Kingston Health Sciences Centre
Program Operational Director
Cardiac & Critical Care
Kingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC) Locations: Kingston General Hospital & Hotel Dieu Hospital, Kingston, Ontario Status: Full‑Time | Days Salary: $159,058.58 to $190,869.51 per annum + benefits/pension
About Kingston Health Sciences Centre
Kingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC) is a leading academic health sciences organization in Eastern Ontario, formed from the integration of Kingston General Hospital (KGH) and Hotel Dieu Hospital (HDH). KHSC is committed to delivering outstanding patient‑ and family‑centred care, advancing learning and research, and shaping the future of healthcare through innovation and collaboration.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Executive Director, Patient Care, the Program Operational Director (POD) is a senior clinical program leader responsible for operational leadership across the Cardiac & Critical Care portfolio at both Kingston General Hospital and Hotel Dieu Hospital.
Working in close partnership with the Program Medical Director (PMD) within a matrix reporting structure, the POD provides strategic and operational leadership to advance high‑quality, integrated, patient‑centred care. This role plays a key part in achieving KHSC’s strategic priorities while fostering collaboration, continuous improvement, and regional integration across complex clinical environments.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to patient and family‑centred care, equity and inclusion, and continuous quality improvement in all aspects of service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Corporate Leadership
Lead and inspire interdisciplinary teams in the delivery of safe, high‑quality care.
Assume primary responsibility for operational leadership of the clinical program in partnership with the Program Medical Director.
Advance integrated service improvement initiatives aligned with patient needs and organizational strategy.
Continuous Program Evaluation & Improvement
Plan, develop, evaluate, and continuously improve clinical operations and services, including budget and financial oversight.
Establish performance indicators aligned with benchmarks, standards, and corporate scorecards.
Foster a culture of inquiry, accountability, and continuous improvement across frontline teams and leadership.
Integration
Advance integration of clinical services across KGH and HDH through a complex cross‑organizational reporting matrix.
Navigate differing systems, supports, processes, and organizational cultures while driving efficiency and quality.
Apply strategic problem‑solving, collaboration, and diplomacy to improve patient‑centred outcomes within complex systems.
Strategic Program Development
Lead innovative, patient‑focused, and fiscally responsible program development aligned with the unique Mission, Vision, and Values of both KGH and HDH.
Identify and pursue new funding opportunities in collaboration with program leadership.
Develop comprehensive business cases and proposals for internal approval and external regional or provincial funding.
Regionalization
Represent KHSC in regional planning initiatives across the Ontario Health Team and beyond.
Contribute to the development of regional care models spanning the continuum of care.
Collaborate with regional partners to enhance patient care quality and system efficiencies.
Academic Advancement
Support KHSC’s academic mandate by promoting innovation, education, research, and dissemination of leading practices.
Facilitate teaching, publishing, and communication of program advancements internally and externally.
Basic Qualifications
Master’s degree in a healthcare discipline, business, or related field (completed or to be completed within 2–3 years)
Current member of a Regulated Health Care Profession
Significant, progressive leadership experience in a healthcare setting
Demonstrated strategic, analytical, and conceptual thinking at organizational, program, and operational levels
Broad knowledge of hospital structures, governance, operational policies, and decision‑making processes
Strong understanding of the healthcare system, including trends, legislation, and policy
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholder groups
Experience with leadership, quality improvement, and change management principles
Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated tact and diplomacy
Demonstrated ability to lead and influence teams through complex change while maintaining engagement and cohesion
Strong commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and creation of welcoming environments
Demonstrated commitment to patient‑centred care and KHSC’s Mission, Vision, Values, and strategic directions
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Successful completion of a criminal background check with vulnerable sector screening
Physical Requirements
The successful candidate must be able to meet the physical demands of the position.
Why Join KHSC?
Lead care delivery across two renowned academic hospital sites
Influence regional and provincial healthcare transformation
Collaborate with exceptional clinical, academic, and operational leaders
Make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes, system integration, and innovation
Program Operational Director
Cardiac & Critical Care
Kingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC) Locations: Kingston General Hospital & Hotel Dieu Hospital, Kingston, Ontario Status: Full‑Time | Days Salary: $159,058.58 to $190,869.51 per annum + benefits/pension
About Kingston Health Sciences Centre
Kingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC) is a leading academic health sciences organization in Eastern Ontario, formed from the integration of Kingston General Hospital (KGH) and Hotel Dieu Hospital (HDH). KHSC is committed to delivering outstanding patient‑ and family‑centred care, advancing learning and research, and shaping the future of healthcare through innovation and collaboration.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Executive Director, Patient Care, the Program Operational Director (POD) is a senior clinical program leader responsible for operational leadership across the Cardiac & Critical Care portfolio at both Kingston General Hospital and Hotel Dieu Hospital.
