bowvalleycollege

Special Advisor, Digital Transformation

Calgary, Alberta · Contract

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About the role

As the Special Advisor, Digital Transformation, you will provide strategic leadership and expert guidance in the development and implementation of the College's Digital Transformation Framework and related initiatives.
You will work collaboratively across academic, administrative, and student service areas to help align technology, innovation, and institutional priorities while supporting sustainable, student-focused transformation.
Strategic Planning & Digital Transformation

Lead the development and implementation of the College's Digital Transformation Framework and roadmap
Support enterprise-wide initiatives that enhance student experience, academic excellence, and institutional effectiveness
Collaborate with leaders, faculty, staff, students, and external partners to build alignment and drive innovation
Lead and coordinate cross-functional digital transformation projects across the institution
Build strong relationships across the College and with external partners, consortiums, and stakeholders
Support organizational change management initiatives and promote adoption of digital solutions
Learn more about the opportunities we create at bowvalleycollege.ca.

7-10 years of senior-level experience in digital transformation, IT strategy, enterprise modernization, or related leadership roles
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You are a strategic, collaborative leader with extensive experience leading digital transformation, organizational change, and enterprise-wide initiatives within complex organizations.
You have strong knowledge of emerging technologies, enterprise systems, data governance, cybersecurity, privacy, and change management, supported by solid project, financial, and operational planning capabilities.

Knowledge of enterprise systems, cloud technologies, AI, analytics, cybersecurity, and governance frameworks
Strong understanding of organizational change management and institutional planning processes
Why Join Bow Valley College?
This role offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful institution-wide transformation while working alongside passionate and forward-thinking colleagues.
This opening is a full time Temporary salaried Management position.
This assignment is expected to start July 1, 2026, and end June 30, 2027.
We thank all applicants for their interest
however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Provide strategic advice on emerging technologies, digital innovation, and modernization opportunities

We launch our students by preparing them for in-demand jobs through high-quality, future-oriented education.
We advance our graduates into careers in healthcare, technology, business, entertainment arts, social services, and more, contributing to our economy and community.
We evolve our students through work-integrated learning, upskilling, and reskilling.
Proud to be named one of Canada's Top 50 research colleges, our applied research focuses on health and educational technology, and social innovation.
Help Shape the Future of Digital Transformation in Higher Education

Bow Valley College is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community.
We welcome applications from qualified candidates who would contribute to the further diversification of our employees including, but not limited to, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.
Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

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