategies and measurements in keeping with the mission of AUCC and Board and management guidelines 
  • ability to generate innovative ideas and solutions 
  • particular strength required in oral and written communications skills leading to winning proposals and presentations 
  • capacity to proactively build and cultivate relationships with diverse partners and a wide variety of clients 

Personal attributes

  • a strategic thinker able to lead change 
  • a leader of people, able to motivate them 
  • proven ability to set priorities, organize, plan and make choices in order to achieve success in revenue-generating activities, despite having modest resources 
  • demonstrated ability to interact effectively, productively and harmoniously with others and to build alliances with a variety of stakeholders 
  • good insight, ability to respond to changing circumstances 
  • very good analytical skills 
  • able to work independently,  knowing when to involve higher management on issues, and prepared to take initiatives without seeking detailed guidance 
  • good negotiating and representational skills to be able to attain AUCC’s objectives with funding organizations and partners 
  • bilingual candidate preferred 

This position has a hiring range of $94,180 to $112,118 (salary commensurate with education and experience). The full range of the position is $94,180 to $123,824. AUCC offers a comprehensive benefit package which includes four weeks of vacation (five weeks after two years of service for management positions), an attractive pension plan, and life, disability, medical and dental care insurance. 

Interested candidates are asked to submit their curriculum vitae to the Human Resources Service, AUCC, 350 Albert Street, 6th Floor, Ottawa, Ontario K1R 1B1 by May 6, 2013.  Fax number (613) 563-9745. Email address: careers@aucc.ca. 

While all responses will be appreciated and handled in strictest confidence, only those being considered for interviews will be acknowledged.

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Stagiaire à la traduction
(Mai à août 2013) 

L’Association des universités et collèges du Canada (AUCC) est l’organisation nationale non gouvernementale, à but non lucratif, qui représente 97 universités et collèges universitaires au Canada. Elle sert de forum de discussion et offre un cadre d’action sur la scène fédérale pour favoriser l’élaboration de politiques publiques en matière d’enseignement supérieur et de recherche universitaire, ainsi que la collaboration entre les universités et des partenaires avec lesquels elle a des intérêts communs. L’Association, qui accorde une très grande importance à la qualité des communications dans les deux langues officielles auprès de ses membres (les universités), du gouvernement et de la population, souhaite embaucher un stagiaire en traduction.  

Sous la supervision de la responsable du service de la traduction (traductrice agréée), et au sein d’une petite équipe de deux personnes, le stagiaire sera appelé à traduire de l’anglais vers le français, à effectuer de la recherche terminologique, ainsi qu’à se familiariser avec les outils d’aide à la traduction et le fonctionnement d’un service de traduction. Les textes à traduire sont de nature spécialisée et touchent le milieu universitaire et la recherche, les relations avec les gouvernements, les relations internationales, les bourses d’études, l’actualité universitaire et divers aspects de l’administration de l’Association. Ils se présentent entre autres sous la forme de publications, de communiqués de presse, de rapports, de sites Web et de lettres. Le service de traduction de l’AUCC effectue la traduction et la révision de plus de 500 000 mots par année. 

Études et expérience

  • Baccalauréat spécialisé en traduction en cours (troisième ou quatrième année)
  • Expérience dans un poste comportant des responsabilités comparables 

Connaissances 

  • Excellente maîtrise du français et connaissance approfondie de l’anglais
  • Sens de l’organisation
  • Connaissances pertinentes en informatique
  • Connaissance des principales banques terminologiques et des principaux outils de traduction 

Compétences et qualités 

  • Pouvoir travailler de manière autonome ou en équipe et avoir de l’initiative
  • Savoir communiquer avec la clientèle et établir des priorités en fonction de la charge de travail
  • Faire preuve de jugement, d’un grand souci de la qualité et de minutie 

Le taux horaire se situe entre 17 $ à 18 $ selon l’expérience. 

Les candidats intéressés devront faire parvenir leur curriculum vitae d’ici le 10 mai 2013 au Service des ressources humaines, AUCC, 350, rue Albert, 6e étage, Ottawa (Ontario)  K1R 1B1; par télécopieur au 613 563-9745; ou par courriel à emplois@aucc.ca. 

Nota : Dans le présent document, le masculin est utilisé sans aucune discrimination dans le but d’alléger le texte.

Toutes les réponses qui nous parviendront seront prises en consideration et traitées dans la plus stricte confidentialité, mais seules les candidatures retenues pour l’entrevue feront l’objet d’un accusé reception.