Project Lead

Toronto Metropolitan University

$70K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Post-secondary degree in Business Administration or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in project coordination, preferably within complex projects.
  • Familiarity with government-funded programs is a plus.
  • Proficient in developing engaging presentations across various software.
  • Strong project and financial management skills encompassing budget oversight and contract management.
  • Excellent oral and written communication abilities for reporting and facilitation.
  • Proven marketing and stakeholder management expertise.

Responsibilities

  • Manage large, complex government-funded projects from inception to completion.
  • Establish project tracking, reporting, and risk mitigation processes.
  • Collaborate with Finance to monitor project budgets and approve expenses.
  • Maintain effective communication with stakeholders and funders, and facilitate meetings.
  • Support project-related marketing efforts in conjunction with internal teams.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement with expected in-office presence.
  • Commitment to an inclusive and barrier-free work environment.
  • Potential for position extension beyond initial term.
Full Job Description
The team

Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst (Catalyst) empowers individuals and organizations to seize the opportunities and tackle the challenges of cybersecurity. Together with our partners and collaborators, we work to realize a vision of healthy democracies and thriving societies, powered by safe and secure digital technologies.

Through our groundbreaking training and certification programs; unique commercial acceleration programs for cybersecurity start-ups and scale-ups; first-of-its-kind cyber range; wide-ranging public education programs; and influential policy interventions, the Catalyst helps drive Canada's global competitiveness in cybersecurity.

The Catalyst is a not-for-profit corporation owned and operated by Toronto Metropolitan University and based in Brampton, ON. Hybrid work schedule with expectations of weekly days in the Brampton offices.

The Opportunity

The Catalyst is looking for a Project Lead with a talent for driving clarity, alignment, and progress across complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives. Focused on cybersecurity and related special projects, this role oversees the full project lifecycle - from planning and financial tracking to execution and reporting. You'll coordinate efforts across diverse teams, support project managers with new and ongoing initiatives, and ensure priorities are communicated and met. With a strong grasp of both the big picture and the moving parts, you'll also manage relationships with stakeholders and funders, and support the rollout of related communications and marketing elements.

Key responsibilities includes:
  • Manages large and complex government funded projects from planning through implementation, ensuring deliverables, milestones, and timelines are met across multi-functional teams.
  • Creates and enforces project tracking, reporting, and risk mitigation processes to support effective coordination, communication, and issue resolution.
  • Tracks project budgets in collaboration with Finance, reviews and approves expenses, and oversees contracts and invoicing for vendors.
  • Maintains strong communication with stakeholders and funders, facilitates meetings, and supports project-related marketing activities in coordination with internal teams.
Qualifications
To help us learn more about you, please provide a cover letter and resume describing how you meet the following required qualifications:
  • Completion of a post-secondary degree, preferably in Business Administration or a related field.
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in project coordination, preferably in business development, operations, or managing complex projects.
  • Experience with government funded programs is an asset.
  • Experience developing engaging presentations using a variety of software applications.
  • Strong project management and financial management skills, including budget development, expense forecasting, monitoring, and contract management.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, including project reporting and the ability to facilitate client and team meetings.
  • Strong marketing, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage change and adapt to evolving priorities.
  • Experience in event management and coordination.
  • Strong organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to build and motivate teams to achieve goals while meeting budgets and timelines.
  • Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Strong customer service orientation.Equivalent experience or a combination of equivalent experience and education may be accepted in place of education.
Additional Information (MAC)
Position Number(s) 20005734 Reports To Senior Director, Planning and Delivery Department Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst, OVPRI Employee Group MAC or Senior Admin Vacancy Type Term: 2.5 years ( with the opportunity of extension or renewal)

This is an existing vacancy. Work Location Hybrid Start Date ASAP End Date 2.5 years from the start date Hours of Work 36.25 Grade C42 Salary Scale $70,448 to $112,535 Hiring Salary Range Up to $95,000 TA Specialist - Posting Date August 26, 2026 Application Close Date September 8, 2026
  • Equivalent experience or a combination of equivalent experience and education may be accepted in place of education.
  • As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to complete an occupational assessment.
  • Applications will only be accepted online through Toronto Metropolitan University's career site.
  • We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please submit your request through the AskHR webform . All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

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