Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Training Portfolio Manager

Research Project Dallaire Institute for Children, Peace and Security

Department/Unit Dallaire Institute for Children, Peace and Security

Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number S266-26

Employee Group Grant-Paid (non-union)

Position Type Term

Duration of Contract (if applicable) 1 year

Employment Type Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0

Salary $71,000 - $77,000 per annum, 35 hours per week

Classification

Provisional Statement

About Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary The Roméo Dallaire Child Soldiers Initiative (Dallaire Initiative) was established in 2007 by retired Lieutenant-General the Honourable Roméo Dallaire, former Force Commander of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Rwanda ( UNAMIR ). Our mission is to develop new strategies and tactics to progressively end the recruitment and use of children as soldiers worldwide. As of April 2020, the Dallaire Initiative has now become the Dallaire Institute for Children, Peace and Security. reporting to theDirector of Research and Knowledge Mobilization, the Training Portfolio Manager is responsible for overseeing the design, quality assurance,coordination, and continuous improvement of the Dallaire Institute’s training portfolio.

Theposition establishes and maintains systems, standards, and processes that ensure the consistentdevelopment, contextualization, delivery, and evaluation of high-quality curriculum and trainingactivities across the Institute.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the design, adaptation, review, and continuous improvement of training curricula, materials, and instructional resources to support the Institute’s global training portfolio.
- Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance systems, standards, processes, and tools to support effective curriculum development, trainer selection, and training delivery.
- Coordinate training operations, including trainer assignments, resource allocation, training schedules, contracts, and the provision of materials to ensure successful programme delivery.
- Manage and support the Institute’s network of trainers by overseeing recruitment, onboarding, engagement, record management, and ongoing coordination activities.




- Facilitate collaboration and communication across regional offices, trainers, partners, and internal teams to strengthen training delivery, readiness, and operational effectiveness.
- Analyse feedback, performance data, and evaluation findings to identify improvement opportunities, implement enhancements, and support organisational learning and strategic priorities.

Note The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work from within Nova Scotia) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.

Required Qualifications

- Undergraduate degree with three years’ experience in in curriculum development, trainingmanagement, learning and development, or a related field (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).

- Demonstrated experience coordinating complex training, education, or capacity-building initiatives involving multiple stakeholders, partners, consultants, and geographically dispersed teams.
- Experience designing, adapting, reviewing, and maintaining training curricula, learning materials, and instructional resources.
- Strong project planning, coordination, and organizational skills, with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to facilitate meetings, workshops, and training sessions and collaborate effectively across multicultural and multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and collaboration platforms, combined with a demonstrated interest in international peace and security, humanitarian action, child protection, education, or related fields.

Assets

- Graduate or qualified degree in education, instructional design, adult learning, international development, peace and conflict studies, security studies, public administration, organizational development, or another relevant discipline.
- Certification or formal training in project management, instructional design, adult education, or learning and development.
- Experience coordinating with high-level partners, consultants, subject matter experts, or external service providers.
- Experience using monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning ( MEAL ) findings to improve programmes or curriculum.




- Experience with learning management systems ( LMS ), online learning platforms, or digital learning technologies.
- Professional working proficiency in French, Spanish, Portuguese, or another language relevant to the Institute’s work.

Job Competencies The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core and leadership competencies, in particular:

- Respect & Inclusion
- Adaptability
- Knowledge & Thinking Skills
- Communication
- Service

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a voluntary RRSP , health and dental plans, a wellness allowance, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.

Application Consideration

Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration.

Full-time students currently enrolled at an educational institution are not eligible for regular Grant-Paid positions.

We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above.

For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please review our Employment Equity information.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance.

Dalhousie

University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here .

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1

Open Date 08/18/2026

Close Date 08/25/2026

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/21998

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