2526-321 - Project Manager, Workforce Development (CL6) - Central Office

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The Opportunity

The Project Manager is responsible for the management of medium-to-large-scale project(s) which includes managing project resources and partners, responsible for coordination, implementation, execution, control, and completion of specific projects ensuring consistency with organizational and unit strategy, commitments, and goals. Project(s) are typically externally funded and often require the complex coordination of many internal and external partners.

Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

• The minimum educational qualification for this position is post-secondary education ideally in Education, Business or related community development activity.

• You have a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in planning and project coordination/management. Most recent experience includes post-secondary.

• Experience with project management tools and methods.

• Experience functionally leading teams or project teams.

• Demonstrated experience in developing programs and processes.

• Experience in presentation/facilitation.

• Experience in hiring and managing faculty and staff.

• Knowledge of and/or experience in finance and accounting principles would be considered an asset (including, but not limited to: project accounting, budgeting and projection, financial monitoring and analysis).

• Experience and comfort with using computer applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite, E-mail, and web-based applications. Knowledge of PeopleSoft and COGNOS is considered an asset.

• You have experience in training/facilitation preparation, delivery and evaluation.

Relevant Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, analytical, presentation and critical thinking skills;
• Proven records and information management skills and abilities, including an above-average attention to detail for ensuring comprehensive, accurate, and up-to-date project files;
• Demonstrated ability to build mutually-productive relationships and interact with senior management and key partner groups;
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively at all levels of an organization;
• Ability to operate independently and exercise sound judgement;
• Demonstrated ability to research issues, identify trends and relevant topics, develop programs and plans that reflect research findings;
• Understanding of organizational interdependencies, interfaces and processes;
• Ability to develop flexible and creative solutions to meet business needs;
• Adaptable and able to learn new skills;
• Knowledge of learning-centred concepts and college priorities;
• The ability to work effectively in a team environment

We value Diversity and Inclusion

The College values diversity and inclusion and is committed to employment equity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including Aboriginal/Indigenous Persons, Black/African Nova Scotians, members of racially visible communities, persons with disabilities, persons of a minority sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, and women. Applicants from these communities wishing to self-identify may do so by completing the online questionnaire within the application.

NSCC is organized into five campus regions and three stand-alone campuses. Each region and stand-alone campus is led by a designated Principal and regional management team which supports NSCC's commitment to accessible, high-quality education across the province.

• Eastern Region: Includes Pictou Campus, Strait Area Campus, and Wagmatcook Learning Centre
• Northern Region: Includes Truro Campus, Cumberland Campus, and Amherst Learning Centre
• Metro Region: Includes Akerley Campus and IT Campus
• Southwest Region: Includes Lunenburg, Shelburne, Burridge Campuses, and Digby Learning Centre
• Valley Region: Includes Kingstec Campus, Annapolis Valley Campus, and the Centre of Geographic Sciences (COGS)

Stand-Alone Campuses:

• Ivany Campus
• Sydney Waterfront Campus
• eCampus

All NSCC positions are advertised every Tuesday and Thursday. To learn more about us and our hiring process, please follow this link.

Candidates selected for interviews will be expected to provide at least three recent, occupational references. The successful candidate will be expected to provide official transcripts to show proof of academic achievements.

NSCC is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. As part of this commitment, NSCC will ensure that applicants are provided reasonable accommodations, as required. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact Nikki Berrigan, HR Generalist at [email protected]. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here.

Unfortunately, we cannot accept late or paper applications.