Senior Manager,Strategic Engagement & Events Job Halifax Nova Scotia Canada,Sports/Fitness/Wellness

Job Summary

Dalhousie Athletics and Recreation take a holistic approach to enhancing the Dalhousian experience by creating and sharing ways to engage and connect students through physical activity and wellness, to contribute to student success. Reporting to the Director, Athletics & Recreation, Senior Manager, Strategic Engagement & Events will be focused on developing high‑quality, engaging experiences that strengthen connections with students, staff, alumni, donors, and the broader community.

Through effective event execution and stakeholder engagement, the position supports increased attendance, sustained participation, and a strong, positive brand presence for Dalhousie Athletics.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design and delivery of engaging athletic experiences and recreation initiatives that build meaningful connections with students, alumni, donors, and campus partners

Develop and implement audience‑focused engagement strategies that strengthen participation, foster community, and deepen long‑term stakeholder relationships

Create inclusive, welcoming game‑day environments that promote school spirit, pride, and sustained stakeholder loyalty

Serve as a key liaison with internal and external partners, aligning engagement approaches with institutional goals, brand values, and relationship‑building priorities

Strengthen and champion a consistent, positive Dalhousie Athletics brand presence through strategic engagement and strong cross‑campus collaboration

Oversee on‑site event logistics and execution while actively engaging stakeholders to ensure seamless operations and a high‑quality, people‑centred experience

Note

The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work from within Nova Scotia) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.

Required Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in communications, recreation, education or a related field with a minimum of five years’ progressive experience in an athletics, recreation, higher education, or comparable public‑sector environment (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).

Demonstrated experience planning and delivering large‑scale events with a strong focus on audience engagement, attendance growth, and stakeholder experience.

Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including students, staff, alumni, donors, volunteers, and community partners.

Experience supervising, mentoring, and coordinating staff, volunteers, and student employees.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, event‑driven environment.

Excellent communication skills and demonstrated proficiency with standard office and event‑management technologies.

Assets

Job Competencies

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s and competencies, in particular:

- Self-Awareness & Professionalism
- Respect & Inclusion
- Thinking and Acting Strategically
- Relationship Building
- Resource & Process Management

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.

Application Consideration

Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration.

We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2

SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above.


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