THE OPPORTUNITY

As Keyano College looks to the future, it is seeking visionary leadership to advance its mission, strengthen its impact, and champion innovation and inclusivity. For a leader who values education, community, and transformative potential, Keyano offers an outstanding opportunity to make a lasting difference.
Located in the heart of Alberta’s dynamic northeast, Keyano plays a vital role in serving a diverse and growing region, including strong ties to Indigenous communities, industry partners, and learners from across Canada and beyond. With a dedicated team and a deeply rooted sense of purpose, the College is poised to evolve and thrive.
This creates a compelling opportunity for bold, adaptive leadership grounded in collaboration, committed to community, and driven by a clear sense of purpose. The next President & CEO will shape Keyano’s next chapter, building on its strengths and charting a confident course for the future.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A graduate degree, ideally a Ph.D. is preferred, but a combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Significant executive leadership experience in complex organizations; post-secondary experience is an asset.
• Strong financial acumen with a track record of managing large budgets and diverse resources.
• Demonstrated success in stakeholder engagement, including Indigenous communities, government, and industry.
• Experience with board governance and strategic planning.
• Exceptional communication, advocacy, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience championing strategic and meaningful community partnerships.
• A collaborative, student-focused leadership style grounded in integrity, inclusion, and results.

Keyano College is at a pivotal point, offering its next President & CEO the opportunity to lead with vision, resilience, and innovation. As with many post-secondary institutions, Keyano must navigate funding pressures, evolving learner expectations, and workforce demands, while embracing regional, technological, and demographic change. The opportunities, however, are substantive; under the right leadership there is capacity and support to be an educational innovator setting the bar for others to follow. The President & CEO will play a vital role in shaping Keyano’s future through:

• Strategic Growth: Strengthening enrollment—both domestic and international—through relevant, accessible, and industry-aligned programming.
• Community & Industry Partnerships: Expanding engagement with local industry, Indigenous communities, and educational partners to enhance visibility, diversify revenue, and support economic development.
• Institutional Sustainability: Driving financial resilience, improving infrastructure, and aligning with the strategic goals of the institution.
• People & Culture: Fostering a collaborative and future-focused workplace culture that attracts, retains, and supports a high-performing team.
• Student Success: Promoting an inclusive and responsive learning environment that prioritizes student experience across all modalities