Manager Indigenous Initiatives

Manager Indigenous Initiatives

York University is a leading international teaching and research university, committed to the Anishinaabe teaching of Mino Bimaaddiziwin, the Good Life, across all facets of the institution.

Reporting to the Assistant Vice‑President of Indigenous Initiatives (AVP), the Manager, Indigenous Initiatives provides management and leadership to the Centre for Indigenous Student Services (CISS) team and supports the strategic direction of CISS.

The role is responsible for and leads the development, enhancement and implementation of culturally appropriate student support services and programs for both undergraduate and graduate Indigenous students and is accountable for improving and fostering a learning environment that results in student success.

Student support programs include those that foster cultural awareness and knowledge, student development, academic and personal success, engagement, and transition from the time of admission through to graduation.

The role supports engagement and retention initiatives that reinforce the cultural narrative of inclusion, growth, innovation, ownership, and collaboration.

The role conceives and manages the successful creation and execution of engagement events, with focus on Indigenous learners.

The role fosters partnerships within the Division of EPC and other relevant units to leverage expertise, promising practices and resources for student programming, contributing to seamless student service delivery across the campus. These collaborations aim to maximize and ensure sustainability of services for Indigenous students and contribute to a robust community of practice approach for the University.

This role requires a service‑focused professional who treats members of the community with respect, values their time, strives for personal best, and collaborates to improve service experiences for all. The role prioritizes Indigenous student success.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with a focus on Indigenous studies, education, psychology, or social work.

Experience:

• 4 years of related experience in a complex post‑secondary or related environment.
• Progressively responsible experience in Indigenous student affairs / services, student programming, academic success or recruitment and retention.
• Experience acquired within a post‑secondary student engagement, student success and Indigenous community development.
• 2 years of management or supervisory experience, including mentoring and developing diverse teams in inclusive and collaborative environments.
• Must self‑identify as Indigenous and be able to demonstrate belonging to a recognized Indigenous community.
• Demonstrated history of meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities, Elders, and Knowledge Keepers.

CA $87,190.00/yr – CA $94,654.00/yr

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management

Higher Education

We offer comprehensive benefits and access to superb educational and recreational facilities. For more information on what York has to offer, please visit:

For full position details, including skills and knowledge requirements, and to apply to this exciting opportunity visit the External Career Portal () and refer to posting 113016.

Scarborough, Ontario, Canada