Manager, Contract, Insurance and Risk Assessment - Vancouver, Canada - Langara College

Langara College

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Our employees exemplify Langara's values of excellence, collegiality, innovation and integrity. If you think this position fits your qualifications, we encourage you to apply

Langara College is located in Vancouver, B

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applicants to postings must be located in BC or willing to move to BC to accept work with Langara College.

Exceptions to this will be clearly outlined in the event Langara College requires work (or positions to be based) to be performed outside BC or Canada.

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Job Title:
Manager, Contract, Insurance and Risk Assessment

Employee Group:
Administrator

Employee Type:
Permanent

Start Date:
Monday, May 1 2023

End Date (if applicable):

Job Description:

This position is responsible for the administration of the College's Insurance, Contracts and Risk Management portfolios.

The Manager acts as a liaison with the University, College and Institution Protection Program (UCIPP) as administered by the Risk Management Branch (RMB) of the British Columbia Ministry of Finance, in conjunction with the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.

The Manager advises and guides the members of the College community concerning risk management, insurance, and contract management in support of the College's academic programs, applied research initiatives and institutional operations.

Reporting to the Director, Risk and Internal Controls, the Manager Organizational Risk provides leadership to promote, foster and grow a risk culture that is critical to the achievement of the College's governance, as well as its strategic and operational objectives and priorities.

Qualifications Required:

Education & Experience:

Completion of a degree in business or related discipline.
Canadian Risk Management (CRM) designation preferred.
Completion of or enrollment in CIP Designation program.
Five (5) years demonstrated contract and insurance management experience in an environment of similar scope and complexity (preferably within postsecondary education).
An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.
Knowledge of risk management and loss control principles and practices.
Demonstrated working knowledge of the theories, principles and practices of contract law, indemnity, waivers, contract negotiation, risk management and risk transfer.
Knowledge of the BC postsecondary system is an asset.
Knowledge of BC contract law and insurance is an asset.
Experience working in a large, complex organization is an asset.

Skills & Abilities:

Superior Interpersonal skills.
Proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively with a wide range of individuals at all institutional levels.
Excellent administrative, leadership and management skills.
Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated ability to prepare legal documents (e.g., agreements, contracts) in plain English in accordance to contract law and other legal provisions.
Excellent organization, planning and prioritization skills.
Effective organizational and time management skills in meeting deadlines and working with frequent interruptions.
Exceptional analytical and research skills.
Ability to multitask and deliver multiple deliverables in a fastpaced and changing environment.
Ability to work in complex and/or sensitive situations; maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
Ability to develop and manage a risk management program.
Ability to maintain currency in knowledge of contract law, legislation, legal matters and risk trends.
Ability to work independently and take initiative with mínimal supervision, work as a team member, use tact/diplomacy and meet work performance standards set by the College.
Ability to make decisions in accordance with established policies, practices, and procedures.
Willingness to acquire skills as new activities are undertaken and changes in technology occur.
Advanced computer skills with superior knowledge of the Microsoft suite of office product.

Leadership Competencies:

Solution orientation
Makes timely decisions and advances solutions that are in the best interest of the College and our students.

Accountability

Fosters and demonstrates a culture of accountability and ownership.

Relationship intelligence

Demonstrates emotional maturity and operates respectfully in all situations and dynamics.

Conflict resolution

Acts with courage to take on the tough issues and conversations.

Mobilization of people

Empowers others to be engaged, motivated and resilient through change.
Vision and strategic thinking
Energizes people around the vision and supports team alignment with the strategic plan.

Continuous learning