Interim Chief Executive Officer
1 Year Contract (with Possibility of Extension or Transition to Vice President Role)
Fredericton

Who we are:

Our organization delivers a globally respected curriculum through a network of partner schools across more than 10 countries. We are equally proud of our programs that bring hundreds of international students to New Brunswick, offering them transformative learning experiences embedded in local communities. Our mission is to foster global citizenship, academic excellence, and cultural exchange.

What you will do:

We are seeking an Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead our internationally recognized education organization during a one-year term. This opportunity offers a unique blend of strategic oversight, operational leadership, and international relationship-building.

The Interim CEO will report to the Board of Directors and oversee the strategic and operational leadership of the organization, while fostering a high-performing and mission driven culture. This includes maintaining high standards of educational delivery abroad, ensuring the success of inbound student programs, as well as strengthening and sustaining positive partnerships with governmental, international and local stakeholders.

Who you are:

Are you a seasoned leader with a passion for international education and cross-cultural collaboration? Are you ready to guide a dynamic organization that delivers high-quality education in over 10 countries and welcomes hundreds of international students into communities across New Brunswick?

This is more than a leadership role-it's an opportunity to shape the future of global education. You will be at the helm of an organization committed to student success, cultural exchange, and educational innovation. The flexible nature of the role allows for continued leadership opportunity beyond the initial term.

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Essential Qualifications:

• Masters in Education, International Relations, Business Administration or related field
• Minimum of 10-years of proven executive leadership experience, ideally in education, international education, or public-sector environments
• Strong understanding of cross-cultural education systems and global partnership development
• Demonstrated ability to lead through complexity and adapt to evolving organizational needs
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and strategic thinking skills
• Experience working with boards and governance structures

Written and spoken competence in English is required. Please state your language capability.

Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration.

Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.

Wage: $146,432 - $169,000 annually

Work environment:

• Office location: 565 Priestman Street, Suite 301, Fredericton.
• Possibility of remote work within New Brunswick.
• Standard hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:15-4:30.
• We promote a scent-reduced environment.

What can AEI offer you?

• Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, Health and Dental Plan, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, and the New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan.
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development, and training.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. AEI has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & safety.

How to apply: We encourage applicants to apply by email at [email protected] by July 18, 2025, indicating competition number 25-2000-C04.

For more information, visit www.aei-inc.ca

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.