The College of Dietitians of Alberta (CDA) is the regulatory body for the profession of dietetics in Alberta.  The College regulates the practice of dietetics in the public interest by ensuring that regulated members have the proper education and training to provide professional, competent, and ethical services. They are committed to the safety and protection of the public.

THE ROLE

The Executive Director/Registrar (ED/R) is accountable to the Council and is responsible for ensuring compliance with the Health Professions Act. The Registrar is an ex-officio member of Council and Information Officer of the College and may assume other statutory roles as designated by the Council.

The position is based in the Edmonton head office.

THE CANDIDATE

• Post-secondary education in Business, Public or Health Administration.
• CAE Designation considered an asset.

Core Competencies

• Experience working in a senior role of a regulatory organization, preferably under the HPA.
• Understanding of governance, Council/Registrar relations, regulatory frameworks, and working with a member and/or multiple Interest Holder organization.
• Understanding of the primary role and function of a HPA regulatory college.

Other Competencies

• Experience in Accounting & Finance, Governance, Risk Management, Legal, Human Resources, Organizational Growth, Quality Assurance, Communications, Government Relations, Public Relations, and Technology.
• An understanding of the role government plays as a key Interest Holder.
• A focus on adding and creating value; a leader with proven ability to work with and influence groups and associations toward achievement of a common goal.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Affairs

• Develop, implement and monitor programs, policies, procedures to ensure compliance with the Health Professions Act, Regulations and Bylaws.
• Recommends changes to legislation, regulation and bylaws to Council.
• Lead the modernization of regulatory processes, ensuring evidence-informed, transparent, and fair practices.
• Oversee registration, complaints, discipline, continuing competence, and privacy functions in line with statutory requirements.
• Lead the modernization of regulatory processes, ensuring evidence-informed, transparent, and fair practices.
• Oversee registration, complaints, discipline, continuing competence, and privacy functions in line with statutory requirements.

Strategic Leadership

• Collaborate with Council to set long-term goals, organizational values and create strategic plans.
• Establish, implement and oversee operational plans based on the strategic direction and ensure effective, efficient and sustainable use of resources.
• Identify emerging trends and issues that may affect the profession or regulation of dietetics.
• Participate in interprovincial and national regulatory initiatives to harmonize standards and improve regulatory effectiveness.

Organizational Leadership

• Provide overall leadership and direction to College staff.
• Recruit, evaluate and support staff performance and development.
• Develop and execute HR policies, procedures, and position descriptions.
• Build a positive workplace culture aligned with College values, fostering collaboration, learning, and accountability.
• Lead change management efforts in response to new legislation, workforce trends, or system priorities.

Operations & Administration

• Ensure the efficient and effective operation of the College within resources approved by Council.
• Manage contracts, leases, insurance, and physical office operations.
• Manage contracts, leases, insurance, and physical office operations.

Stakeholder & Government Relations

• Represent the College to Government, other professions, dietetic regulators, educators, external groups and the public in a professional, collaborative manner using effective communication techniques.
• Advocate for sound public policy that supports safe, effective, and ethical dietetic practice.
• Prepare the College’s annual report and external-facing communications.

Governance & Council Support

• Support Council governance processes, including the development of governing policies, risk registry and reports for Council.
• Ensure Council members have the information they need to meet their legal and fiduciary obligation.

Finance & Risk Management

• Manage all financial functions, including payroll, banking, government remittances, investments, and reconciliations.
• Monitor the financial performance and advise Council of significant variances or risks.

Conduct

 As Complaints Director, oversee complaint process as per the Health Professions Act.

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We encourage candidates of all ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, physical challenges, sexual orientations, and identifications to feel confident in exploring and declaring candidacy for any of our search assignments.

For a full profile or to apply, please contact:

Rick Vogel, ICD.D                       

Founding Principal                       

780.665.4965 ext. 101        

rick@thevogelgroup.ca