Welcome to the VP Finance & Operations portfolio


The nine divisions of the VPFO are responsible for the stewardship of UBC’s physical and financial assets, as well as safety and risk management for our university community.

We oversee a $3.98 billion budget, a $3.38 billion endowment, and all facilities on both campuses, as well as managing the university’s relationships with UBC Investment Management and UBC Properties Trust. In all the portfolio’s responsibilities, we are committed to the values of innovation, unity and accountability.

VPFO Strategic Plan 2024–2027

Having a strategic plan gives us a clear path, keeping everyone on the same page. Learn more about where we’re going next and how we plan to get there.

News from the VPFO

  • Enabling excellence at UBC: Here’s the overview of the VPFO Strategic Plan

    Having a strategic plan gives us a clear path, keeping everyone on the same page. Here is where we’re going next—and how we plan to get there.

    Read more: Enabling excellence at UBC: Here’s the overview of the VPFO Strategic Plan
  • Ildar Altynbaev joins Facilities’ Construction Office as a Project Manager 1

    Ildar Altynbaev joins Facilities’ Construction Office as a Project Manager 1 as of June 3, 2024. Ildar’s role will enhance our collective ability to deliver projects to the campus community, focusing on projects that primarily require the oversight of a…

    Read more: Ildar Altynbaev joins Facilities’ Construction Office as a Project Manager 1
  • Staying safe around coyotes

    Have you seen the coyotes around campus? If you see one, keep your distance, for their safety and yours. Learn more about coyote safety.

    Read more: Staying safe around coyotes
  • Staying safe in the heat

    Get ready for rising temperatures and learn how to identify signs and symptoms, the risks related to heat-related illnesses and how to protect yourself by completing the Heat Stress Awareness course on the WPL website.

    Read more: Staying safe in the heat
  • Connect with us on VPFO Day!

    On Wednesday, June 19, join us for a day of connection as we continue building the VPFO team.

    Read more: Connect with us on VPFO Day!

People of the VPFO

  • Get to know the senior leadership team: Rob Einarson

    Fostering a culture of purpose driven leadership, get to know Rob Einarson, Associate Vice-President, Finance & Operations, Okanagan, and his leadership vision: “I am a leader who inspires and supports people to develop both professionally and personally so they can…

    Read more: Get to know the senior leadership team: Rob Einarson
  • Get to know the senior leadership team: Chris Freek

    Fostering a culture of purpose driven leadership, get to know Chris Freek, Director, Communications & Engagement, and his leadership vision: “I am a designer, builder and coach who empowers people to move beyond, to achieve a more impactful future than…

    Read more: Get to know the senior leadership team: Chris Freek
  • Get to know the senior leadership team: Helen Yung

    Fostering a culture of purpose driven leadership, get to know Helen Yung, Comptroller and her leadership vision: “I lead my team to provide financial leadership through outstanding performance reporting, budget allocation and management processes, and financial disciplines to enable UBC…

    Read more: Get to know the senior leadership team: Helen Yung
  • Brian Pokojoy joins Integrated Service Centre as Senior Product Manager

    As Senior Product Manager, Workday Student, Brian will be responsible for assembling and leading Integrated Service Centre’s new Workday Student product team. This will include supporting the functionality of Workday Student and driving continuous improvement initiatives to ensure that it…

    Read more: Brian Pokojoy joins Integrated Service Centre as Senior Product Manager
  • Divya Shetty joins Finance & Integrated Services as ISC Service Centre Manager

    Welcome Divya Shetty, New ISC Service Centre Manager. Divya has been with the ISC since May 2023, in her first role as a Service Desk Support Specialist, where she demonstrated an exemplary work ethic, people-first approach and unwavering commitment to…

    Read more: Divya Shetty joins Finance & Integrated Services as ISC Service Centre Manager