Note: Hiring is conditional upon the approval of this program.

Note: 1 vacancy available. This position is deemed a critical vacancy.

Why this Role is Important
The Program Manager, reporting to the Project’s Senior Leader, is accountable for identifying, developing, marketing, staffing, supporting and evaluating a number of courses, programs and services offered by the project. The Program Manager is responsible for the effective operation and delivery of courses/programs within the project by working closely with the Executive Director, program coordinators, professors and support staff within the project as well as other college employees and external stakeholders and partners. The College is committed to the safety and well-being of all staff, students and visitors. In order to achieve this objective, employees are required to be active in health and safety and incident prevention by adhering to procedures and safe work practices as required by the corporate health and safety management system, and in accordance with relevant Health and Safety legislation and regulations.

How You’ll Make An Impact
Planning and Organizing

Conducts current needs analysis, competitive analysis and reviews educational trends

Identifies new course/program opportunities

Develops, reviews and maintains curriculum

Establishes student admission/readmission criteria

Assesses and makes recommendations to support the delivery of the programs such as facilities, instructional equipment, computer applications and services

Liaises with other divisions and departments such as Continuing Education, Co-op Education, Marketing and Communication, IT Services and Facilities Management

Conducts student relations activities including advising/responding to potential students regarding course selections and pre-requisites

Manages the operation of some project programs, including the identification of the types of courses and the most effective methods of delivering those courses to meet the needs of the college community.

Marketing/Partnerships

Identifies and implements strategies to promote individual programs and courses





Identifies new target markets for special programming

Assists in identifying new trends in the marketplace related to the development of new technologies

Maintains and develops articulation agreements with other educational institutions and partnership agreements with business associations and not-for-profit organizations

General Administration

Ensures that the project budget is used effectively by optimal use of human, fiscal and physical resources; plans and controls some budgetary operations.

Manages day-to-day activity of some staff and faculty; determines work priorities and assignments.

Maintains a high level of performance through recruiting, selecting, training, developing and evaluating some faculty and staff.

Participates in the establishment of enrollment targets and continually monitors budget data

Works with Executive Director and Operations Manager in developing programs costing for new initiatives both long and short term

Other duties as assigned

What You’ll Bring

Post‑secondary 3‑year degree in Business or Commerce

Master’s degree in a related field and/or BED or MED is an asset

Minimum 7 years’ experience in an academic setting and/or business experience in marketing, sales, and corporate communications

Supervisory experience would be an asset

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Related experience within an academic setting including post‑secondary teaching and curriculum development and design

Demonstrated marketing ability with excellent problem‑solving, negotiation and communication skills

Demonstrated administrative background including budget responsibilities and supervisory responsibilities

Must have excellent interpersonal and organization skills,



computer skills

Project/operational management, leadership and supervisory skills

Ability to foster a team‑based approach to operational planning and problem‑solving

What This Prospect Offers

Comprehensive Pension & Benefits: Join a defined‑benefit pension plan (through the CAAT Pension Plan) that delivers predictable lifetime retirement income, plus dental, disability, travel insurance and extended health coverage.

Vacation: Enjoy paid time off and benefit from a scheduled holiday closure that offers additional rest and time with family during the winter season

Tuition & Professional Development: Continue your learning journey — eligible employees and their dependents can take select Fanshawe programs or courses at a reduced cost

Inclusive, Meaningful Campus environment: Work alongside passionate colleagues in an inclusive culture that values diversity, drives student success, and connects you to the local community and campus life.

Educational Credentials
While transcripts are not required for the interview, they are mandatory as a condition of employment.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Fanshawe College is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equity, value diversity, and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Accommodation
Fanshawe College provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, the hiring manager and the recruiter leading the recruitment will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant’s accommodation needs. Accommodation requests per the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act can be emailed to: [email protected]

Land Acknowledgement
Fanshawe College would like to acknowledge and honour the Anishinaabe, Lotinuhsyuní and Lenape people of southwestern Ontario as the traditional owners and custodians of the lands and waterways where Fanshawe College is located.

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📌 Program Manager, Simcoe County, CAF - Fanshawe (Ontario)
🏢 Fanshawe College
📍 Ontario