Working in close partnership with the Program Medical Director (PMD) within a matrix reporting structure, the POD provides strategic and operational leadership to advance high‑quality, integrated, patient‑centred care. This role plays a key part in achieving KHSC’s strategic priorities while fostering collaboration, continuous improvement, and regional integration across complex clinical environments.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to patient and family‑centred care, equity and inclusion, and continuous quality improvement in all aspects of service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Corporate Leadership
Lead and inspire interdisciplinary teams in the delivery of safe, high‑quality care.
Assume primary responsibility for operational leadership of the clinical program in partnership with the Program Medical Director.
Advance integrated service improvement initiatives aligned with patient needs and organizational strategy.
Continuous Program Evaluation & Improvement
Plan, develop, evaluate, and continuously improve clinical operations and services, including budget and financial oversight.
Establish performance indicators aligned with benchmarks, standards, and corporate scorecards.
Foster a culture of inquiry, accountability, and continuous improvement across frontline teams and leadership.
Integration
Advance integration of clinical services across KGH and HDH through a complex cross‑organizational reporting matrix.
Navigate differing systems, supports, processes, and organizational cultures while driving efficiency and quality.
Apply strategic problem‑solving, collaboration, and diplomacy to improve patient‑centred outcomes within complex systems.
Strategic Program Development
Lead innovative, patient‑focused, and fiscally responsible program development aligned with the unique Mission, Vision, and Values of both KGH and HDH.
Identify and pursue new funding opportunities in collaboration with program leadership.
Develop comprehensive business cases and proposals for internal approval and external regional or provincial funding.
Regionalization
Represent KHSC in regional planning initiatives across the Ontario Health Team and beyond.
Contribute to the development of regional care models spanning the continuum of care.
Collaborate with regional partners to enhance patient care quality and system efficiencies.
Academic Advancement
Support KHSC’s academic mandate by promoting innovation, education, research, and dissemination of leading practices.
Facilitate teaching, publishing, and communication of program advancements internally and externally.
Basic Qualifications
Master’s degree in a healthcare discipline, business, or related field (completed or to be completed within 2–3 years)
Current member of a Regulated Health Care Profession
Significant, progressive leadership experience in a healthcare setting
Demonstrated strategic, analytical, and conceptual thinking at organizational, program, and operational levels
Broad knowledge of hospital structures, governance, operational policies, and decision‑making processes
Strong understanding of the healthcare system, including trends, legislation, and policy
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholder groups
Experience with leadership, quality improvement, and change management principles
Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated tact and diplomacy
Demonstrated ability to lead and influence teams through complex change while maintaining engagement and cohesion
Strong commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and creation of welcoming environments
Demonstrated commitment to patient‑centred care and KHSC’s Mission, Vision, Values, and strategic directions
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Successful completion of a criminal background check with vulnerable sector screening
Physical Requirements
The successful candidate must be able to meet the physical demands of the position.
Why Join KHSC?
Lead care delivery across two renowned academic hospital sites
Influence regional and provincial healthcare transformation
Collaborate with exceptional clinical, academic, and operational leaders
Make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes, system integration, and innovation
Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare
Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is a multi-site organization that includes the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital Site and the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital Site, and together we provide outstanding, integrated care to support people in living their healthiest lives.
