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Faculty of Science
2-year contract
The Opportunity:
The Faculty of Science is seeking a dynamic and passionate leader to drive transformative change within our administrative and operational services. As the Associate Director, Organizational and Cultural Transformation, you will be at the forefront of creating opportunities for both structural and operational agility within the Faculty. Your primary responsibilities will include managing and implementing both large and small-scale transformations, identifying opportunities, driving innovation and adaptability, and promoting a mindset that drives a positive cultural shift in support of progress.
Why Join Us?
Your efforts will directly contribute to creating a more agile, efficient and positive community, enhancing the overall experience for our people. If you are passionate about driving meaningful change, helping people thrive and remain resilient through both good and challenging times, and making a lasting impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine.
Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Transformation:

• Lead the development and implementation of plans to transform Faculty and unit operations by improving best practices and enhancing innovation, efficiency and adaptability in the delivery of services. This includes leveraging AI to streamline processes, prioritizing high-value work, and modernizing procedures for greater efficiency.
• Drive positive change initiatives to foster an engaging, collaborative and innovative environment.
• Collaborate with leadership to define and align organizational processes and structure with cultural values and operational needs, building resiliency within.
• Develop plans, initiatives and change management plans that ensure organizational and operational changes are resilient and sustainable over time, maintaining alignment with the University’s mission and vision.

Operational Excellence and Process Enhancement:

• Identify and analyze current departmental processes, recommending and implementing improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Encourage a mindset of continuous improvement, adaptability, and creative problem-solving across the organization.
• Assess and measure organizational culture by utilizing insights to pinpoint key levers that can drive change and make the Faculty’s culture more agile and positive.

Cultural Change, Team Leadership and Collaboration:

• Develop and lead cross-functional teams to support initiatives, ensuring clear and effective communication across all levels of the organization to promote cultural and operational alignment.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders across the Faculty and University to ensure alignment and support for transformation initiatives, facilitating communication and engagement to promote a shared vision for change.

Metrics Driven Project Management:

• Oversee the change management planning, execution, and monitoring of transformational projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of initiatives. Provide regular reports to senior leadership on progress and outcomes.

Training and Support:

• Facilitate training and support to staff in departments to help them adapt to new processes and cultural changes.
• Develop resources and tools to assist departments in implementing and sustaining changes.

Your Qualifications:

• Education: A Master’s degree in Organizational Development, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in organizational development and effectiveness change management, or a related field. Experience in a higher education setting is preferred.
• Certifications: Change Management certification (i.e., Prosci, ACMP) is an asset.

Your Key Strengths:

• Strong leadership, interpersonal and strategic thinking abilities, with the ability to influence and inspire others.
• Bilingual; excellent verbal and written communication skills, in both English and French.
• Proven project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously using methodologies and tools.
• Ability to analyze complex problems and develop innovative solutions.
• Experience in process improvement.
• Ability to think creatively and develop new approaches to organizational challenges.
• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse cross-functional groups.
• Ability to navigate and lead through change and uncertainty.
• Focused on achieving measurable outcomes and driving continuous improvement.

As one of Montreal’s Top Employers, here is what we offer:

• Competitive benefits package (Health, Dental, Life Insurance) (if eligible)
• Defined contribution pension plan (with employer contribution up to 10%) (if eligible)
• Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA)
• Competitive vacation policy
• Two (2) personal days
• Two (2) floating holidays
• Nine (9) “Summer Fridays” - paid days off between the St-Jean Baptiste holiday and Labour Day
• Paid time off over the December holiday period
• Tuition waiver for regular employees and their dependents
• Up to two (2) days of remote work per week where the position permits

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.
Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level 4 on a scale of 0-4.
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Minimum Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree 5 Years Related Experience /
Annual Salary:
(MPEX Grade 07) $90,170.00 - $112,710.00 - $135,250.00
Job Profile:
MPEX-ADM3A - General Administration - Senior Professional/Manager
Hours per Week:
33.75 (Full time)
Supervisor:
Director of Administration and Operations
Position End Date (If applicable):
2027-08-01
Deadline to Apply:
2025-07-16
McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence,
accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.

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