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911³Ô¹Ï has begun a search for the role of vice-president, finance and administration (VPFA). 

911³Ô¹Ï the position and portfolio

Reporting to the president and serving as a key member of the executive team, the VPFA employs a collegial, collaborative style of decision making over financial and non-academic administrative services in strong support of the academic mission of the university. The VPFA directs day-to-day aspects of university operations through direct reports and staff across diverse departments such as Finance, Facilities and Campus Planning, IT Services, Information Security, Safety and Risk Services and Campus Services. This position is currently held by interim VPFA Karamjeet Heer. 

911³Ô¹Ï the search process 

The search process is being led by executive search firm . A search committee has been established as per university policy GP 29 and you can see the full membership of the search committee here. 

The committee is currently engaging in a robust consultation to gather feedback from the 911³Ô¹Ï community. You are invited to participate in this important process by sharing what experience, leadership and personal qualities you feel are important in selecting the next VPFA. Your input will help shape the position description and candidate profile, a document that will be used in the recruitment and evaluation of candidates.  

How to participate 

There are several ways for you to participate in this consultation:

• Written submission
  • Submit your feedback by emailing vp_search@sfu.ca before June 14. Written feedback must indicate your affiliation with 911³Ô¹Ï.
• Virtual forum  
  • As previously shared in Campus Connections, a community forum will be held via Zoom on June 3. Please register  using your 911³Ô¹Ï email address.
• Community survey
  • Share your feedback by taking our  before June 14. 

911³Ô¹Ï is accepting feedback on the position description and candidate profile until June 14, 2026. For more information about the search committee or process, please visit the ²õ±ð²¹°ù³¦³ó w±ð²ú²õ¾±³Ù±ð. 

Thank you for your participation in this important process for the university. 

Sincerely, 

Joy Johnson
Pronouns: she, her, hers
President & Vice-Chancellor
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