Position Purpose and Summary

 All leaders of Trinity Western University (TWU) are committed to carrying out its Evangelical Christian mission. Reporting to the President,  the Provost provides leadership to the academic and associated units of TWU in supporting the fulfillment and mission of TWU, being an arm of the Church, developing godly Christian leaders: positive, goal-oriented university graduates with thoroughly Christian minds; growing disciples of Jesus Christ who glorify God through fulfilling the Great Commission, serving God and people in the various marketplaces of life.

 The Provost serves as a member of the Executive Leadership Team, the University Senate, and senior administrative teams, and provides overall leadership for long-range planning, development, implementation, and assessment of all academic policies and programs. The Provost is responsible for the continuous development of high quality, integrated spiritual and academic student experiences at TWU. The Provost also provides leadership in academic resource allocation and nurtures and encourages faculty development to ensure teaching and research excellence.

Key Areas of Accountability

 In a manner consistent with TWU’s mission, Statement of Faith, Community Covenant, and core values, the Provost will:

• Act in a manner which exemplifies Jesus Christ in all on and off campus activities, living consistent TWU’s mission and mandate and demonstrating servant leadership.
• Serve as a key advisor to the President, the Board of Governors, and senior leadership on all academic matters of TWU.
• Demonstrate commitment to the spiritual and scholarly life of TWU with integration of Christian faith and learning and the pursuit of academic vitality throughout its academic programs.
• Function as a leader of the University’s Executive Leadership and senior administrative teams, guiding academic and institutional development in a manner consistent with TWU’s mission.
• Provide leadership in the development, implementation, and administration of academic policies and integrate academic freedom within a faith-affirming academic environment.
• In collaboration with other senior leaders, contribute to the attainment of TWU’s strategic plan, long-term vision, and growth objectives.
• Deliver and champion a student-focused environment, leading to the highest levels of student engagement, services, and success.
• Engage the Deans and governing bodies in advancing the academic mission of the University.
• Support the development of an academic culture which promotes excellence in teaching, research, and innovation.
• Represent TWU as its academic spokesperson, to advance its mission and mandate.
• Attract and retain a diverse group of outstanding faculty, student, and staff and support them in ways which allow them to achieve their highest potential.
• Lead faculty promotion, tenure, and sabbatical processes.
• Establish an interactive and consultative communication process within and between the academic and administrative units throughout the University.
• Oversee regular evaluation of academic programs with a view of achieving excellence, encouraging improvements, innovations and an interdisciplinary approach.
• Provide leadership and vision in fostering student success by integrating opportunities for rich academic engagement with high quality services and programs for transformative education and experiences.
• Lead the development and implementation of TWUs international strategy and activities in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, community partners, and regulatory bodies.
• Support the development of academic infrastructure, including physical facilities and information technology which promotes excellence in teaching and research.
• Fulfill a key role in identifying and supporting the academic priorities for all aspects of external relations including Development and Alumni Relations.
• Grow a full life course framework to support and develop faculty, specifically in the areas of scholarship, pedagogy, and service/administrative roles.
• Champion faith-based and faith-affirming learning in combination with academic and intellectual excellence.

The Person

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated capacity to build effective relationships with academic integrity and freedom and encourage the pursuit of knowledge from an Evangelical Christian perspective.
• Possession of outstanding record for academic leadership, scholarship, research, creative activity, and teaching.
• Demonstration of advanced leadership skills with ability to inspire confidence, creativity, and collegiality.
• Demonstrated capacity to build effective relationships with academic, administrative, and student leaders as well as with government, alumni, donors, and the community at large.
• A passionate concern for the quality of the student experience in an Evangelical Christian multi-campus environment and a proven track record in achieving improvements in student academic and spiritual development.
• Demonstrated experience building departments and/or programs of academic and research excellence.
• Demonstrated history of working effectively with academic governance bodies such as Senate(s), major Senate Committees, and/or Ministries of Education/Advanced Education.

Personal

Driven and inspired by the idea of positively impacting the various marketplaces of life through the development of godly Christian leaders by serving the Trinity Western University community. 

 A dedicated and mature evangelical Christian with an earnest desire to serve in family, church, work, and community. Affirm and support TWU’s mission, values, Statement of Faith, and Community Covenant. Strength of character and reputation, integrity, focused. A winsome personality with a positive and friendly attitude.

Servant-Leader Way of Life: Act in a manner that exemplifies Jesus Christ in all on and off-campus contacts thereby living out the servant leadership mission of the university and contributing effectively towards achieving the institutional and Kingdom goals of the organization.

Key Internal Interactions

Reports: 

• Vice Provost, TWU GLOBAL
• Associate Provost, Research & Graduate Studies
• Vice Provost, Academic Excellence
• Director, Laurentian Leadership Centre 
• Dean, Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
• Dean, Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences
• Dean, Faculty of Arts, Media + Culture
• Dean, School of Business
• Dean, School of Education
• Dean, School of Human Kinetics & Athletics
• Dean, School of Nursing
• University Registrar
• University Siya:m
• Executive Director, Office of the Provost

 Direct reports may change according to operational requirement

Reports to: The President

Interacts with:

• Board of Governors
• Executive Leadership Team
• Deans' Council
• Senate
• TWU faculty, staff, and students

Standards & Requirements

Education: An earned Doctoral degree

Experience: Demonstrated significant (8+ years) and recent (within the last 5 years) academic administrative experience in a complex university setting, including evidence of effective strategic planning, budget management, and innovative academic accomplishments.

Duties and responsibilities that do not constitute a major change may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of the supervisor either orally or in writing.

Updated:                          February 2025
Salary Classification:       EM2
Agreed to by:                  President & Executive Director, People & Culture

Benefits Of Working at TWU:

• A comprehensive benefits package which includes extended health, dental, and insurance and an RRSP matching program.
• Annual statutory holidays (14) with generous vacation accruement.
• Tuition Benefit for TWU undergraduate and graduate level courses to enhance knowledge and professional competency. 
• Torch tuition scholarship for dependents of eligible employees attending TWU.
• Free access to TWU’s fitness/gym facilities and the Norma Marion Alloway Library.
• Subsidized meals at the main cafeteria. 
• Discounts and perks for the on-site Trinity Western Outfitters Campus Store and coffee shops, as well as shops and restaurants in Fort Langley.
• Wellness benefits (i.e., counselling, sick days, personal days, and health/wellness spending account).
• Free recreational equipment rentals (e.g., paddle boards, snowshoes, kayaks, etc.). 
• Free employee parking on campus.
• Special community events throughout the year.
• Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP).
• A positive Christian fellowship environment.

Trinity Western University encourages applications from all eligible candidates who are able to commit to the University’s mission, values, and Christian identity as articulated in its Statement of Faith and Community Covenant. We are committed to an ethic of inclusion and to the equal treatment of all persons without discrimination in accordance with human rights law.  

We particularly invite applications from indigenous people, women, persons with disabilities, and visible minorities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.  Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations during the application process should contact People & Culture. 

Trinity Western University is located on the traditional ancestral territory of the Sto:lo people.