This role involves delivering evidence-based assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation services while collaborating closely with an interdisciplinary healthcare team. You'll work closely with other physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and PTA/OTA's across our hospitals. Our care team provides support across the following programs:
ICU/ Acute Care/ Acute Stroke Unit
General Rehab/ Stroke Rehab/ Complex Continuing Care
Outpatient Total Joint Replacement/ Outpatient Community Stroke Rehab
ROLE
Deliver comprehensive assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and management of physical conditions resulting from injury, illness, or disability
Plan, organize, and prioritize patient caseloads to ensure timely and effective service delivery
Develop and implement individualized care plans, including therapeutic exercises, assistive devices, and manual therapy within professional scope of practice
Maintain accurate clinical documentation, workload statistics, and patient records in accordance with institutional and regulatory standards
Collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team and provide referrals or consultation to other professionals or agencies as needed
Uphold patient safety and infection control protocols while ensuring all clinical equipment is clean and functioning properly
Participate in quality assurance initiatives, departmental meetings, and professional practice activities
Engage in ongoing professional development through courses, seminars, and conferences
Provide education to patients, families, staff, volunteers, and students, including facilitating student placements when appropriate
Supervise and support assigned rehabilitation support personnel in alignment with professional guidelines and organizational expectations
QUALIFICATIONS
Current registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
3-5 years’ experience within a healthcare setting focused on the adult, senior and rehabilitation populations
Eligible for Ontario Physiotherapy Association membership
Computer skills including experience with electronic medical record and Microsoft office tools
Experience with stoke care would be an asset
Completion of the Physiotherapy core competencies for Stroke from CorHealth would be an asset
Experience with Alpha FIM/FIM, or willingness to obtain within 1 year
ADP authorizer an asset
ADDITIONAL PERKS FOR THIS POSITION
Pension enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
Retention Bonus of $7,500 (permanent full-time/permanent part-time, eligible positions only)
3 weeks vacation to start
Extended health benefits including dental, and group health insurance options (permanent full-time/permanent part-time, eligible positions only)
Mentorship for new hires available
Educational support opportunities
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Location: Multi-site working at both South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) located in Bracebridge, and Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) located in Huntsville. The home site will be HDMH. Applicants must reside within 125km of one of our hospital campuses or be willing to relocate prior to starting. *Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis
Hours of Work: Regular hours of work are 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. Hours may change according to departmental requirements and per the collective agreement.
Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is a multi-site organization that includes the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital Site and the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital Site, and together we provide outstanding, integrated care to support people in living their healthiest lives.
This role involves delivering evidence-based assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation services while collaborating closely with an interdisciplinary healthcare team. You'll work closely with other physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and PTA/OTA's across our hospitals. Our care team provides support across the following programs:
ICU/ Acute Care/ Acute Stroke Unit
General Rehab/ Stroke Rehab/ Complex Continuing Care
Outpatient Total Joint Replacement/ Outpatient Community Stroke Rehab
ROLE
Deliver comprehensive assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and management of physical conditions resulting from injury, illness, or disability
Plan, organize, and prioritize patient caseloads to ensure timely and effective service delivery
Develop and implement individualized care plans, including therapeutic exercises, assistive devices, and manual therapy within professional scope of practice
Maintain accurate clinical documentation, workload statistics, and patient records in accordance with institutional and regulatory standards
Collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team and provide referrals or consultation to other professionals or agencies as needed
Uphold patient safety and infection control protocols while ensuring all clinical equipment is clean and functioning properly
Participate in quality assurance initiatives, departmental meetings, and professional practice activities
Engage in ongoing professional development through courses, seminars, and conferences
Provide education to patients, families, staff, volunteers, and students, including facilitating student placements when appropriate
Supervise and support assigned rehabilitation support personnel in alignment with professional guidelines and organizational expectations
QUALIFICATIONS
Current registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
3-5 years’ experience within a healthcare setting focused on the adult, senior and rehabilitation populations
Eligible for Ontario Physiotherapy Association membership
Computer skills including experience with electronic medical record and Microsoft office tools
Experience with stoke care would be an asset
Completion of the Physiotherapy core competencies for Stroke from CorHealth would be an asset
Experience with Alpha FIM/FIM, or willingness to obtain within 1 year
ADP authorizer an asset
ADDITIONAL PERKS FOR THIS POSITION
Pension enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
Retention Bonus of $7,500 (permanent full-time/permanent part-time, eligible positions only)
3 weeks vacation to start
Extended health benefits including dental, and group health insurance options (permanent full-time/permanent part-time, eligible positions only)
Mentorship for new hires available
Educational support opportunities
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Location: Multi-site working at both South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) located in Bracebridge, and Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) located in Huntsville. The home site will be HDMH. Applicants must reside within 125km of one of our hospital campuses or be willing to relocate prior to starting. *Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis
Hours of Work: Regular hours of work are 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. Hours may change according to departmental requirements and per the collective agreement.
