Director / Directeur(rice), Bureau des Affaires Francophones (BAF)
About the role
Required Position
Full-Time Appointment
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Associate Vice-President, Francophone Affairs, the Director of the Office of Francophone Affairs (BAF) manages the sector's operations, including the management of Francophone initiatives and special projects, staff, the departmentʼs budget, and budgets related to special grants. In addition, this person is responsible for ensuring good communication of the sector's activities, and for supporting language protection and complaints related to Francophone affairs and the projects of the AVP of Francophone Affairs, in the area of Francophone studies and academic partnerships.
Management of Francophone Initiatives and Special Projects:
- Plan, direct, implement, and/or ensure the proper management of projects that meet the priorities set by the AVP - Francophone Studies and Affairs (special projects and Francophone initiatives).
- Plan, direct, implement, and/or ensure the proper management of BAF operational activities.
- Identify, evaluate, and develop effective and efficient methods and procedures that comply with the best practices of the office.
- Determine the resource and expertise needs required for each project to achieve the goals and expected results.
- Support the management of the Comité consultatif francophone de lʼUniversité Laurentienne (CCFUL).
Administration and Leadership
- Provide support to the Manager through community relations and support services and any other permanent or other staff as needed.
- Maintain excellent communication with team members.
- Evaluate assigned workloads and assign appropriate tasks to each person.
- Supervise project managers, including task distribution, training, problem-solving, performance evaluation, and making recommendations to support team activities.
- Ensure team members respect project timelines, costs, quality, and any other expectations.
- Convene and lead weekly team meetings.
- Hiring new employees (in collaboration with the Human Resources department).
- Creating and updating contracts (with support from the Manager and Human Resources).
- Perform employee evaluations as needed.
Financial Responsibilities
- Management of the department Budget and Budgets Related to Special Grants:
- Work with the administrative officer to ensure proper management and record-keeping of BAF expenses, follow financial processes closely (payment methods, etc.).
- Be the contact person for the Finance department and support them with annual activities related to Francophone affairs (list of activities, etc.), funding for special projects and the annual classification of expenses, as needed.
- Provide bi-annual financial updates to the VRA (end of September and end of February).
- Write or support the writing of the written portion of ministerial reports and reports for other funders (special projects).
Communication & Support Language Protection
- Manage the BAF website and social media platforms.
- Press releases related to Francophone affairs, Francophone events, and BAF Francophone initiatives (in collaboration with the communications department).
- Support the processing, and especially the follow-up, of complaints.
- Ensuring the quality of French within the University.
- Support the implementation of the Bilingualism Policy within the University.
Support the AVP of Francophone Affairs and Academic Partnerships
- Supporting the AVP of Francophone Affairs with certain projects related to studies or research in French.
- Assist the AVP with the creation and management of articulation agreements, the management of Francophone scholarships and the double recognition of credits (DDU/DRC courses).
- Act, and ensure the BAF team acts, as an ambassador for Laurentian University and the BAF both internally and externally.
- Check partner satisfaction and participate in events organized for them, teleconferences, and meetings.
- Supervise the monthly review by assisting team members in their presentations on project status regarding resources, finances, quality, and any other performance indicators.
- Attend monthly management meetings with other directors to discuss actions and ensure follow-up. Other one-off projects, various committees, reports, etc.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Education or another related field is required.
- Five (5) to Eight (8) years of relevant experience
- Good knowledge of university programs and services, as well as francophone trends and issues (community and university)
- Excellent knowledge of issues affecting cultural and community organizations and the education sector
- Good interpersonal skills and excellent customer service skills
- Ability to manage teams and multiple projects simultaneously
- Adaptability to constantly evolving situations
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Skills in analysis, design, and the management of important files
- Good skills in personnel management and teamwork
- Ability to work autonomously and meet tight deadlines
- Ability to work fluently (verbal and written) in both official languages, French and English, is required.
