Academic Programs & Compliance Manager

Description:

York Entrepreneurship Development Institute (YEDI), a globally recognized charitable organization, is looking for a Manager, Academic Programs & Compliance to oversee the operation, growth, and Ministry of Education alignment of its academic diploma programs. YEDI provides high-quality business education, acceleration, and mentorship to both Canadian and international entrepreneurs and not-for-profit leaders, and has earned global recognition for its innovative approach to entrepreneurship development.

This full-time, on-site role is ideal for a highly organized, compliance-oriented academic administrator with a strong background in post-secondary program operations. Reporting to the Director of Academic Affairs, the Manager will act as a critical link between faculty, students, administration, and government stakeholders to ensure smooth academic delivery and ongoing compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Oversight:

• Manage daily operations of academic programs, ensuring quality delivery and regulatory alignment.

Ministry Compliance:

• Serve as the primary liaison with the Ontario Ministry of Education.

• Ensure timely submission of all compliance-related reports and documentation to maintain accreditation status.

Curriculum Coordination:

• Work collaboratively with instructors to align curriculum with program objectives.

• Support course updates, academic planning, and scheduling.

Student Enrollment & Records:

• Oversee the full student lifecycle from application to graduation.

• Maintain accurate records and address student inquiries and concerns.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Facilitate communication among students, faculty, and internal departments.

• Address issues that could affect academic integrity or student satisfaction.

Program Reporting & Development:

• Prepare academic and compliance reports for internal and external stakeholders.

• Identify opportunities for program improvement based on performance metrics and stakeholder feedback.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

• 3–5 years of experience in academic program management, curriculum development, or compliance.

• Deep understanding of Ontario’s Ministry of Education policies and post-secondary regulatory frameworks.

• Proven ability to manage multi-stakeholder academic environments.

• Exceptional organizational, project management, and communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure in an entrepreneurial environment.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with a collaborative work style.