Chief Strategy & Enrolment Officer
Glenlyon Norfolk School | Victoria, British Columbia
An exceptional opportunity to shape the future of one of Canada's leading independent schools.
Glenlyon Norfolk School (GNS) is seeking an accomplished, forward-thinking and entrepreneurial leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as our Chief Strategy and Enrolment Officer (CSEO).
This is more than an admissions leadership position. It is an opportunity for an exceptional strategist, relationship builder and organizational leader to help shape the future of GNS, strengthen our position in an evolving educational landscape and advance our long-term strategic priorities.
We are looking for someone who brings fresh perspectives, entrepreneurial thinking, demonstrated leadership and a genuine passion for education. Someone who sees opportunities where others see challenges, understands the importance of exceptional relationships and knows how to translate ambitious ideas into measurable results.
About Glenlyon Norfolk School
Established in 1913, GNS is a co-educational, not-for-profit International Baccalaureate (IB) World Continuum School serving students from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12 on two beautiful campuses in Victoria, British Columbia.
We provide an exceptional educational experience for students, emphasizing robust academics, healthy social and emotional development, and inquiry-based, student-centred learning within a supportive community. Grounded in our five core values—Truth, Courage, Caring, Individuality and Community we are committed to empowering students to do their best through truth and courage in learning and in life.
Guided by our Momentum strategic directions,
GNS is entering an exciting chapter of innovation and growth. With distinctive day and boarding programs, personalized learning pathways and ambitious campus renewal plans we are building on a strong foundation to shape the school's future.
The Chance
Reporting directly to the Head of School. the CSEO will provide executive leadership in advancing a comprehensive, data-informed enrolment strategy that strengthens demand, expands our reach and supports the long-term sustainability of GNS.
Working collaboratively across the school, you will:
- Lead strategic growth: Develop and execute a multi-year enrolment strategy, identify emerging opportunities and strengthen GNS's competitive position across domestic, international and boarding markets.
- Elevate the family experience: Champion a personalized, relationship-centred approach to admissions, engagement and retention that fosters meaningful and lasting connections with families.
- Drive informed decision-making: Leverage market intelligence, financial insights and performance data to guide strategic priorities, enrolment planning and organizational growth.
- Strengthen institutional partnerships: Collaborate with academic and operational leaders, Marketing and Communications, and Advancement to align enrolment priorities with the school's broader strategic direction.
- Inspire high performance:
Lead and develop a talented Admissions team fostering innovation, collaboration, accountability and a commitment to exceptional service.
As a trusted strategic partner to the Head of School and an active member of the Senior Leadership Team you will help influence decisions that extend beyond enrolment and contribute to the overall success of GNS Working closely with Advancement and Marketing and Communications you will strengthen strategic alignment across these functions recognizing the key connections between enrolment reputation philanthropy and community engagement.
As GNS continues to evolve this role offers the potential to contribute to a broader more integrated approach to institutional strategy and advancement We are seeking a leader who is energized by this opportunity and brings the vision adaptability and ambition to grow alongside the school and help shape its future.
What We're Looking For
We are seeking an accomplished and engaging executive who combines strategic vision and commercial acumen with exceptional interpersonal skills sound judgment and a genuine passion for education.
The ideal candidate will bring:
- Significant progressive senior leadership experience in enrolment management strategic growth business development marketing constituent engagement or a related field with demonstrated success delivering measurable results.
- Proven ability to develop and execute strategies identify growth opportunities and translate complex financial and market information into informed decisions.
- Exceptional relationship-building communication and influencing skills complemented by personal warmth authenticity and emotional intelligence.
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