Boyden
Ontario
(English follows.)
Lieu : Ottawa
Raison de la recherche : remplacement
À propos de l’Université d’Ottawa
L’Université d’Ottawa est un établissement d’enseignement et de recherche unique doté d’une identité distincte et enraciné dans un écosystème exceptionnel.
Elle est la seule université bilingue à forte intensité de recherche au Canada, la plus grande université bilingue français-anglais au monde et une institution ouverte aux langues et aux savoirs autochtones et du monde entier. Ces trois piliers lui permettent d’offrir à ses étudiantes et étudiants ainsi qu’à son personnel un milieu ouvert et diversifié sur les plans linguistique, culturel et scientifique.
Figurant parmi les cinq premières universités au Canada pour l’intensité de la recherche, l’Université d’Ottawa est un haut lieu de pouvoir, de leadership et de transformation, en plein cœur de la capitale d’un pays du G7 et dans une ville bilingue à l’intersection de la science, du commerce et des politiques publiques. Quelques pas la séparent des grandes institutions démocratiques du Canada. Elle compte sur un réseau mondial d’ambassades, d’hôpitaux de renommée internationale et d’agences de recherche nationales, un important corridor artistique et une communauté d’affaires florissante. Elle est située à proximité de Kanata-Nord, le plus grand parc technologique du pays, où son campus continue de se développer.
Ce carrefour entre la science, le commerce et la politique est la force motrice qui pousse ses quelque 50 000 étudiantes et étudiants et plus de 6 000 membres du corps professoral et du personnel administratif à viser toujours plus haut afin de stimuler l’innovation et de transformer la société. Ensemble, ses chercheurs et chercheuses génèrent plus de 500 millions de dollars en revenus de recherche par année.
Raison d’être
Le vice-rectorat aux finances et à l’administration assure la gestion des ressources humaines, financières, informatiques et matérielles, ainsi que de la planification des installations, du stationnement et des services sportifs.
Relevant directement de la rectrice et vice-chancelière, et appelé·e à travailler étroitement avec les autres vice-rectorats, les décanats et le Bureau des gouverneurs, le vice-rectorat aux finances et à l’administration joue un rôle critique au sein de l’équipe de la haute direction de l’Université. La personne titulaire est membre du Comité d’administration de l’Université d’Ottawa et assiste aux réunions du Bureau des gouverneurs et à plusieurs de ses comités. Elle établit des objectifs et des priorités stratégiques conformément au plan stratégique à long terme, et à la vision et la mission générales de l’Université.
Principales responsabilités
La personne au poste de vice-rectorat aux finances et à l’administration assure une gouvernance financière exemplaire et une reddition de comptes rigoureuse en renforçant les contrôles internes, en consolidant les suivis budgétaires et en atténuant les risques financiers afin de soutenir une prise de décision éclairée. La personne titulaire travaille également dans une optique d’amélioration continue reposant sur la modernisation et l’optimisation des outils, systèmes et processus administratifs et financiers afin d’en accroître la fiabilité, l’efficacité opérationnelle et la transparence organisationnelle.
De plus, dans une perspective de pérennité et de croissance, la personne titulaire contribue au développement et à la diversification des sources de revenus et valorise les actifs institutionnels. Elle veille également à la planification, à la modernisation et à la pérennité des infrastructures physiques et numériques de l’Université, notamment en relevant les défis liés à l’entretien différé ainsi qu’à la réalisation de projets majeurs de rénovation, de construction et de transformation technologique. Elle exerce un leadership mobilisateur en contexte de transformation, favorise une culture collaborative et inclusive, et soutient l’innovation, les partenariats et le rayonnement de l’Université aux plans local, national et international.
Profil idéal
À titre de personne candidate idéale, vous êtes une personne dirigeante rassembleuse, stratégique et bilingue dans les deux langues officielles, reconnue pour votre intégrité, votre jugement et votre capacité à mobiliser des équipes dans des environnements complexes. Vous possédez au moins dix (10) années d’expérience dans des fonctions exécutives de responsabilité croissante, incluant la gestion des opérations, des ressources humaines et financières, idéalement dans le milieu de l’enseignement postsecondaire.
