Director, Strategic Partnerships and Student Pathways Full Time

As St. George’s School (Saints) approaches its centennial year, the Director, Strategic Partnerships and Student Pathways plays a central role in graduating young men who are ready for the future and equipped to do good in the world.

Located in Vancouver, St. George’s School is a leading independent boys’ school in Canada, committed to fostering academic excellence, character development, and leadership. With a focus on innovation and holistic education, Saints prepares students for a rapidly evolving world while instilling a deep sense of responsibility and integrity. Saints graduates approximately 160 students each year, with 100 percent attending post-secondary institutions (and over 30 percent attending American and international universities). Saints occupies two campuses, one serving the Junior School (Kindergarten to Grade 7) and the other housing the Senior School (Grades 8 to 12). The total enrollment is 1210, of which 775 are senior school students and approximately 100 are boarders, currently from over 15 countries.

Reporting to the Head of School, the Director, Strategic Partnerships and Student Pathways will be at the forefront of educational innovation, leading the design and implementation of world class, ground-breaking educational programs that prepare students for the challenges and opportunities they will face in the future society. The Director will be St. George’s lead on developing strategic partnerships with universities, industry experts, and thought leaders, and will collaborate with faculty, administration, and external stakeholders to ensure that Saints remains a leader in future-focused education.

The ideal candidate is a visionary leader eager to bridge the gap between traditional learning and the future needs of society, and demonstrates a commitment to shaping the next generation through cutting-edge educational models. With experience in educational leadership, program development, or partnership management, candidates bring a proven track record in building successful collaborations between educational institutions and external constituents, and a strong understanding of emerging trends in education. Candidates will be engaging and collaborative with superb interpersonal skills and an ability to demonstrate the empathy, respect, and humility needed to connect effectively with the many stakeholders who make up the Saints community.

St. George’s is strongly committed to strengthening diversity and inclusion within its community and welcomes applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers Berndtson and St. George’s School throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process for applicants with disabilities.

St. George’s School gratefully acknowledges that the school is situated on the unceded traditional territory of the Musqueam First Nation.

The salary range for this position is $170,000 to $220,000 per year, plus a suite of competitive benefits.

Applications are encouraged immediately and will be reviewed as they are received. Please submit your application by no later than March 19, 2025 at https://careers.odgersberndtson.com/en-ca/job/30249, which should include a letter of interest, a resume, and a vision statement for the future of learning at Saints. If you would like to review the Candidate Brief or explore the opportunity, please contact Julia Robarts and Krutika Hotwani of Odgers Berndtson at stgeorgesfuture@odgersberndtson.com