Academic Programs Manager

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract high-calibre students for research-based graduate programs
• Oversee the entire student lifecycle, including admissions, academic progression, retention, and graduation
• Lead admissions committees and manage the processing of applications and entrance scholarships
• Provide proactive academic advising and support to students regarding program requirements, policies, and deadlines
• Manage program metrics and student databases to ensure data integrity and inform quality assurance strategies
• Develop and manage program budgets and financial strategies to support academic goals
• Design and deliver initiatives to enhance the student experience, including career development and community-building activities
• Coordinate curriculum change processes and support the optimization of graduate and undergraduate programming
• Provide functional and administrative supervision to support staff and student facilitators

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
• 3-4 years of related experience in academic administration or program management
• Proven supervisory experience with the ability to recruit, train, and motivate staff
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organizational and administrative skills to manage complex workloads
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Education, Health Sciences, Health Administration, or a related field
• Experience in post-secondary advising, counseling, or administration within a university setting
• Familiarity with UBC internal systems such as SISC, eVision, or Canvas
• Experience developing and monitoring program evaluation methods and metrics
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across diverse faculty and staff groups
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and complex problem-solving skills

About the Company

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. UBC is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community, supporting inspired students, faculty, and staff in their journey of discovery and innovation.