VICE-PRESIDENT ADVANCEMENT Athabasca University
Athabasca University is Canada’s Open University. A world leader in distance education and recognized innovator in online learning, the University is dedicated to removing barriers that restrict access to and success in university-level studies and increasing equality of educational opportunity for adult learners worldwide.
The Vice-President Advancement is a member of the senior executive team of Athabasca University and will provide leadership and inspiration to a new portfolio that includes government and corporate relations, student recruitment and retention, public affairs and communications, institutional studies, alumni relations, marketing, media relations and fundraising. This is an outstanding opportunity to use creativity, initiative and mentoring skills to enhance relationships and communication with internal and external constituencies to further Athabasca University’s mission and mandate. For more information please visit www.athabascau.ca.
The ideal candidate has an impressive track record at a senior level in the advancement or communications fields, preferably in an educational or other public sector setting, and brings outstanding organizational and interpersonal abilities.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Athabasca University develops and maintains an environment that supports equitable working conditions for individuals traditionally under-represented in universities. The University is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.
Should you want to learn more about this unique leadership opportunity,
please call Maureen MacLean or Maureen Geldart at (604) 913-7768
or forward your CV, a letter of introduction and the names of three referees
in confidence, to Provence Consulting Inc.,
Fax (604) 913-8356. E-mail: search@provenceconsulting.com.
Apply on-line at www. provenceconsulting.com.
We will communicate with all who express interest.
Athabasca University.
5 December 2005