Role Responsibilities Reporting to the Director, International and Industry Collaboration, the Manager, International, Industry and Compliance provides oversight and leadership for operational policy, designation and compliance activities, grant administration, and supports unit planning and reporting.

This position supports the implementation of Advanced Education’s international education policy, including work related to the Alberta Designation Requirements, international education and work-integrated learning grants, and collaboration with post-secondary, industry, intergovernmental, and federal partners.

Key responsibilities of this position include: Alberta Designation Requirements operations and compliance: Lead the design, implementation, and operation of Alberta’s Provincial Attestation Letter portal; oversee operational policy, designation, and compliance activities under the Alberta Designation Requirements; liaise with federal partners, designated learning institutions, and related branches to support operation of the International Student Program in Alberta; and identify policy risks, issues, and mitigation options.

Issues management and stakeholder relations: Provide direction to staff to support unit objectives, manage operational issues and stakeholder concerns,



oversee analysis of emerging trends and risks, and develop materials and advice to support relationships with institutions, industry associations, federal partners, and other jurisdictions.

Industry collaboration and grant delivery: Work with engagement partners to gather industry perspectives; maintain strong relationships with stakeholders; identify opportunities to advance collaboration; strengthen linkages between post-secondary institutions, industry, and government; and oversee delivery of international education and work-integrated learning grants.

Planning, reporting, and branch support: Lead the development, analysis, drafting, coordination, and quality control of briefing materials and recommendations; support priority setting and operational planning; and ensure unit work aligns with ministry, division, and broader Government of Alberta direction.

Team leadership and staff development: Provide day-to-day direction, mentorship, workload management, performance support, and operational leadership to a team of skilled staff while promoting collaboration, cross-training, knowledge transfer, and a positive work environment.

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📌 Manager, International and Industry (Edmonton)
🏢 Government of Alberta
📍 Edmonton