It was recently announced that John Walsh will be completing his term as Vice-Provost and Chief Executive Officer, University of Guelph–Humber on July 31, 2020. As such, the University of Guelph is commencing an internal search for an Interim Vice-Provost for a period of 18 months.  

The candidate profile for the interim position is below and can be found at uoguelph.ca/facultyjobs/postings/ad20-04.shtml. A letter of intent as well as a CV should be included as part of the application process.

Please note that if you are interested in pursuing this position in the full-term capacity, you will not be eligible to apply for the interim position.

Any questions related to the candidate profile can be directed to Charlotte Yates at provost@uoguelph.ca.

Interim Vice-Provost and Chief Academic Officer, University of Guelph-Humber
The University of Guelph-Humber is a collaborative venture between the University of Guelph and Humber College Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning which enables students to earn a fully integrated university honours degree and a college diploma in only four years of study. The strengths of two different institutions and cultures have been blended to provide a winning combination which includes a range of programs that combine theoretical education and applied training to prepare students for careers in growing sectors of the economy as well as graduate education. In addition to leading and managing all aspects of the University of Guelph-Humber the Vice Provost will build on the outstanding academic reputations of the University of Guelph and Humber College by harnessing the energy and commitment of faculty and staff from both institutions to create an exceptional educational experience, take responsibility for the development and marketing of academic programs as well as recruitment of faculty, staff and students.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
Specific responsibilities include:

• Designing, developing, implementing and marketing the applied programs for the University of Guelph-Humber through the governance processes at the University of Guelph and Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning;
• Managing relationships with the two partner organizations (at both the leadership and operational levels);
• Providing strategic leadership and planning for advancement and development (e.g. partnerships, alumni, development, fundraising and annual giving);
• Developing and implementing appropriate academic management, administration, policy and procedures for the University of Guelph-Humber, consistent with academic standards of the two institutions and in accordance with academic policy and practice at the University of Guelph;
• Developing, implementing, and reconciling systems and processes that meet the unique administrative needs of the University of Guelph-Humber while being consistent and compliant with the administrative policies of both the University of Guelph and Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning;
• Program enrolment including recruitment strategies for high-quality students;
• Recruiting and effectively managing, through the University of Guelph and Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, the Program heads, faculty and staff required to support Guelph-Humber programs;
• Budgeting, allocating resources and managing revenue and expenditure control;
• Ensuring the building of partnerships with industry in conjunction with academic program development to create opportunities for students such as work placements, research assistantships, and access to advanced technologies;
• Building and maintaining international partnerships and relationships to create opportunities for students, faculty, and staff for study abroad, semester abroad, international research, visiting faculty and staff opportunities, and international recruitment;
• Developing a multi-year business plan for the University of Guelph-Humber including enrolment targets, revenues and expenses;
• Ensuring appropriate Student Services are provided to maximize the benefit to students;
• Ensures compliance with the relevant policies, procedures and requirements as set out by the governing bodies of the University of Guelph, Humber Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, and those established through the joint venture agreement.
• Effectively managing staff, faculty and instructors in a unionized environment in the context of multiple collective bargaining agreements

QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful candidate will possess:

• Outstanding knowledge of Ontario’s colleges and universities, including academic programs, competitive strengths, academic governance processes, legislative and regulatory framework and labour relations practices;
• Superior understanding of the opportunities and challenges that emanate from college-university collaboration and the ways in which such opportunities can be realized;
• Exceptional skills in academic strategic planning and visionary leadership in a complex organization, including experience in setting objectives, developing strategies and gaining commitment from others;
• Demonstrated experience in developing financial resource allocation processes and policies for the budget
• Demonstrated managerial experience in complex institutional settings especially academic institutions;
• Demonstrated ability to work with senior academics and administrative leaders in support of collegial governance processes;
• A strong understanding of the relationship between post-secondary education, the value of applied knowledge and the development of the knowledge-based economy;
• A minimum of two years’ experience at a senior academic administrative level in a nationally recognized post-secondary institution;
• PhD or its equivalent;

