NorQuest College Looking for Project Coordinator, Academic Strategy at Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Full Time

FACULTY OF ACADEMIC STRATEGY & INTEGRATION

Two six-month term positions available. Indicate in your cover letter which position you want to apply for.

NorQuesters are difference makers and we’re searching for two dedicated individuals to lead from where they are and be boldly curious and intentionally courageous to join our teams in Academic Strategy & Integration.

One position will focus on projects in Reimagine Higher Education, reporting to the Manager of Academic Strategy. The successful candidate will provide project administrative coordination and support to divisional and departmental leaders to support Reimagine Higher Education, college-wide priorities, the business and budget planning cycle.

The other position will focus on projects related to Academic Policy & Procedure consultation and Academic Advising standards, reporting to the Academic Program Manager of Cross Faculty Education. The successful candidate will plan and lead academic policy consultation, and development of standards in academic advising, connecting with other areas of the college to ensure comprehensive consultation.

How You’ll Make a Difference

• Project coordination of ongoing work related to academic strategy, including business planning, projects to transform the academic portfolio and learner experience, and other projects.
• Execute related administrative functions related to project coordination plan consultation sessions, meetings, note taking, conducting follow up, researching agenda items, connecting, and consulting with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), communications planning and execution, and project management tasks.
• Supporting, developing, optimizing, and measuring processes in the academic portfolio.
• Project coordination of ongoing work related to policy and procedure consultation and academic advising.
• Develop and implement internal and external/stakeholder change management strategies to guide the successful implementation of program and project deliverables.
• Contribute to development of training and knowledge transfer related to new policies and procedures.
• Expand and improve academic policy and procedure consultation methods and tools.
• Engage individuals and groups in policy consultation, both internally and in the community.
• Work collaboratively across the college to engage different voices in policy consultation.
• Contribute to the expansion of consultation approaches and practices at the College, with a focus on decolonial and anti-racist approaches.
• Support refinement and tracking of service standards and assessment of academic advising.
• Contribute to the development of quality assurance practices for academic advising.

What You Bring

• Diploma or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience supporting projects with large stakeholder groups.
• Knowledge and experience with change management practices.
• Minimum 2 years in administration, customer service, project support, finance or a combination of experience and education.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, MS Project, PowerPoint, and Project and Visio), Microsoft Teams and Smartsheet (or equivalent project management systems).
• Knowledge and experience with measurement and evaluation.
• Knowledge and experience with change management practices.
• Strong organizational skills, initiative, the ability to manage multiple tasks and to work independently or collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and accessible manner.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Demonstrated customer focus, analytical thinking problem-solving abilities, and strong attention to detail are essential.

WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?

As a difference maker you bring

• Experience in research and experience with business planning software is considered an asset.
• Experience supporting senior leadership administratively will be an asset.
• Provide evidence and reasoning for decision making, helping policy champions and leads to make decisions.
• Recognize decision points and log decision, providing support from numerous stakeholders.

SALARY $1,890 – $2,456 bi-weekly reflective upon what you bring AKA your education and experience. This is a full time, term position ending six months from hire date. The position comes with immediate access to our benefit programs.

We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

We’re on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative – our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.

NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.

NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people’s self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

ACCESSIBILITY At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to [email protected].

APPLY TO BECOME A NORQUESTER If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.

PSST Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.

COMPETITION NUMBER 2024-4393

CLOSING DATE February 5, 2024 at 1159 PM MST