Date Posted: April 7, 2026
Posting Deadline: April 14, 2026
Department: Scott McCain and Leslie McLean Centre for Sport, Business, and Health
Type of Employment: Temporary, Full Time (4 years)
Annual Salary: ($86,519- $95,929 annually)
At Saint Mary's University, you will be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility, diversity, and the provision of a positive and supportive learning environment. We recognize the importance of the contribution and growth of each individual in the University's success. We are currently looking to fill the position of
Managing Director to join our
Scott McCain and Lelsie McLean Centre for Sport, Business, and Health team.
What We Offer
As a team member at Saint Mary's, we are proud to offer many benefits. Some of these include:
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Vacation
- Personal days
- Flexible Workplace
- Holiday closure
- Summer hour schedule
- Employee Transit EPass through Halifax Transit
Job Information And Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Academic Director, the
Managing Director will:
- Lead implementation of the Centre's strategic plan with the Academic Director, with particular focus on sport education, women in sport business, and athlete wellbeing.
- Oversee the Centre's core operations, including programming, governance, financial management, and program evaluation.
- Build and sustain collaborative relationships across the university and with external partners, including community, industry, government, and scholarly stakeholders.
- Strengthen the Centre's institutional profile, reach, and long-term sustainability on and off campus.
- Advance projects that support research dissemination, student and athlete support, community outreach, and experiential learning in the sport sector.
- Support the development of university-wide initiatives in athlete wellbeing, sport governance, and, where appropriate, curriculum development in sport studies.
Experience And Education Requirements
To be the successful Managing Director you will have:
- A relevant research-based Masters degree with a focus on sport is preferable.
- Demonstrated knowledge development through continuous education and certification
- Minimum of five years of management or leadership experience
- Evidence of an existing network in the sport industry and an understanding of industry trends
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team and develop talent across an organization
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with different individuals, groups, and audiences
- Responsible decision-maker with above-average interpersonal skills
- Exceptional organization and time management skills with a proven commitment to quality assurance and accuracy
- Active listener and consensus-builder with an ability to manage and respond to multiple and varied stakeholders and audiences
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software
- Previous experience with business administration and community outreach are all considered assets
- Previous experience working in a post-secondary setting is an asset
Application Details
Required
Apply for this opportunity online using our online application system through Career Beacon. Click on "Apply Now" and complete all required information fields. Qualified candidates should submit the following with their application:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Three Professional References
Late applications may not receive consideration. We appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.
At Saint Mary's University, equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect, we encourage all qualified candidates to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who self-identify as Black/African Nova Scotians, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities and women. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact mailto:augie.westhaver@smu.ca.
