Who we are

At Yorkville University and Toronto Film School, we believe education is more than the pursuit of knowledge – it is a catalyst for transformation. Our mission, grounded in democratizing education, is to create access for learners from every background and empower them to achieve their aspirations and advance their careers.

We are committed to delivering rigorous, flexible programs that are both personally fulfilling and professionally rewarding, while contributing to the betterment of society. Since 2004, Yorkville has been among Canada’s few private, for-profit, fully accredited degree-granting universities, with campuses in Ontario, British Columbia, and Recent Brunswick. Together with Toronto Film School,

we offer
creative and academic pathways at both the college and university levels, cultivating a multidisciplinary environment where innovation and the arts converge.

Our community is vibrant and diverse. Many of our learners are adults balancing education with careers and personal commitments. Every member of our team – whether in teaching, operations, or technology – is dedicated to removing barriers and expanding access. Together, we deliver flexible, industry-informed learning that leads to meaningful opportunities.

At our core is human connection – guiding people to reimagine their futures in a community defined by opportunity, creativity, and growth.

Who we need

Reporting to the Director, New Program Development, we are looking for a Project Manager, Academic New Program Development. As our new Project Manager, you will play a critical role in Yorkville’s growth strategy, leading the development and launch of new programs from initial planning and proposal development through government approval, launch,



and project close. You will manage multiple concurrent projects, lead cross-functional collaboration, navigate regulatory requirements, and work with senior internal and external stakeholders to keep complex initiatives moving forward. You will bring structure, sound judgment, and momentum to each project while contributing to the continuous improvement of project management processes and best practices.

This is a full-time, one-year contract role, working onsite three days per week at our downtown Toronto campus, until spring 2027 and then from our 120 Bloor Street West location.

What is in it for you

Impact. You will help bring new programs to life at an institution that supports over 1,000 faculty and staff and impacts 17,000 students across three provinces. You will take ownership of projects across the full new program development lifecycle, helping move new programs from initial planning and proposal development through government approval and launch. You will also contribute to improving the processes and best practices that support Yorkville’s continued growth.

Ownership and exposure. You will manage multiple complex projects at once, working across academic and business teams and with senior leaders, external experts, and regulatory stakeholders. You will have the autonomy to bring structure to evolving priorities,



navigate challenges, influence without direct authority, and keep high-visibility initiatives moving forward.

Professional growth. You will deepen your project management expertise in a complex, highly regulated environment, gaining exposure to academic program development, government submissions, cross-functional leadership, and continuous improvement. This is an opportunity to broaden the scope of projects and interest holders you manage while strengthening your ability to lead complex initiatives from development through launch.

As our Project Manager, Academic New Program Development, you will:

- Lead projects from development through launch. You will take ownership of multiple concurrent new program development projects across the full lifecycle, from initiation and planning through proposal development, government review and approval, launch, and project close. You will develop and manage project plans, timelines, resources, dependencies, and deliverables, keeping work moving forward across multiple priorities.
- Lead cross-functional collaboration. You will bring together stakeholders across academic and business teams to drive projects forward, establish clarity around responsibilities and next steps, and maintain alignment throughout the project lifecycle. You will facilitate effective meetings, navigate competing priorities and perspectives, and influence stakeholders at all levels without direct authority.
- Navigate approvals and regulatory requirements. You will lead the development of new program proposals for internal governing bodies and relevant provincial ministries. Working closely with internal teams, subject mat

📌 Project Manager, Academic New Program Development (Toronto)
🏢 Yorkville University
📍 Toronto