Votre réussite dans ce poste découle de qualités de leadership reconnues et d’une feuille de route marquée par votre capacité à diriger des projets d’envergure, à mobiliser et à inspirer des groupes d’employés variés. Vous savez élaborer et mettre en œuvre des plans stratégiques innovateurs, tout en instaurant une culture axée sur des pratiques exemplaires et l’atteinte de résultats durables.
Vous démontrez une capacité éprouvée à établir des priorités stratégiques, à définir et suivre des indicateurs de performance, et à livrer des résultats alignés sur les objectifs institutionnels. Leader d’influence, vous faites preuve de perspicacité politique et d’un excellent jugement dans la gestion de situations complexes. En outre, vous excellez en communication et en relations interpersonnelles, et savez naviguer avec tact et diplomatie auprès de parties d’intérêts variées.
Un milieu de travail engagé et inclusif
L’Université d’Ottawa s’engage à offrir un milieu de travail qui prône la diversité et l’inclusion. L’institution se préoccupe de son personnel et l’équité en emploi est un enjeu qui lui tient à cœur. Elle fait la promotion d’une culture de respect, de collaboration et d’inclusion où l’esprit d’équipe, l’innovation et la créativité nourrissent sa quête d’excellence, en recherche comme en enseignement.
L’Université d’Ottawa et Boyden s’efforcent d’offrir un processus sans obstacle et font tout leur possible pour répondre aux besoins individuels des personnes candidates. Des aménagements sont ainsi disponibles sur demande. Une demande d’accommodement n’affectera pas la candidature d’une personne. Si l’on vous sélectionne pour participer au processus de recrutement, veuillez informer Marie-Hélène Gaudreault à mgaudreault@boyden.com de la nature des aménagements dont vous pourriez avoir besoin pour assurer votre participation équitable.
Pour soumettre votre candidature
Les personnes intéressées sont invitées à faire parvenir leur curriculum vitæ et tout autre document pertinent au plus tard le 8 mai 2026 , à : mgaudreault@boyden.com en indiquant le titre du poste dans l’objet de votre courriel.
Nous remercions toutes les personnes de leur intérêt pour ce poste. Seules les personnes retenues pour une entrevue seront contactées.
Nos recruteurs examinent toutes les candidatures et prennent toujours la décision finale d’embauche. Il peut arriver que nous utilisions des outils assistés par l’IA pour aider à l’examen des candidatures.
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Vice-President, Finance and Administration
University of Ottawa
Location: Ottawa
Reason for search: Replacement
About the University of Ottawa
The University of Ottawa is a unique educational and research institution with a distinct identity, rooted in an outstanding ecosystem.
It is the only bilingual research-intensive university in Canada, the largest English-French university in the world and an institution open to the languages and knowledge of Indigenous peoples and the entire world. These three pillars allow it to provide its students and employees with an environment that is linguistically, culturally and academically open and diverse.
The University of Ottawa – among the top five research universities in Canada, is a centre of power, leadership and transformation in the heart of the national capital of a G7 country, in a bilingual city at the intersection of scholarship, commerce and public policy. It is just steps away from Canada’s major democratic institutions. It benefits from a global network of embassies, internationally renowned hospitals and national research agencies, a major arts sector and a flourishing business community. The University also boasts a continually expanding campus at Kanata North, the country’s largest technology park.
This crossroads of science, commerce and politics drives its some 50,000 students and over 6,000 professors and support staff to always aim higher, to spur innovation and transform society. Together, its researchers attract more than $500 million in research revenue annually.
Purpose
The Vice-President, Finance and Administration oversees the management of uOttawa’s human, financial, computing and physical resources, as well as facilities planning.
Reporting directly to the President and Vice-Chancellor, and working closely with the other Vice-Presidents, Deans, and the Board of Governors, the Vice-President, Finance and Administration is a critical member of the University’s executive management team. This individual participates in Board of Governors’ meetings and a number of its committees. The Vice-President, Finance and Administration sets strategic goals and priorities in line with the university’s long-term Strategic Plan, and the overall vision and mission of the University.
Key responsibilities
The incumbent ensures exemplary financial governance and rigorous accountability by strengthening internal controls, consolidating budget monitoring processes, and mitigating financial risks to support informed decision-making. They also foster a culture of continuous improvement through the modernization and optimization of administrative and financial tools, systems, and processes to enhance reliability, operational efficiency, and organizational transparency.
