Job Description

Who We Are

SFU Lifelong Learning, which encompasses SFU Continuing Studies and the SFU English Language and Culture Program, strives to be the leading provider of flexible, responsive education in British Columbia and beyond. In addition to offering noncredit courses and programs for professional and personal development, we engage the community in lifelong learning through a variety of public activities and events.

As we work to transform, empower and mobilize learners for life in a changing world, we remain nimble, curious and ready to adapt to evolving needs. We continuously learn and find new ways of doing things, and are committed to fostering a culture where equity, diversity, inclusion and decolonization underpin all our work.

About the Role

The Program Manager assumes administrative responsibility for the management of the Creative Writing Program and assists in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of the Creative Writing Program in Lifelong Learning. The Creative Writing Program is made up of The Writer\xe2\x80\x99s Studio, community outreach initiatives, and individual courses, workshops and events. The Program Manager participates in the Program\xe2\x80\x99s budget development process and financial management. The incumbent promotes the Creative Writing Program by developing and implementing marketing strategies, forming community partnerships, and coordinating community events and publications, including "emerge: The Writer\'s Studio Anthology". The Program Manager works collaboratively with the Associate Director, course instructors and participants, University, faculty, visiting lecturers, students, and members of professional associations and the community, and Lifelong Learning colleagues to ensure the objectives of the Program are met.

The ideal candidate has excellent knowledge of the literary arts, creative writing curriculum, the current publishing landscape, and the needs of emerging writers.

Qualifications

Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Arts, Social Sciences, or a relevant discipline and four years of experience, including administrative experience in the area of adult education programming, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Good knowledge of post-secondary programs, policies and procedures.
• Excellent program and project management skills.
• Excellent financial administration, personnel management and leadership skills.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills (both oral and written).
• Excellent organizational, analytical reasoning, problem-solving, and conflict management skills.
• Ability to accomplish objectives, set priorities, work within timelines and budgets, and organize administrative systems and procedures.
• Ability to successfully develop and implement effective marketing strategies.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative partnerships and collegial relationships with faculty and department representatives, community groups, government, professional, and industry representatives.
• Ability to provide support in the design and implementation of strategies that promote justice, equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment exercising mature judgment.
• Proficient in the use of standard office, web and graphics software applications (e.g., Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, etc.), and enrolment systems.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer temporary employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

• 8% vacation pay
• Employer paid extended health & dental plans
• Professional development funds (minimum contract period of 1 year)
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions

Additional Information

The assignment end date is Oct 16, 2023.

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact .

Simon Fraser University