The official University hours of operation shall be from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, during, and including, the months from September to April, and from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m Monday through Friday during and including May to August., amounting to thirty-three and three-quarter (33.75) hours per week.
Laurentian University has adopted a formal Policy on Flexible Work Arrangements, which supports remote work plans based on operational considerations. At Laurentian University, we recognize that work-life balance is essential for both personal well-being and professional success. Our policy offers employees some flexibility to better balance personal needs while maintaining effective service delivery.
Position No.
AP1121
Salary
$ 109,370 - $ 136,344 per year
Competition ends
Tuesday, September 9th 2025 at 4:00 pm
Academics
Admissions
Careers
Helpful Contacts
Services
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Contact Us
1.800.461.4030
705.675.1151
View Campus Map
935 Ramsey Lake Rd. Sudbury, ON P3E 2C6
Book a campus tour or academic counselling session:
1.800.461.4030
705.673.6594
Land Acknowledgment - Aki Gaabijidebendaagwak
We would like to acknowledge the Robinson-Huron Treaty of 1850. We also further recognize that Laurentian University is located on the traditional lands of the Atikameksheng Anishnawbek and that the City of Greater Sudbury, also includes the traditional lands of the Wahnapitae First Nation. We extend our deepest respect to Indigenous peoples - as a sign of our continued relationship we will support Laurentian University’s Truth and Reconciliation Task Force Recommendations. Miigwech. Listen to it in Anishinaabemowin.
Laurentian University. Sudbury, Ontario, Canada. All Rights Reserved. 2025.
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About Laurentian University
Laurentian University (Université Laurentienne), which was incorporated on March 28, 1960, is a mid-sized bilingual university in Greater Sudbury, Ontario, Canada.While primarily focusing on undergraduate programming, Laurentian also features the east campus of Canada's newest medical school - the Northern Ontario School of Medicine, which opened in 2005. Its school of Graduate Studies offers a growing number of graduate-level degrees.
Director / Directeur(rice), Bureau des Affaires Francophones (BAF)
About the role
Required Position
Full-Time Appointment
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Associate Vice-President, Francophone Affairs, the Director of the Office of Francophone Affairs (BAF) manages the sector's operations, including the management of Francophone initiatives and special projects, staff, the departmentʼs budget, and budgets related to special grants. In addition, this person is responsible for ensuring good communication of the sector's activities, and for supporting language protection and complaints related to Francophone affairs and the projects of the AVP of Francophone Affairs, in the area of Francophone studies and academic partnerships.
Management of Francophone Initiatives and Special Projects:
- Plan, direct, implement, and/or ensure the proper management of projects that meet the priorities set by the AVP - Francophone Studies and Affairs (special projects and Francophone initiatives).
- Plan, direct, implement, and/or ensure the proper management of BAF operational activities.
- Identify, evaluate, and develop effective and efficient methods and procedures that comply with the best practices of the office.
- Determine the resource and expertise needs required for each project to achieve the goals and expected results.
- Support the management of the Comité consultatif francophone de lʼUniversité Laurentienne (CCFUL).
Administration and Leadership
- Provide support to the Manager through community relations and support services and any other permanent or other staff as needed.
- Maintain excellent communication with team members.
- Evaluate assigned workloads and assign appropriate tasks to each person.
- Supervise project managers, including task distribution, training, problem-solving, performance evaluation, and making recommendations to support team activities.
- Ensure team members respect project timelines, costs, quality, and any other expectations.
- Convene and lead weekly team meetings.
- Hiring new employees (in collaboration with the Human Resources department).
- Creating and updating contracts (with support from the Manager and Human Resources).
- Perform employee evaluations as needed.
Financial Responsibilities
- Management of the department Budget and Budgets Related to Special Grants:
- Work with the administrative officer to ensure proper management and record-keeping of BAF expenses, follow financial processes closely (payment methods, etc.).