In addition, with a focus on sustainability and growth, the Vice-President, Finance and Administration contributes to the development and diversification of revenue sources and to the strategic stewardship of institutional assets. They also ensure the planning, modernization, and long-term sustainability of the University’s physical and digital infrastructure, including addressing challenges related to deferred maintenance and the delivery of major renovation, construction, and technological transformation projects. The Vice-President exercises mobilizing leadership in times of transformation, fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture, and supports innovation, partnerships, and the University’s visibility and impact at the local, national, and international levels.
Ideal candidate profile
As the ideal candidate, you are a collaborative, strategic, and fully bilingual leader in both official languages, recognized for your integrity, sound judgment, and ability to mobilize teams in complex environments. You bring a minimum of ten (10) years of progressive executive experience, including responsibility for operations, human resources, and financial management, ideally within a postsecondary education setting.
Your success in this role is grounded in recognized leadership strengths and a proven track record of leading large-scale initiatives, as well as mobilizing and inspiring diverse teams. You are adept at developing and implementing innovative strategic plans while fostering a culture rooted in best practices and the achievement of sustainable results.
You demonstrate a strong ability to set strategic priorities, define and monitor performance indicators, and deliver results aligned with institutional objectives. As an influential leader, you exhibit strong political acuity and sound judgment in navigating complex situations. In addition, you excel in communication and interpersonal relationships, and are skilled at engaging a wide range of stakeholders with tact and diplomacy.
A committed, inclusive workplace
The University of Ottawa is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. As an institution, it is passionate about its people and dedicated to employment equity. It fosters a culture of respect, collaboration and inclusion, where teamwork, innovation and creativity fuel its quest for excellence in both teaching and research.
The University of Ottawa and Boyden aim to provide a barrier-free recruitment process and will do their utmost to meet candidates’ individual needs. Accommodations are therefore available on request. Any request for accommodations will not affect a person’s candidacy. If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Marie-Hélène Gaudreault at mgaudreault@boyden.com about any accommodations you may need to ensure you can participate equitably.
To apply
Interested persons should forward their CV and all other relevant documents to mgaudreault@boyden.com by May 8, 2026 , taking care to indicate the position title in the subject line of their message.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Our recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. We may use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.
(English follows.)
Lieu : Ottawa
Raison de la recherche : remplacement
À propos de l’Université d’Ottawa
L’Université d’Ottawa est un établissement d’enseignement et de recherche unique doté d’une identité distincte et enraciné dans un écosystème exceptionnel.
Elle est la seule université bilingue à forte intensité de recherche au Canada, la plus grande université bilingue français-anglais au monde et une institution ouverte aux langues et aux savoirs autochtones et du monde entier. Ces trois piliers lui permettent d’offrir à ses étudiantes et étudiants ainsi qu’à son personnel un milieu ouvert et diversifié sur les plans linguistique, culturel et scientifique.
Figurant parmi les cinq premières universités au Canada pour l’intensité de la recherche, l’Université d’Ottawa est un haut lieu de pouvoir, de leadership et de transformation, en plein cœur de la capitale d’un pays du G7 et dans une ville bilingue à l’intersection de la science, du commerce et des politiques publiques. Quelques pas la séparent des grandes institutions démocratiques du Canada. Elle compte sur un réseau mondial d’ambassades, d’hôpitaux de renommée internationale et d’agences de recherche nationales, un important corridor artistique et une communauté d’affaires florissante. Elle est située à proximité de Kanata-Nord, le plus grand parc technologique du pays, où son campus continue de se développer.
Ce carrefour entre la science, le commerce et la politique est la force motrice qui pousse ses quelque 50 000 étudiantes et étudiants et plus de 6 000 membres du corps professoral et du personnel administratif à viser toujours plus haut afin de stimuler l’innovation et de transformer la société. Ensemble, ses chercheurs et chercheuses génèrent plus de 500 millions de dollars en revenus de recherche par année.
Raison d’être
Le vice-rectorat aux finances et à l’administration assure la gestion des ressources humaines, financières, informatiques et matérielles, ainsi que de la planification des installations, du stationnement et des services sportifs.
