Project Coordinator, Dal Innovates
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Halifax, NS | Canada
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Position Title Project Coordinator, Dal Innovates
Department/Unit Research Services
Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Posting Number S061-24
Employee Group DPMG
Position Type Term
Duration of Contract (if applicable)Two year
Employment Type Full Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE)1.0 FTE
Salary $51,234 to $68,435 per annum
Classification ADM-04
Provisional Statement This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role. About Dalhousie University Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018
Job Summary Dalhousie University, under the leadership of the Vice-President Research & Innovation (VPRI), administers over $200M annually in research and innovation funding. Under the Office of Commercialization and Industry Engagement (OCIE), as part of Dal Innovates, and reporting to the Associate Director, Dal Innovates, the Project Coordinator will develop and manage program communications, as well as serve as a project manager for programming, to support Dal Innovates goal of community engagement, and developing a culture of innovation
Key Responsibilities - Develop and manage content for the Dal Innovates website including design, maintenance and hosting as the website is housed outside of Dalhousie. Manage social media channels and content development. Manage contractors to develop assets. Manage related budgets.
- Ensure all communications efforts connect students with resources that allow them to make the most of their experience. Lead search engine optimization of pages, analytics, and metrics for website use.
- Conduct internal stakeholder engagement to ensure strategy alignment with the Office of the VPRI as well as other OCIE business units within Dalhousie e.g. Sandboxes, Emera ideaHUB. Lead story development with Dal Innovates and Office of the VPRI teams.
- Develop and manage a project plan that ensures the implementation of Dal Innovates initiatives, including information systems that facilitate programming, analysis, evaluation and reporting of Dal Innovates delivery.
- Determine independently the level/form of analysis required based on anticipating the queries and interests of various actors across the university. Liaise with various internal and external stakeholders, including convening various groups for dialogue.
Note The position infrequently will need to participate in sessions and provide support outside of normal working hours.
The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines
Required Qualifications - Undergraduate degree in relevant field plus approximately three to five years related experience (or equivalent combination of training and experience).
- Experience in the successful development, launch and success of new initiatives and programming.
- Familiarity with experiential learning in a university setting or alternately with the innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem in Halifax.
- Superb communication (verbal and written) skills as well as experience in marketing and communications.
- Ability to work within accelerated deadlines and under pressure, and a good familiarity with project management.
- Strong computer skills, including a working knowledge of word processing, social media, spreadsheets, database management, web page design and development, and online design tools, e.g. Canva.
Assets - Experience in a university setting, with time devoted to managing projects, administering programs and/or servicing students.
Job Competencies The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core and leadership competencies ( in particular:
- Self-Awareness & Professionalism
- Respect & Inclusion
- Adaptability
- Knowledge & Thinking Skills
- Communication
Additional Information Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program. Application Consideration Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration
We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or Human Resources
Diversity Statement Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies One (1)
Open Date 02/21/2024
Close Date 03/08/2024
Open Until Filled No
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