The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community – UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.

Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.

The opportunity:

The Program Coordinator, 50-30 Challenge and WEKH, reports to the Associate Director, and is responsible for leading in the design, development, and implementation Partnership Development + Outreach at the both national and regional levels for 50-30, while also supporting PD+O at the national and regional levels for both WEKH as requested. The position will support the Associate Director with program/infrastructure development, as well as supporting research activities. The Program Coordinator acts as the lead for planning and executing regional and ecosystem partner events on Indigenous women entrepreneurship and Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion with ecosystem partners across Canada; this includes the development and execution of an ongoing engagement strategies, as well as developing and monitoring records and budgets for any events, engagements and/or meetings as needed.

The Program Coordinator acts as the main point of contact for all regional ecosystem partners across Canada and maintains working relationships with ecosystem partners through collaboration and engagement on events, projects, and initiatives that align with 50-30’s mission to increase the representation of and inclusion of diverse groups within organizations across Canada.

The Program Coordinator is responsible for the preparation and dissemination of all public relations materials for the WEKH Indigenous newsletter, as well as providing Indigenous materials for the WEKH Blog and Social Media Channels; this includes communication and liaison with Indigenous partners, internal staff and the public, as needed.

The qualifications and experience we’re looking for:

• Undergraduate degree in a related discipline is required.
• A degree in Business, Leadership, or Entrepreneurship or related field is an asset.
• Minimum two years of directly-related administrative experience required.
• Experience in partnership development and outreach with Indigenous communities is required.
• Experience working with Indigenous businesses is an asset.
• Experience collecting and analyzing data is required.
• An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills required.
• High degree of professionalism and tact required.
• Being independently motivated, dependable, and the ability to work remotely is required.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and projects at once is required.
• Ability to delegate work and provide feedback and guidance to administrative employees required.
• Adaptable and flexible to the many unique needs of Indigenous partners from different community or cultural groups required.
• Empathetic approaches to relationship building and partnership management is required.
• Strong political acumen is required.
• Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities and Indigenous cultural knowledge is required.
• Knowledge of university regulations, programs and procedures as they relate to the function/program.

Why the University of Manitoba?

Along with being one of Manitoba’s top employers, we are proud to provide a collaborative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package with a competitive salary, the University provides an exceptional workplace that includes:

• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• A full spectrum of professional development opportunities.

Apply today through the University of Manitoba’s recruitment site, UM Careers: https://viprecprod.ad.umanitoba.ca/DEFAULT.ASPX?REQ_ID=26721

Closing Date: May 22, 2023

Applications will only be accepted if you apply on UM Careers.

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact UM.Accommodation@umanitoba.caor 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $27.91-$39.34 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2023-06-19

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