Program Administrator - Business Scholars

American Indian College Fund•Quinte West, ON

1d•$54,900 - $68,700•Hybrid

About The Position

The Program Administrator – Business Scholars leads and implements the College Fund’s top business focused programming. This role is responsible for strategic development, implementation, oversight, and evaluation of initiatives that support Native student retention, persistence, and degree completion. The Administrator will manage the day-to-day tasks and programming oversight of four scholarships, budgets, build and sustain collaborative relationships with TCUs, national organizations, ensure strong program data collection, and reporting. This position requires expertise in business, a collaborative mindset, and a strong commitment to Native student achievement. The administrator will focus on working with scholars to help find them professional mentors, apply to at least one business graduate program, support retention, and uplift Native scholars into the business world. The role also supports major Student Success Services events and initiatives.

Requirements

Strong organizational and project management skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office and database systems
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
Strategic thinking and innovation in program development
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Demonstrated cultural competence working with Native students and communities
Team-oriented with capacity for independent decision-making
Comfort with public speaking to varied group sizes
Willingness to travel occasionally
At least two years of experience working in a field related to student affairs and program implementation
Experience working with AIAN or underserved population college students and communities

Nice To Haves

MA in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, or related field
Involvement and/or experience in student affairs, grant management, and program implementation.
Personal and/or professional lived experience in Indigenous communities

Responsibilities

Strategically manage the implementation of donor-funded college success and coaching programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Lead and support events and activities such as scholar webinars, workshops, and presentations.
Plan, implement, and accompany scholar travel that is associated with scholarship.
Manage assigned scholarship programming and oversee budgets to ensure responsible stewardship of funds.
Provide strategic guidance cohorts, ensuring high-quality student engagement through individual and group outreach (e.g., texts, emails, check-ins).
Oversee program activities for Business scholars, providing holistic and culturally responsive academic and career support.
Ensure collaboration across departments (e.g., TCU Success, Career Readiness, Communications, Scholarships) to align services with scholar needs.
Lead the collection, analysis, and reporting of data related to Business scholarships.
Ensure accurate documentation and use of databases to track scholar activity, outcomes, and program effectiveness.
Collaborate with the Research & Evaluation and Program Administrator team to implement pre/post surveys and generate insights.
Provide timely reporting, including monthly program updates and an end-of-year impact report.
Use data insights for continuous program improvement.
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with TCU staff, Native-serving organizations, and national college success entities.
Partner with the Scholarship Manager and Resource Development to design innovative program cohorts and address barriers to persistence and completion.
Stay current with research and best practices in student success coaching and Native student engagement.