Manager, Global Partnerships & Internationalization

About Olds College Of Agriculture & Technology

Founded in 1913, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology has been offering high quality hands-on education for over a century. Through our core programming including continuing education, online and blended programming, we provide accessible educational opportunities within Alberta and beyond. We are passionate about the Agriculture industry. Through our applied research and integrated learning, we are proud to be Canada’s Smart Agriculture College, specializing in agriculture, agrifood, horticulture, land and environmental stewardship.

We work closely with industry to advance and adapt our programming to ensure our graduates have the skills to succeed.

The overall purpose of this position is to lead the implementation and operational delivery of Olds College of Agriculture & Technology's internationalization strategy by transforming strategic partnerships and international opportunities into sustainable, high-quality, revenue-generating initiatives that advance the priorities of OC Global.

Working collaboratively across the College, the Manager, Global Partnerships & Internationalization provides strategic and operational leadership for international partnerships, transnational education, customized training, international programming, and other global engagement initiatives. The position leads cross-functional implementation, oversees institutional processes, partnership implementation, and quality assurance, and provides strategic advice to the Vice President, Growth & Operations on the advancement of the College's international portfolio.

The incumbent serves as a key institutional contact with organizations including CICan, ABIE, and CBIE, maintains a strong understanding of the federal immigration environment, and ensures international initiatives are successfully implemented in support of Olds College of Agriculture & Technology's reputation as a global leader in applied agriculture and technology education.

Strategic Partnership Implementation & Portfolio Leadership

• Lead the implementation and ongoing management of strategic international partnerships, articulation agreements, customized training initiatives, transnational education projects, and other global engagement activities.
• Translate partnership opportunities, memoranda of understanding, and strategic discussions into sustainable, revenue-generating initiatives by establishing implementation plans, coordinating institutional resources, monitoring progress, and ensuring deliverables are achieved.

Institutional Integration & Internationalization Leadership

• Provide institutional leadership for the implementation of Olds College of Agriculture & Technology's internationalization strategy by coordinating and aligning international initiatives across the College.
• Build collaborative relationships with Academic Schools, Industry Training & Continuing Education, the Office of the Registrar, Student Services, Business Services, Marketing & Communications, Conference Services, Research, and other departments to ensure international opportunities are effectively prioritized, operationalized, and integrated into existing institutional processes.
• Work collaboratively with functional leaders to:
• Advance international enrolment initiatives through the Strategic Enrolment Management (SEM) framework.
• Develop customized training opportunities with Industry Training & Continuing Education.
• Support transnational education initiatives with Academic Schools.
• Coordinate summer institutes and international programming with Research and Conference Services.
• Ensure admissions, Provincial Attestation Letters (PALs), compliance, and student supports are effectively aligned with international initiatives.
• Resolve cross-functional challenges while balancing institutional priorities.

International Project & Program Leadership

Lead complex international projects and programs, including customized training, transnational education initiatives, delegation visits, international programming, mobility initiatives, and other strategic projects. Establish project plans, coordinate resources, manage risks, monitor budgets and timelines, and ensure successful project delivery.

Strategic Planning, Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement

Support the continuous advancement of OC Global by monitoring portfolio performance, developing key performance indicators, identifying risks and opportunities, supporting annual planning and reporting, and recommending strategic improvements that enhance quality, sustainability, and long-term growth. Maintain strong working relationships with organizations including CICan, CBIE, ABIE, and other strategic partners while monitoring changes to the international education and immigration environment.

• A degree in Business Administration, International Education,…