Project Coordinator/Manager

About Western

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth.  We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

About Us

The Faculty of Education will transform education and transform lives by leading and contributing to teaching excellence in research-intensive academic and professional programs, and through world-class research that produces measurable and high-quality social impact that benefits society. We are committed to enhancing equity and accessibility for all learners, and culturally and socially responsive knowledge brokering and mobilization.

Responsibilities

The Project Coordinator/Manager will be responsible for managing an education research project with sites across Canada and the Caribbean, and will work with researchers at different institutions. This position includes milestone monitoring, financial planning and monitoring, expense submissions, and general project management. Some data analysis and management may also be involved. 

Qualifications 

Education:
-   Undergraduate Degree; Project Management Professional certification preferred

Experience:
-   2 years' work experience in a related field

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:  
-   Familiarity with best practices in building a strong collaborative team and leading people
-   Familiarity with project life cycles
-   Familiarity with techniques for planning, managing and coordinating multiple projects, with competing priorities that involve a variety of stakeholders
-   Project management skills to ensure team roles are clear, milestones are communicated and deadlines are met
-   Familiarity with best practices for change management
-   Communication skills to clearly and effectively interact with all levels of the organization
-   Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
-   A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation and conflict resolution skills
-   Results-oriented with the ability to motivate and coach employees to meet high performance standards
-   Ability to interact professionally with students, staff, faculty, and other members of the University community
-   Strong client focus with a desire to achieve results

Why Western?

Western offers a broad and exciting variety of part-time and temporary employment opportunities with ample room for job exploration and growth.  Within our beautiful campus, you are part of a progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance including access to our state-of-the-art recreation centre.  Apply for an opportunity to be part of the Western community and contribute to its success!

Applying at Western

To ensure that your application is given full consideration, please complete all relevant sections of the application.  In addition, you can choose to supplement your application with a cover letter and current resume.

Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications.  Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.

Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

Please Note:

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.


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