Relevant directement de la rectrice et vice-chancelière, et appelé·e à travailler étroitement avec les autres vice-rectorats, les décanats et le Bureau des gouverneurs, le vice-rectorat aux finances et à l’administration joue un rôle critique au sein de l’équipe de la haute direction de l’Université. La personne titulaire est membre du Comité d’administration de l’Université d’Ottawa et assiste aux réunions du Bureau des gouverneurs et à plusieurs de ses comités. Elle établit des objectifs et des priorités stratégiques conformément au plan stratégique à long terme, et à la vision et la mission générales de l’Université.
Principales responsabilités
La personne au poste de vice-rectorat aux finances et à l’administration assure une gouvernance financière exemplaire et une reddition de comptes rigoureuse en renforçant les contrôles internes, en consolidant les suivis budgétaires et en atténuant les risques financiers afin de soutenir une prise de décision éclairée. La personne titulaire travaille également dans une optique d’amélioration continue reposant sur la modernisation et l’optimisation des outils, systèmes et processus administratifs et financiers afin d’en accroître la fiabilité, l’efficacité opérationnelle et la transparence organisationnelle.
De plus, dans une perspective de pérennité et de croissance, la personne titulaire contribue au développement et à la diversification des sources de revenus et valorise les actifs institutionnels. Elle veille également à la planification, à la modernisation et à la pérennité des infrastructures physiques et numériques de l’Université, notamment en relevant les défis liés à l’entretien différé ainsi qu’à la réalisation de projets majeurs de rénovation, de construction et de transformation technologique. Elle exerce un leadership mobilisateur en contexte de transformation, favorise une culture collaborative et inclusive, et soutient l’innovation, les partenariats et le rayonnement de l’Université aux plans local, national et international.
Profil idéal
À titre de personne candidate idéale, vous êtes une personne dirigeante rassembleuse, stratégique et bilingue dans les deux langues officielles, reconnue pour votre intégrité, votre jugement et votre capacité à mobiliser des équipes dans des environnements complexes. Vous possédez au moins dix (10) années d’expérience dans des fonctions exécutives de responsabilité croissante, incluant la gestion des opérations, des ressources humaines et financières, idéalement dans le milieu de l’enseignement postsecondaire.
Votre réussite dans ce poste découle de qualités de leadership reconnues et d’une feuille de route marquée par votre capacité à diriger des projets d’envergure, à mobiliser et à inspirer des groupes d’employés variés. Vous savez élaborer et mettre en œuvre des plans stratégiques innovateurs, tout en instaurant une culture axée sur des pratiques exemplaires et l’atteinte de résultats durables.
Vous démontrez une capacité éprouvée à établir des priorités stratégiques, à définir et suivre des indicateurs de performance, et à livrer des résultats alignés sur les objectifs institutionnels. Leader d’influence, vous faites preuve de perspicacité politique et d’un excellent jugement dans la gestion de situations complexes. En outre, vous excellez en communication et en relations interpersonnelles, et savez naviguer avec tact et diplomatie auprès de parties d’intérêts variées.
Un milieu de travail engagé et inclusif
L’Université d’Ottawa s’engage à offrir un milieu de travail qui prône la diversité et l’inclusion. L’institution se préoccupe de son personnel et l’équité en emploi est un enjeu qui lui tient à cœur. Elle fait la promotion d’une culture de respect, de collaboration et d’inclusion où l’esprit d’équipe, l’innovation et la créativité nourrissent sa quête d’excellence, en recherche comme en enseignement.
L’Université d’Ottawa et Boyden s’efforcent d’offrir un processus sans obstacle et font tout leur possible pour répondre aux besoins individuels des personnes candidates. Des aménagements sont ainsi disponibles sur demande. Une demande d’accommodement n’affectera pas la candidature d’une personne. Si l’on vous sélectionne pour participer au processus de recrutement, veuillez informer Marie-Hélène Gaudreault à mgaudreault@boyden.com de la nature des aménagements dont vous pourriez avoir besoin pour assurer votre participation équitable.
Pour soumettre votre candidature
Les personnes intéressées sont invitées à faire parvenir leur curriculum vitæ et tout autre document pertinent au plus tard le 8 mai 2026 , à : mgaudreault@boyden.com en indiquant le titre du poste dans l’objet de votre courriel.
Nous remercions toutes les personnes de leur intérêt pour ce poste. Seules les personnes retenues pour une entrevue seront contactées.
Nos recruteurs examinent toutes les candidatures et prennent toujours la décision finale d’embauche. Il peut arriver que nous utilisions des outils assistés par l’IA pour aider à l’examen des candidatures.
