Job Summary Dalhousie University, under the leadership of the Vice-President Research & Innovation, administers over $270M annually in research funding.

Reporting to the Managing Director, Research Services, the Manager, Strategic Operations Grants and Contracts provides strategic leadership to assess complex processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement solutions that enhance workflows and service delivery to Dalhousie’s research community.

Key Responsibilities Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency within the Grants and Contracts unit, and across ORS more broadly.

Develop and implement new systems and technologies to enhance productivity and improved delivery of service.

Lead the operational planning process, promotion of research funding opportunities available to researchers at Dalhousie, and establish and monitor performance metrics.

Oversee the organization, submission and tracking of research grant applications, including individual, multi-researcher and multi-institutional applications.

Advise researchers, faculty leaders, and administrators on research funding opportunities, grant development, agency requirements, and research policies.

Ensure research applications comply with University and funding agency policies and procedures, liaising with other units within and outside Research and Innovation to support knowledge sharing, integration of processes, and coordination of educational materials and systems for the research community.

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 Master’s degree with a minimum of five years’ experience in a management or leadership role in a research environment (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).

Demonstrated experience leading operational planning for high-performing teams in a complex organizational environment.

Demonstrated experience in the development and implementation of systems, processes, and technologies to enhance productivity and improved delivery of service.

Demonstrated ability to think strategically, develop new initiatives, and implement process and service improvements.

Robust judgment, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with researchers, administrators, and senior leaders.

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Assets Knowledge of the research funding environment, including funding programs, funding agencies, research administration practices, and the interpretation and application of research-related policies, is considered an asset.





Job Competencies The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s and competencies, in particular: - Self-Awareness & Professionalism - Integrity - Respect & Inclusion - Adaptability - Knowledge & Thinking Skills Additional Information Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle.

Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, 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.

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.

📌 Manager, Strategic Operations Grants and Contracts (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Dalhousie University
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality