Mandate

The Horizon McGill Program Management Office will provide expertise and capacity in terms of program design, process optimisation, change management, analytics, metrics, reporting, communications, and more. 

Staff

McGill employees from other areas of the University will staff the Program Management Office. No external hiring is anticipated. 

  • Academic Lead
    Prof. David Stephens, Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Faculty of Science
    Leading the Office, the Academic Lead is the champion and spokesperson for Horizon McGill.
  • Program Director
    Maria Babiak, Faculty of Science
    The Program Director plays a pivotal role in guiding the Horizon team, helping McGill drive the changes necessary to maintain its status as one of the world’s leading universities.
  • Senior Change Management Advisor
    Sarah Delisle, Emergency Measures Office, Facilities Management and Ancillary Services
    This role is focused on helping people adapt to change – including potential changes to roles, responsibilities, organizational structures, business processes, resources, and more.
  • Senior Communications Advisor
    Mark Ordonselli, Communications and Institutional Relations
    The Senior Communications Advisor develops and implements highly effective communication plans – both to help the Office and Working Groups achieve their objectives, and to support our community through change.
  • Analyst
    TBC
    The Analyst will provide expertise in program design, process optimization, change management, and analytics – working to track and analyze metrics, compile reports, and communicate progress. 
  • Administrative Support
    Wesley McCoy, Desautels Faculty of Management
    This role provides comprehensive administrative, logistical, and organizational assistance to ensure the efficient operation of the Horizon Program.
  • Senior Transformation and Process Specialists
    TBC
    These team members work closely with working group leaders in support of Horizon’s objectives.