Manager, Curriculum and Academic Quality Assurance

Summary

The University of Guelph is seeking a Manager, Curriculum and Academic Quality Assurance to guide new undergraduate program development, lead program reviews, and manage curriculum changes. This role reports to the Director, Academic Programs and Policy and provides expert advice on academic policy and quality assurance. The Manager will lead these activities across the University of Guelph, University of Guelph-Humber, and Ridgetown campus, collaborating with faculty, staff, and students to support program excellence. Key responsibilities include facilitating program review processes, managing proposals through governance, supporting curriculum renewal aligned with strategic plans and DEI initiatives, and ensuring accuracy in documentation. The position requires a Master's degree in Education, Governance, Curriculum, or Program Administration with 3-5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates must demonstrate strong project management, curriculum analysis, and academic planning skills, along with a thorough understanding of Ontario's university and college systems, academic governance, and quality assurance frameworks. Excellent communication, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills are essential, as is a high degree of initiative and attention to detail.