This is a term position until December 31, 2027
UWinnipeg’s Pathways to Graduate Studies program is designed to encourage Indigenous students to pursue careers and graduate studies in the natural sciences and engineering (NSE). The core of the program is four weeks in May where students engage in research under the supervision of a faculty member, cohort building and cultural activities and classes designed to support their success in NSE.
The Project Coordinator is a part-time (15-20 hours per week) term role that will support the implementation of the grant-funded Pathways to Graduate Studies (P2GS) project as well as year-round activities with The University of Winnipeg AISES in Canada Chapter. They will coordinate project activities and provide support to students.
In accordance with The University of Winnipeg Employment Equity and Diversity Policy and section 11 of The Human Rights Code, this position is designated for qualified candidates who self-identify as Indigenous persons. Please confidentially self-identify by following this link: Confidential Equity Declaration.
Please note: In the latter stages of the selection process, additional steps supporting the verification of Indigenous identity will occur for the selected candidate as a condition of employment.
Responsibilities:
- Support the development and implementation of the project in collaboration with the project team.
- Manage project documentation including planning, Indigenous-led evaluation, and reporting.
- Track project budgets and ensure project activities are on time, on scope, and on budget.
- Manage research ethics submissions, modifications, and renewals.
- Perform literature reviews and environmental scans of similar programs to inform project development
- Prepare, process, and expedite administrative forms and maintain specialized files and/or records.
- Support the preparation of reports, presentations, and other required documentation.
- Coordinate engagement sessions, focus groups, and project team meetings.
- Develop a webpage showcasing the program.
- Call and chair Steering Committee meetings.
- Create the calendar for the program.
- Engage with and provide direct support to Indigenous students, including addressing any logistical issues related to project participation
- Act as a liaison with other university departments, external institutions and agencies, and the general public
- Communicate and collaborate with diverse groups, including students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
- Coordinate with The University of Winnipeg AISES in Canada chapter to set meetings.
- Maintain The University of Winnipeg AISES in Canada chapter email list.
- Create and send The University of Winnipeg AISES in Canada chapter emails.
- Serve as a culturally grounded role model for Indigenous student participants, drawing on lived experience as an Indigenous person to foster a sense of belonging, connection, and representation within the program.
Qualifications:
- Undergraduate or graduate degree with an emphasis on a relevant subject, such as education, human/social services, or counselling. Additional training or certification in student affairs/service/advising would be considered an asset.
- One year of related work experience, including experience in project coordination & administration.
- Experience working with equity-deserving communities (e.g., Indigenous peoples, 2SLGBTQ+ people, people from racialized communities, people with disabilities, etc.), preferably in a post-secondary environment.
- Experience advising diverse post-secondary students in a diplomatic, flexible, and timely fashion.
- Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community members.
- Demonstrated work and/or lived experience and commitment to working in a diverse, equity-focused environment that values and promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism.
- Knowledge of academic programs and processes and experience working with diverse student populations.
- Strong interpersonal and communications skills with the ability to address needs confidentially and professionally.
- Computer skills, including the ability to use Microsoft Office applications and experience with content management systems (CMS). Training on Cascade (the CMS used at The University of Winnipeg) will be provided, if needed.
An equivalent combination of education, experience, skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered.
Condition(s) of Employment:
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
The salary range for this position will be from $26.73 to $37.77 hourly.
Note: The work described in this posting will be conducted in-person, with an opportunity to apply for Remote Work for up to two (2) days per week.
The University of Winnipeg is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that a diverse staff and faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research environments, and is essential to academic and institutional excellence.
The University of Winnipeg is committed to ensuring employment opportunities are accessible for all applicants. If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected].
The personal information of applicants is collected under the authority of The University of Winnipeg Act and 36(1)(b) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. All personal information collected via the recruitment process is used to assess the applicant’s suitability, eligibility, and qualifications for employment, and to otherwise support recruitment activities. This information will be provided to participating members of the recruitment process. Questions regarding the collection of your personal information may be directed to the Director, HR Services, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2E9 or [email protected].
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