Director of Enterprise Risk Management - Department of Enterprise Risk Management

Competition Number:
71E26
Position Type:
Staff Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Department of Integrated Data Analysis
Position:
Director of Enterprise Risk Management
Contract:
Full-Time Permanent Position
Hours of Work:
37.5 hours per week
Salary:

$119,379 to $132,363 per annum

The Director of Enterprise Risk Management provides strategic, operational, and administrative leadership to advance a mature enterprise risk management program and promote a culture of data‑driven decision‑making across the University. The role oversees traditional risk management, emergency management, business continuity, non-research contract management, and the University’s insurance portfolio. Working with existing resources and the University’s strategic plan, the Director develops and enhances frameworks, tools, and guidance to embed risk management into daily decision‑making. As a member of the Vice President of Administration and Finance leadership team, the Director ensures that enterprise risk management aligns with the University’s strategic goals, academic mission, values, policies, and regulatory requirements.

What we offer: 

  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Comprehensive Health and Dental Care Benefits
  • Post Retirement Benefits
  • Tuition Waivers
  • Health and Wellness on Campus available to staff and their families
  • Professional Development Opportunities

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic & Operational Planning

  • Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of multi-year and annual plans for enterprise risk management.
  • Design and maintain comprehensive frameworks for:
    • Enterprise risk management
    • Emergency management
    • Business continuity
  • Integrate existing plans into cohesive, institution-wide approaches aligned with University strategic priorities.
  • Oversee risk transfer (insurance portfolio) and risk mitigation activities (including contract management).

Enterprise Risk Management Execution

  • Lead cross-functional projects to enhance risk management policies, procedures, systems, data standards, tools, and analytics.
  • Improve data-driven decision-making through automation, reporting, and visualization.
  • Support University-wide priorities in a resource-constrained environment. 

Leadership & Team Administration

  • Develop and manage budgets and financial plans.
  • Lead employee performance, engagement, and professional development.
  • Establish continuous improvement initiatives and performance measures.
  • Conduct regular manager check-ins to promote accountability, trust, and effective resource deployment.
  • Evaluate team performance, project outcomes, and services provided to University units.

Institutional Outcomes

  • Monitor University-level performance indicators to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of resources in support of strategic goals (e.g., enrollment management, academic and administrative services).

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Education & Credentials

  • Master’s degree in a related field or equivalent professional certifications (e.g., Canadian Risk Manager, Risk Management Certification, Chartered/Certified Insurance Professional).

Experience

  • Minimum of five years of progressive leadership and management experience in risk management.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
  • Experience in post-secondary education or not-for-profit risk management is an asset.

Core Competencies

  • Strong leadership, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
  • Ability to work independently, take initiative, and follow through.
  • Strong customer service orientation.
  • Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Please refer to Job Description and UPEI Leadership framework

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, hrofficer@upei.ca. Applications will not be accepted via email.

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