Indigenous Student - Program Assistant

Description

The University of Calgary (UCalgary) has one of Canada's largest and most successful continuing education programs. Continuing Education is an academic unit whose mission is to strengthen our university and our community by providing high-quality educational opportunities to lifelong learners. Continuing Education administers more than 20,000 course enrolments per year, generating over $10 million in tuition revenues in the process. 

The Indigenous Student, Program Assistant reports to the Domestic Programs Director and will work closely with the Indigenous Program Specialist, as well as a variety of team members within the unit. The Indigenous Student, Program Assistant will work with internal stakeholders, Indigenous communities and Indigenous organizations to support access to education for Indigenous peoples and to develop programming related to Indigenous peoples, cultures and histories. The Indigenous Student, Program Assistant will work closely with the Indigenous Program Specialist to support initiatives related to the implementation of ii'taa'poh'to'p, UCalgary¿s Indigenous strategy.

The Indigenous Student, Program Assistant will work up to 20 hours per week. The Indigenous Student, Program Assistant will support the exploration and development of Indigenous-specific programs, as well as non-Indigenous-specific programs. The Indigenous Student, Program Assistant duties will support administrative tasks, student support, stakeholder engagement, market research, program development and process development.

Qualifications/Expertise Required:

• Currently enrolled in a degree program, such as Arts, Commerce, Communications, Education, Indigenous Studies, Science, Social Science or Social Work.
• Some related experience in student support, market research, competitive analysis, and engagement.
• Ability to follow directions, understand priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Professional Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication, time management, organizational and interpersonal skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to perform multiple and varied tasks, with attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to take initiative to manage projects independently and seek support. 
• Positive attitude and demonstrated ability to be a collaborative team member.
• Some related office experience would be an asset.
• Some community engagement experience would be an asset.

Accountabilities/Tasks and Duties: 

Administrative Support

• Ensure prompt, respectful, and responsive communication with students, staff, and community members.
• Perform records management in compliance with UCalgary policies. 
• Perform meeting logistics and minute-taking.
• Perform other administrative duties as required.

Program Support

• With the Indigenous Program Specialist, maintain and report on grant requirements. 
• Research grant opportunities and compile a database of available grants and funders.
• When applicable, support the grant writing process by creating the first draft.
• With support from the Indigenous Program Specialist, provide and gather information to support Indigenous students regarding Indigenous programs.
• Support program administration for the Continuing Education team .
• Support with event planning and coordination.

Program Development and Market Research

• Support the development of new programs focusing on land-based learning, reconciliation, and Indigenous Relations. 
• Together with the Indigenous Program Specialist, engage Indigenous and non-Indigenous stakeholders to support the delivery of programs focused on reconciliation and Indigenous Relations.
• Gather, assess, and maintain competitive analyses of existing and emerging products/services, market developments, and industry trends.
• Perform research on the barriers and opportunities of Indigenous students in post-secondary institutions.
• Prepare final reports on these findings.

Application Deadline: September 11, 2024.

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes.  Please note that only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion ([email protected]) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources ([email protected]).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)

About the University of Calgary
 
UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada¿s leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
 
About Calgary, Alberta

Calgary is one of the world's cleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders - in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour's drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.