- Be the contact person for the Finance department and support them with annual activities related to Francophone affairs (list of activities, etc.), funding for special projects and the annual classification of expenses, as needed.
- Provide bi-annual financial updates to the VRA (end of September and end of February).
- Write or support the writing of the written portion of ministerial reports and reports for other funders (special projects).
Communication & Support Language Protection
- Manage the BAF website and social media platforms.
- Press releases related to Francophone affairs, Francophone events, and BAF Francophone initiatives (in collaboration with the communications department).
- Support the processing, and especially the follow-up, of complaints.
- Ensuring the quality of French within the University.
- Support the implementation of the Bilingualism Policy within the University.
Support the AVP of Francophone Affairs and Academic Partnerships
- Supporting the AVP of Francophone Affairs with certain projects related to studies or research in French.
- Assist the AVP with the creation and management of articulation agreements, the management of Francophone scholarships and the double recognition of credits (DDU/DRC courses).
- Act, and ensure the BAF team acts, as an ambassador for Laurentian University and the BAF both internally and externally.
- Check partner satisfaction and participate in events organized for them, teleconferences, and meetings.
- Supervise the monthly review by assisting team members in their presentations on project status regarding resources, finances, quality, and any other performance indicators.
- Attend monthly management meetings with other directors to discuss actions and ensure follow-up. Other one-off projects, various committees, reports, etc.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Education or another related field is required.
- Five (5) to Eight (8) years of relevant experience
- Good knowledge of university programs and services, as well as francophone trends and issues (community and university)
- Excellent knowledge of issues affecting cultural and community organizations and the education sector
- Good interpersonal skills and excellent customer service skills
- Ability to manage teams and multiple projects simultaneously
- Adaptability to constantly evolving situations
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Skills in analysis, design, and the management of important files
- Good skills in personnel management and teamwork
- Ability to work autonomously and meet tight deadlines
- Ability to work fluently (verbal and written) in both official languages, French and English, is required.
The official University hours of operation shall be from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, during, and including, the months from September to April, and from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m Monday through Friday during and including May to August., amounting to thirty-three and three-quarter (33.75) hours per week.
Laurentian University has adopted a formal Policy on Flexible Work Arrangements, which supports remote work plans based on operational considerations. At Laurentian University, we recognize that work-life balance is essential for both personal well-being and professional success. Our policy offers employees some flexibility to better balance personal needs while maintaining effective service delivery.
Position No.
AP1121
Salary
$ 109,370 - $ 136,344 per year
Competition ends
Tuesday, September 9th 2025 at 4:00 pm
Academics
Admissions
Careers
Helpful Contacts
Services
Directories
Contact Us
1.800.461.4030
705.675.1151
View Campus Map
935 Ramsey Lake Rd. Sudbury, ON P3E 2C6
Book a campus tour or academic counselling session:
1.800.461.4030
705.673.6594
Land Acknowledgment - Aki Gaabijidebendaagwak
We would like to acknowledge the Robinson-Huron Treaty of 1850. We also further recognize that Laurentian University is located on the traditional lands of the Atikameksheng Anishnawbek and that the City of Greater Sudbury, also includes the traditional lands of the Wahnapitae First Nation. We extend our deepest respect to Indigenous peoples - as a sign of our continued relationship we will support Laurentian University’s Truth and Reconciliation Task Force Recommendations. Miigwech. Listen to it in Anishinaabemowin.
Laurentian University. Sudbury, Ontario, Canada. All Rights Reserved. 2025.
Policies
Accessibility
About Laurentian University
Laurentian University (Université Laurentienne), which was incorporated on March 28, 1960, is a mid-sized bilingual university in Greater Sudbury, Ontario, Canada.While primarily focusing on undergraduate programming, Laurentian also features the east campus of Canada's newest medical school - the Northern Ontario School of Medicine, which opened in 2005. Its school of Graduate Studies offers a growing number of graduate-level degrees.