Applicants must submit on or before February 14, 2020. Application packages should include a letter of introduction, curriculum vitae and the names of two references (who will not be contacted without the consent of the candidate). Applications should be submitted electronically, in confidence to:

Charlotte Yates, Provost & Vice-President (Academic)
University of Guelph
c/o Kim McCaughan, Executive Assistant to the Provost
k.mccaughan@exec.uoguelph.ca

We are pleased to announce a forthcoming transition within the Humber Chartwells team on campus. We would like to thank Walter Da Silva for his leadership, passion and commitment with Humber College food services since 2018. Walter will continue to operate as a District Manager within the GTA region, in addition to supporting corporate initiatives.

Welcome back Gobi Perumal! After more than three years as a General Manager at St. Michael's College, Gobi returns to Humber College. Gobi, a seasoned Humber food service operator, has performed various duties as Food Service Director on both the Humber North and Lakeshore campuses from 2010 to 2017.

Gobi is a savvy and innovative leader with many years of hospitality and retail experience driving the strategic planning and execution of Chartwells operations. During his work with multi-million dollar brands such as Marriott, Williams café and Compass Canada he is recognized as a critical thinker with outstanding problem solving skills and a proven history of identifying opportunities, optimizing processes, and introducing lasting solutions that satisfy immediate and long-term goals. Gobi was a 2018 Be-A-Star award recipient, an internal Compass Group award that recognizes top talent based on operational criteria.

Gobi will be responsible for Humber North, Lakeshore and Trades campus’ retail as well as the residence food services. Director of Culinary Chef Jerome D’souza, General Manager Amit Banerjee and Food Service Director Monika Wojciechowski will all report to Gobi.

​​Gobi's true passions however are networking and creating connections. If you’d like to connect with Gobi, feel free to stop by the Chartwells office or contact him directly at gobi.perumal@compass-canada.com.

Please join me in congratulating Gobi on his new role and best wishes to Walter as he continues to grow his portfolio. We are confident that this new alignment will enable us to provide greater and more impactful results together!

Sincerely,

Safe Lifting Tips

Lifting heavier objects are sometimes a requirement in the workplace. Improper lifting techniques can result in back injury. The following are some points to consider before lifting to help protect you from a potential injury:

• How much does it weigh?
  • Identify the weight of the load.
  • Can the heavy load be made into a few lighter ones?

• Can I safely lift it myself?
  • Only lift if you are sure that you can handle the load safely.
  • Be sure that you can lift the load without over-exertion.
  • Get help with heavy or awkward loads. Partner with another person to complete the task.

• Is the object stable and secure?
  • Be sure that the load is "free" to move and isn’t stuck.
  • Check that the contents of the load are stable and balanced. Repack items so the contents will not shift, where possible.

• Is the route safe?
  • Check for stairwells, uneven ground or narrow passageways that will cause further safety issues.
  • Be sure that the path and the final destination are free of obstacles and debris.
  • Grease, oil, water, litter and debris can cause slips and falls.

• Is there a way to minimize the amount of lifting and carrying I have to do?
  • Always check before lifting to see if mechanical aids such as carts, hoists, lift trucks, dollies or wheelbarrows are available.
  • Capital Development and Facilities Maintenance can assist with moving furniture/heavy objects. 

General Lifting Principles

LIFT by bending your legs, not your back.

KEEP the object close to you (close to your centre of gravity to make carrying easier).

USE handles if possible (better grip on object).

GET assistance if the object is large or awkward (even if it is light).   

Source: Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety

The Centre for Human Rights, Equity & Diversity and the Aboriginal Resource Centre (ARC) in collaboration with the Consulate General of St. Vincent and the Grenadines will be donating high school textbooks to the first Indigenous high school in St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

Please help us by donating new or slightly used math, science, and English textbooks and reading books (ages 12 to 20 years old).

Your help is greatly appreciated!

Drop off textbooks and reading books at:

The Centre for Human Rights, Equity and Diversity
North Campus, LRC Building, Room 5124

Please download the attached poster to share. For more information, please contact Nancy Simms at nancy.simms@humber.ca.