Senior Contract Officer

2 weeks ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada Lakehead University Student Union Full time
CAMPUS: Remote (some travel to Orillia/Thunder Bay as required) TERM: May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2027; two-year contract, renewable
REPORTS TO: Executive Director (ED)
HOURS: 35 hours/week, Monday to Friday; The Governance and Advocacy Officer is a senior team member responsible for supporting LUSU's governing structures, coordinating internal operations, and advancing advocacy efforts within the university and externally on government policies affecting students. This role oversees governance and HR functions, supports student leaders, and facilitates leadership and advocacy development. The ideal candidate has strong organizational, communication, and policy skills and a passion for student advocacy and post-secondary education.

Governance and Internal Support:
Provide administrative and logistical support to LUSU's governing bodies, including the Executive Committee (EC), Board of Directors (BOD), and committees/working groups, as well as the Executive Director (ED).
Prepare and distribute governance documents, such as meeting agendas, reports, and minutes.
Support student appointees to university governance bodies by providing training, resources, and coordination.
Advocacy and Policy Engagement:
Work with the ED to identify and prioritize key advocacy issues affecting students.
Support the development and execution of advocacy campaigns, policy research, and engagement strategies.
Monitor and analyze government policies affecting post-secondary education and student issues, providing recommendations and briefings.
Draft reports, submissions, and statements on behalf of LUSU regarding student issues and policy concerns.

Develop materials and resources to support advocacy campaigns, governance initiatives, and student outreach efforts.
Ensure governance and advocacy efforts are clearly communicated to students and stakeholders.
Work with the team to develop strategic messaging on governance and advocacy-related matters.
Develop and facilitate training sessions, workshops, and leadership programs for student leaders as well as working with ED to support EC and BOD training.
Assist in creating guides and toolkits to help student leaders navigate governance and advocacy.

Support the ED in managing the student union's HR software (BambooHR) and ensure HR policies are effectively implemented.
Assist the ED with administrative duties, as well as other tasks as needed.
Maintain and update the Employee Handbook in alignment with best practices and legal requirements.
Support governance-related HR functions, including policy development, compliance, and internal training.

A bachelor's degree or diploma in a relevant field, such as political science, public administration, or business, is preferred. Proven experience in governance, advocacy, policy, or internal coordination.
Strong understanding of governance structures and organizational policies.
Experience supporting HR functions or familiarity with HR policies is an asset.
Passion for student advocacy, leadership development, and a deep understanding of student issues and the post-secondary sector.

in particular, applications are encouraged from Queer and Trans people, women, Black, Indigenous, and Racialized people, and Disabled People. Address your application to Farhan Yousaf, Executive Director, and use the subject line "Application: Governance and Advocacy Officer".

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