Job Description

Organizational Unit
University of Victoria -> Island Medical Program
Location
University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)

Posting Close Date
23 November 2025
Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.
FTE
1.0
Salary Grade
$115,274.00 - $165,707.00
Additional Posting Information
N/A
Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.
Classification
ME12
Employee Group:
Management Excluded - Continuing
# of Hires Needed
1
Category
Administrative and Support Services
About this Opportunity
The University of Victoria is one of Victoria's largest employers and one of Canada's best diversity employers. Together we are more than 5,000 dedicated faculty, librarians and staff supporting the University of Victoria's diverse academic programs, world-class research and commitment to civic engagement.


As part of your application, please include a cover letter that demonstrates your interest in this position and your relevant experience.

This position is eligible for a Hybrid Work Arrangement

An employee in this classification is excluded from the bargaining unit as defined in the Labour Relations Code.

The salary range for this position is:

Recruitment range: $115,274 - $144,093

maximum starting salary is determined through knowledge, experience and internal equity.

Performance range: $165,707

salary range ceiling is available through annual performance increases.

Job Summary
The UBC Faculty of Medicine activities through the Vancouver Island region includes medical and health professions education and research located on the ancestral, unceded, and traditional territories of the Coast Salish, Nuu-chah-nulth, and Kwakwaka'wakw peoples.


The Island Medical Program (IMP) is a regional education site for the Faculty of Medicine's distributed MD Undergraduate Program (MDUP). The distributed education model is delivered through four regional sites: the Northern Medical Program (NMP), based at the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George; the Southern Medical Program (SMP), based at the University of British Columbia Okanagan Campus in Kelowna; the Vancouver Fraser Medical Program (VFMP), based at University of British Columbia Vancouver Campus.


The development, implementation and management of the IMP is an innovative collaboration amongst the University of Victoria (UVic), the University of British Columbia (UBC) and Island Health (IH) with a mandate to provide medical education training to medical students through the IMP, and to support resident training through the postgraduate programs situated on Vancouver Island. Building on the success of the distributed model for medical education, the UBC Faculty of Medicine also distributes health professional programs, e.g., the Master of Physical Therapy and the Masters of Speech Language Pathology in collaboration with the University of Victoria and Island Health. The Regional Associate Dean Vancouver Island's office enhances UVic's existing health and health-related programs and offers opportunities for Vancouver Island based students to study medicine and health professional programs locally.


The IMP has a mandate to engage in and collaborate with partners in health sciences related research, including supporting UBC academic and clinical physicians engaged in research on Vancouver Island and providing research opportunities to medical learners.

Mandate:

The Regional Director of Administration (RDA) provides strategic and operational leadership to ensure the effective administration of the regional site in support of its academic, research and community missions. Working in close partnership with the Regional Associate Dean and Senior Director, the RDA advances institutional priorities through the integrated management of administrative functions, fostering operational excellence, accountability, and a supportive environment for learners, faculty and staff.


The RDA also works in collaboration with the Senior Management team at the University of Victoria, and with the Senior Administrative Management team within the Faculty of Medicine at the University of British Columbia.

Objective:

The Regional Director of Administration, Vancouver Island oversees and coordinates the full spectrum of administrative services that enable the successful delivery of UBC Faculty of Medicine education and research programs on Vancouver Island. Key areas of responsibility include strategic planning and operations, financial management, human resources, facilities and space management, policy development and compliance, internal and external relations and learner and program support. The role ensures that administrative systems and resources are aligned to institutional goals, meet accreditation standards, responsive to regional needs, and positioned to sustain program quality and growth.


Job Requirements
A university degree in business administration, management, education administration or a related field and a minimum of 7 to 10 years of progressive leadership experience in complex academic, healthcare, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Demonstrated experience in financial management, human resources, and operational oversight, working with interdisciplinary teams. Formal project management training will be an asset as will an understanding of change management and conflict resolution principles. Ongoing professional development will be required to meet evolving operational requirements or complexities. Exceptional communication, relationship management and strategic planning skills. Proven ability to lead through influence, manage change, and foster collaboration across diverse groups.

Desired knowledge, skills, abilities, or experiences:

Strategic planning and analytical thinking Leadership and team development, including competency at leading a large interdisciplinary team with tact and diplomacy Financial and operational acumen, including excellent organizational skills Change and project management Interested parties' engagement and communication Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion Ability to develop, mentor, and coach staff with an eye towards succession planning Skilled in conflict resolution Superior written and oral communication skills coupled with the ability to write/edit high quality business documents Ability to work across various institutional guidelines, policies and procedures Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Comfortable working in ambiguity

Occasional travel to other local sites as well as to Vancouver, Prince George and Kelowna may be required.


This position involves frequent periods of high volume work related to program and committee responsibilities with 2-4 hours of intense concentration each day and tight, non-negotiable deadlines.

Territory Acknowledgement:

We acknowledge and respect the L?k?????n (Songhees and X?seps?m/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the L?k?????n and WSANE? Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Equity Statement:

UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and human rights in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically marginalized groups.


Read our full equity statement here: www.uvic.ca/equitystatement.

Accessibility Statement:

If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact: uviccareers@uvic.ca Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

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