Project Coordinator/Manager (O.E.)

About Western

With an international reputation for success, Western ranks as one of Canada's top research-intensive universities. Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world application. Western also provides an exceptional employment experience, offering competitive salaries, a wide range of employment opportunities and one of Canada's most beautiful campuses.

About Us

The Faculty of Health Sciences is a large, diverse, and comprehensive unit, comprised of seven Schools (Nursing, Kinesiology, Health Studies, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Communication Sciences and Disorders. and Food and Nutritional Sciences), a large Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Health and Rehabilitation Sciences and four Research Centers. The Faculty has more than 4,000 undergraduate students and more than 900 graduate students (200 PhD students).

The School of Health Studies is a diverse community of students and professors committed to improving human health around the globe. The mission of the School is to nurture the creativity, curiosity, and critical thinking of tomorrow’s global leaders, through transformative interdisciplinary research, education, and knowledge mobilization. Delivering a primarily undergraduate program, the School of Health Studies focuses on streams of studies including Health Sciences, Health and Aging, Health Promotion, Biology, and Rehabilitation Sciences.

Responsibilities

The Project Coordinator/Manager will be responsible for supporting and overseeing all aspects of one or more projects within a research group, department, or Faculty.  The incumbent will coordinate and provide ongoing leadership of the project, and manage all project phases by setting deadlines, assigning responsibilities, and monitoring and summarizing progress and results.  The incumbent will engage various stakeholders, ensure project support and sponsorship, and provide leadership and direction to the project team. 

Position Summary

The role requires an undergraduate degree in Health Sciences, Public Health, Global Health, Social Sciences, or a related field, with a Master’s degree preferred. Candidates must have strong project coordination and organizational skills, excellent written and verbal communication abilities across diverse and cross-cultural contexts, and experience supporting research or multi-country projects. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and virtual collaboration tools, close attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively are essential. A commitment to ethical research practices, equity, and cultural sensitivity is also required.

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!

Affirmation Policy

Western, like many postsecondary institutions in Canada, is moving beyond sole reliance upon Indigenous self-identification in its hiring processes. This is to safeguard against the use of incorrect, incomplete, or misleading information in circumstances in which a candidate has made a declaration of Indigenous citizenship or membership. Candidates who are invited for an interview or who are short-listed, and who have made a declaration of Indigenous citizenship or membership for material advantage at Western, including where required or preferred for the position, will be asked to have their declaration of Indigenous citizenship or membership affirmed through a relational accountability process, led by the Office of Indigenous Initiatives (OII), that is consistent with Indigenous ways of knowing, being, and doing. Please contact the OII directly for details on the affirmation processes: https://indigenous.uwo.ca/. The policy can be viewed at: POLICY 1.58 - Affirming Declarations of Indigenous Citizenship or Membership at Western University.

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:

This position is an existing vacancy. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.


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