Special Projects Manager

About the role

The Faculty of Health and Social Development (FHSD) at UBC is seeking a Special Projects Manager to lead high‑impact initiatives that support the Faculty’s strategic priorities and the rapid stabilization of the new Downtown Kelowna campus.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, plan and execute special projects that advance FHSD’s strategic goals.
• Coordinate internal and external engagement opportunities with community, industry and university partners.
• Oversee short‑term projects across the Schools of Nursing, Social Work and Health & Exercise Sciences to ensure alignment and streamlined implementation.
• Compile and analyse data to produce Faculty and School Unit reviews and strategic plans.
• Collaborate with Faculty leadership, University Relations, Development, Alumni Engagement, the Office of the Provost, UBC Counsel and other departments.
• Gather and collate information from School Assistants and specialists to support project delivery.

Required profile

• Proven experience in project management within a complex, multi‑stakeholder environment.
• Strong ability to coordinate across academic units and external partners.
• Experience developing strategic plans and analysing organisational data.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet term‑based deadlines (until 31 December 2028).

Required skills

What we offer

• Fixed‑term employment until 31 December 2028.
• Competitive salary range of $5,791.00 – $8,323.42 CAD per month.
• Opportunity to shape the growth of a new campus and influence faculty‑wide initiatives.