Employment - Project Coordinator (Education) - Limited Term

Project Coordinator (Education) - Limited Term

Cape Breton University

Full-Time Temporary

Weekdays

Description

Cape Breton University (CBU) is looking for Project Coordinator under the direction of Dr. Carrie Karsgaard for an innovative project empowering youth as critical voices in climate decision-making. This initiative aims to transition students from activism to influential roles in policy creation, collaborating with educators and youth across 12 high-emission nations and 26 Canadian schools. This role is for approximately 2 years (Subject to External Funding).

In this role, you will work closely with the Principal Investigator, research team, and high school educators to coordinate a global networked classroom focused on climate change and energy transition. Your responsibilities will include organizing project activities, managing communications with stakeholders, documenting progress, and facilitating workshops and events. You’ll also be involved in budgeting, travel coordination, and supporting data collection efforts.

The ideal candidate will have a university degree, experience with project coordination, and proficiency in collaborative tools like Google Suite. Strong organizational and communication skills, along with a proactive approach, are essential. You should be willing to travel and work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Applications for the successful candidate will include a:

  • cover letter describing the expertise of the applicant
  • complete resume
  • list of at least three references.
    • Short listed candidates will be required to submit three reference letters.

Please upload all required documents to Additional Documents if no designated area is listed. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Click here to view more information and to apply.

Applications must be received by October 27, 2024.

Cape Breton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply but applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

CBU is committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and applicants are encouraged to self-identity if they are part of a marginalised community, or have experience working with Indigenous communities.

If we contact you for an interview and you are a person with a disability who requires technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance.

How To Apply

Cape Breton University will be accepting applications for this opportunity via their Human Resource Information System (HRIS), or other external site. Please follow the link and the instructions below carefully. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.

Apply here

Intended Audience

This employment opportunity is open for: Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and temporary residents who are able to work for any employer in Canada (study permit, open work permit holders).

Only applicants who are authorized to work in Canada will be considered.

Location Information
Community
Sydney
County
Cape Breton Regional Municipality
Province
Nova Scotia
Country
Canada
Opportunity Information
Employer
Cape Breton University
NOC Code
—
Experience Required
Yes
Available Openings
1
Pay Type
Salary
Pay Period
Annually
Remuneration Per Pay Period
$59113.00 per year (to be negotiated)
Estimated Weekly Hours
35.00
Start Date
—
End Date
—
Language
English
Language Proficiency Level
Posted on
October 11th 2024
Expires
October 27th 2024