Description
The Office of Institutional Commitments is currently seeking a Full-time Limited Term SDSN Canada Program Specialist for approximately 24 months.
Reporting to the Associate Director Institutional Commitments & Projects, the Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) Canada Program Specialist is responsible for supporting the University of Calgary, as the host of SDSN Canada (80%) and supporting the work of the Office of Institutional Commitments (OIC)(20%). They will engage the University of Calgary campus community and other post-secondary campuses and knowledge institutions in sustainability and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through events and other initiatives. Located in the Office of Institutional Commitments the SDSN Canada Program Specialist will also contribute to priority projects within the office related to sustainability, mental health and well-being, and Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (EDIA).
The SDSN Canada Program Specialist is a highly specialized and strategic position that leads sustainability and SDG initiatives that connect with many units on campus, including the areas of EDIA, and campus mental health and well being. This position will also work closely with national and global collaborating institutions. The position requires exceptional interpersonal skills and an ability to productively engage and inform a diverse range of major groups on implementation of the University's Institutional Sustainability Strategy (ISS), ISS Action Plan, and SDSN Canada Strategy and Workplan.
The SDSN Canada Program Specialist is a highly autonomous role that requires judgement and decision making. The work of this position is dynamic and may be complex. Stressors include the variation and volume of work, multiple priorities, and numerous, often simultaneous, deadlines. The position demands excellent organizational and communication skills to develop relationships and collaborate with students, staff, and faculty members at the University of Calgary and other post-secondary institutions and knowledge institutions. The position requires strong writing skills to support creation of funding applications for University of Calgary and SDSN Canada to deliver events and other initiatives.
This position normally works Monday to Friday, 35.0 hours per week. Evening and weekend shifts and/or overtime may be required on occasion.
Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):
Qualifications / Requirements:
Application Deadline: February 7, 2025
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Specialist/Advisor Job Family, Phase 3.
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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.
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 Institutional Commitments ([email protected]) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources ([email protected]).
Do you have most but not all the qualifications? Research show that women, racialized and visible minorities, and persons with disabilities are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At UCalgary we are committed to achieving equitable, diverse, inclusive and accessible employment practices and workplaces and encourage you to apply if you believe you are right for this role.
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.