Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:Date Posted:
10/30/2026Req ID:
50878Faculty/Division:
Temerty Faculty of MedicineDepartment:
Office of the DeanCampus:
St. George (Downtown Toronto)Existing Vacancy:
YesDescription:

About Us

The Temerty Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto is at the centre of one of North America’s largest biomedical research, education and clinical care networks. With 14 fully affiliated research-intensive hospitals — and dozens more community and clinical care sites — Temerty Medicine offers unparalleled opportunities in Canada’s most dynamic city for our more than 9,000 faculty and staff and 7,000 learners at all levels.
Your Opportunity
As Director, Office of the Dean, you will serve as the central catalyst for key initiatives and strategic priorities within the Temerty Faculty of Medicine. Reporting directly to the Dean, you will maintain an integrated view of Faculty-wide priorities, monitor progress against established plans, identify interdependencies and risks, and provide expert research, analysis, and strategic advice to inform decision-making and ensure timely implementation. You will lead high-priority projects, oversee cross-portfolio alignment, and facilitate strategic engagement on government and international relations. Acting as a principal advisor and representative for the Dean, you will liaise with senior academic, hospital and external partners to advance strategic commitments and resolve complex issues. Through exceptional emotional intelligence and forward-thinking problem-solving, you will guide a talented team in managing the operational infrastructure and business systems of the Office of the Dean, elevating service delivery across all decanal portfolios.
Essential Qualifications




Master’s Degree in a related field or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experienceA minimum of five (5) years of progressive senior administrative experience, with a proven track record of delivering exceptional service and support in a complex, decentralized environmentExperience contributing to government relations and strategic partnerships to align institutional priorities, expand advocacy networks and secure public fundingExperience providing consultation on international strategies and partnerships, including aligning global priorities across partner networks, negotiating MOUs, managing high-level visits, and advancing global engagementExperience leading cross-functional teams and project groups, coordinating internal and external partners and building collaborative relationships across all organizational levelsDemonstrated experience in scoping and managing complex projects, leading successful change initiatives, and developing strategic plans, proposals, briefing materials, and performance measuresExperience drafting high-level briefing notes and proposals, and providing expert guidance to senior leaders on the development of briefs, policy documents, and executive materialsStrong financial acumen, including financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting experienceExperience developing high functioning teams, including a proven track record of success in leading and mentoring staffProven commitment to equity,



diversity and inclusivityStrong technical skills, including a facility for working with project management and AI tools and keeping current with current and emerging technologiesProven leadership and management skills, including outstanding interpersonal, communication and presentation skillsHighly professional demeanor with exceptional interpersonal and collaborative skillsAdvanced consulting skills, with the ability to work across the organization to influence decisions for a positive outcomeStrong ability to demonstrate political astuteness, exercise sound judgement, maintain discretion and manage confidential information that has legal and labour relations implicationsSuperior planning and project management skills with a focus on executing and competing tasks under pressure and within tight deadlinesAbility to maintain a broad perspective, and the ability to foster and maintain effective relationships with all levels of faculty, staff, learners, senior administrators and external stakeholdersAssets
In-depth understanding of University organizational structures, governance frameworks, and the priorities of the Temerty Faculty of MedicineClosing Date: 11/13/2026,11:59PM ETEmployee Group:
SalariedPersonnel Subarea: PMAppointment Type : Budget
- ContinuingSchedule:
Full-TimePay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: PM 5 -
- Hiring Zone: $125,319
- $146,206 -
- Broadband Salary Range: $125,319
- $208,864Job Category:
Administrative / ManagerialDiversity Statement
The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from I

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