Date Posted: 10/16/2026Req ID: 50597Faculty/Division: Henry N.R. Jackman Faculty of LawDepartment: Henry N.R. Jackman Faculty of LawCampus: St. George Downtown TorontoPosition Number: 00059634Existing Vacancy: Yes Description: About us:The Henry N.R. Jackman Faculty of Law is one of the oldest professional faculties at the University of Toronto. Today, it is one of the world's great law schools. The Faculty's rich academic programs are complemented by its many legal clinics and public interest programs. Jackman Law is housed in the elegant, state-of-the-art Jackman Law Building, alongside two historic buildings, Flavelle House and Falconer Hall, on the St. George Campus in downtown Toronto.Your opportunity:Jackman Law is undertaking a range of strategic initiatives designed to advance the Faculty's priorities and strengthen its academic programs, student experience and broader engagement. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative team and contribute to the development and implementation of high-impact initiatives across the Faculty.Under the general direction of the Head of Strategy and Transformation & Senior Advisor to the Dean, the Program Administrator, Strategic Initiatives will provide project, program and administrative leadership for a diverse portfolio of strategic priorities. The incumbent will coordinate projects from planning through implementation, support the development and delivery of new and evolving programs, build strong relationships with internal and external partners, and help ensure initiatives are delivered effectively, thoughtfully and on schedule.Your responsibilities will include: Planning and implementing project phases for programs and strategic initiatives. Coordinating meeting schedules, agendas, materials, deadlines, action and follow-up items for the Head of Strategy and Transformation & Senior Advisor to the Dean. Implementing plans and process improvements for Faculty program activities and initiatives. Fostering cooperative working relationships with a wide variety of internal and external contacts, such as faculty, staff, students, and partners. Drafting internal and external communications in support of strategic priorities and initiatives. Conceptualizing, organizing and executing event and programming activities. Supporting funding opportunities by drafting funding applications. Monitoring accounts for a project and/or program. Essential Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience. Minimum five years of relevant experience in program administration, project coordination, or strategic initiatives, preferably within a higher education or similarly complex organization Demonstrated experience coordinating multiple projects or initiatives, including establishing work plans, managing timelines and deliverables, coordinating stakeholders, and identifying and resolving issues. Experience supporting the development, implementation and administration of progra
