President

About the Company

Pioneering public university

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1911

Employees
1001-5000

Categories

- Education
- Wilfred Laurier University

Specialties

- arts & social sciences
- business & economics
- music
- science
- social work
- education
- and theology

About the Role

The Company is seeking a visionary and collaborative leader to serve as its President and Vice-Chancellor. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining and advancing an ambitious institutional vision that aligns with the company's strategic priorities. This role involves inspiring the community towards growth, influence, and impact, and championing a future-focused agenda that anticipates and responds to societal, technological, and economic change. The President will also be the principal ambassador, elevating the company's profile and strengthening its reputation through the cultivation of strategic relationships. A deep commitment to inclusivity, accessibility, academic freedom, and an exceptional student experience is essential.





Applicants for the President and Vice-Chancellor position at the company should be established academic leaders with a strong record of scholarly achievement and senior leadership within a complex, publicly funded post-secondary institution. The role requires a leader with a robust orientation to long-term strategy, decisive leadership, and the ability to navigate complexity with transparency and sound judgment. The ideal candidate will be an inspiring mentor, dedicated to the student experience, and committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and Indigenous engagement. They must be authentic, accessible, and highly visible, with the ability to build and sustain trusted relationships across the university community. The President will work closely with the senior leadership team, Senate, faculty, staff, students, alumni, and external partners to ensure the company's continued resilience, aspiration, and success.

Hiring Manager Title
Chair of the Board of Governors

Functions

- CEO/President

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