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Vice-President, Finance and Administration
University of Ottawa
Location: Ottawa
Reason for search: Replacement
About the University of Ottawa
The University of Ottawa is a unique educational and research institution with a distinct identity, rooted in an outstanding ecosystem.
It is the only bilingual research-intensive university in Canada, the largest English-French university in the world and an institution open to the languages and knowledge of Indigenous peoples and the entire world. These three pillars allow it to provide its students and employees with an environment that is linguistically, culturally and academically open and diverse.
The University of Ottawa – among the top five research universities in Canada, is a centre of power, leadership and transformation in the heart of the national capital of a G7 country, in a bilingual city at the intersection of scholarship, commerce and public policy. It is just steps away from Canada’s major democratic institutions. It benefits from a global network of embassies, internationally renowned hospitals and national research agencies, a major arts sector and a flourishing business community. The University also boasts a continually expanding campus at Kanata North, the country’s largest technology park.
This crossroads of science, commerce and politics drives its some 50,000 students and over 6,000 professors and support staff to always aim higher, to spur innovation and transform society. Together, its researchers attract more than $500 million in research revenue annually.
Purpose
The Vice-President, Finance and Administration oversees the management of uOttawa’s human, financial, computing and physical resources, as well as facilities planning.
Reporting directly to the President and Vice-Chancellor, and working closely with the other Vice-Presidents, Deans, and the Board of Governors, the Vice-President, Finance and Administration is a critical member of the University’s executive management team. This individual participates in Board of Governors’ meetings and a number of its committees. The Vice-President, Finance and Administration sets strategic goals and priorities in line with the university’s long-term Strategic Plan, and the overall vision and mission of the University.
Key responsibilities
The incumbent ensures exemplary financial governance and rigorous accountability by strengthening internal controls, consolidating budget monitoring processes, and mitigating financial risks to support informed decision-making. They also foster a culture of continuous improvement through the modernization and optimization of administrative and financial tools, systems, and processes to enhance reliability, operational efficiency, and organizational transparency.
In addition, with a focus on sustainability and growth, the Vice-President, Finance and Administration contributes to the development and diversification of revenue sources and to the strategic stewardship of institutional assets. They also ensure the planning, modernization, and long-term sustainability of the University’s physical and digital infrastructure, including addressing challenges related to deferred maintenance and the delivery of major renovation, construction, and technological transformation projects. The Vice-President exercises mobilizing leadership in times of transformation, fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture, and supports innovation, partnerships, and the University’s visibility and impact at the local, national, and international levels.
Ideal candidate profile
As the ideal candidate, you are a collaborative, strategic, and fully bilingual leader in both official languages, recognized for your integrity, sound judgment, and ability to mobilize teams in complex environments. You bring a minimum of ten (10) years of progressive executive experience, including responsibility for operations, human resources, and financial management, ideally within a postsecondary education setting.
Your success in this role is grounded in recognized leadership strengths and a proven track record of leading large-scale initiatives, as well as mobilizing and inspiring diverse teams. You are adept at developing and implementing innovative strategic plans while fostering a culture rooted in best practices and the achievement of sustainable results.
You demonstrate a strong ability to set strategic priorities, define and monitor performance indicators, and deliver results aligned with institutional objectives. As an influential leader, you exhibit strong political acuity and sound judgment in navigating complex situations. In addition, you excel in communication and interpersonal relationships, and are skilled at engaging a wide range of stakeholders with tact and diplomacy.
A committed, inclusive workplace
The University of Ottawa is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. As an institution, it is passionate about its people and dedicated to employment equity. It fosters a culture of respect, collaboration and inclusion, where teamwork, innovation and creativity fuel its quest for excellence in both teaching and research.
The University of Ottawa and Boyden aim to provide a barrier-free recruitment process and will do their utmost to meet candidates’ individual needs. Accommodations are therefore available on request. Any request for accommodations will not affect a person’s candidacy. If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Marie-Hélène Gaudreault at mgaudreault@boyden.com about any accommodations you may need to ensure you can participate equitably.
To apply
Interested persons should forward their CV and all other relevant documents to mgaudreault@boyden.com by May 8, 2026 , taking care to indicate the position title in the subject line of their message.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Our recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. We may use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.