Governance Outreach Coordinator

1 week ago


Edmonton, Canada University of Alberta Students' Union Full time

**ABOUT THE STUDENTS’ UNION**

The University of Alberta Students’ Union (UASU) is the official student-run organization for undergraduates at the University of Alberta. We aim to improve the undergraduate student experience through the services, events and spaces that we provide. We also advocate on behalf of students within the university community, and to all levels of government.

**WHAT WE OFFER**
- Comprehensive health, dental & vision benefits for you and your family.
- Life & disability insurance.
- A matching RRSP contribution program.
- Generous and flexible vacation benefits and other leave.
- An open, supportive, collaborative and innovative organization — we thrive on the great ideas of our team.
- The opportunity to make a difference by working at a not-for-profit organization.
- An annual Wellness Spending Account to better your life outside of work.
- Additional training & professional development opportunities.

**ABOUT UASU GOVERNANCE**

The UASU’s Governance department supports various bodies, representatives and officers in their overall fulfillment and execution of governance activities for the UASU and related student representative entities. The department advises, educates, empowers and provides administrative support to the UASU executive and senior leadership, Students’ Council, various governance committees, the elections office, student representative associations, the members and officers of these governance groups, representative students-at-large, and other relevant entities.

**OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION**

The Governance Outreach Coordinator works with Student Representative Associations (SRAs) to advise, build relationships with and provide training materials and resources to SRAs. The Governance Outreach Coordinator will also be responsible for the successful implementation of governance and leadership development programming opportunities at the UASU.

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Lead and develop content and programming for the Stride program, the Foundations Summit for Sustainability and Leadership (FSSL) and other UASU leadership programs.
- Plan and implement a variety of programming through booking spaces, reaching out to potential speakers, organizing event logistics and creating programming materials and program timelines.
- Build and maintain supportive and collaborative relationships between the UASU and Student Representative Associations.
- Maintain a working knowledge of campus and community resources that can be used to support SRA development.
- Develop and implement training programs for SRA executives.
- Oversee transition materials and process for SRA Executives.
- Act as a resource and liaison for SRAs in their dealings with SU operations
- Build relationships, and effectively deal with Students’ Union and University staff, students, and the general public.
- Maintain up to date policy documents for all areas of work.
- Perform all duties with impartiality and with respect for the integrity of governance processes.
- Participate in University and UASU committees, task forces and working groups, as required.
- Work collaboratively with members of the UASU Governance Team and be a strong team player.
- Assist in the development of budgets, reports, research and planning activities.
- Perform other work-related duties and projects as assigned.

**Qualifications**
- Post-secondary education or equivalent experience, with preference to a relevant field of study such as corporate governance, business administration, economics and public policy
- Experience in one or multiple of the following: a governance-related position; on and with different governing or decision-making bodies; working with executive and senior management roles; writing and interpreting governing documents.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills.
- Strong interpersonal and conflict management skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong creative thinking and problem solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize between multiple responsibilities.
- Ability to interact effectively with colleagues, students, and the general public.
- Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment.
- Ability to work in office and in a hybrid environment.

**Preferred Skils**
- Experience developing a thorough understanding of bylaws, policies, procedures and protocols in a governance context.
- Good working knowledge of parliamentary procedure (e.g. Robert’s Rules of Order) and procedures for the conduct of meetings, both formal and informal.
- Understanding of UASU governance structures and operations.

**Working Conditions**
- Number of hours worked per week may vary, with an average of 37.5 hours expected
- Willingness and ability to work varying hours as needed, including some evenings and weekends
- Work is primarily in-person on the University of Alberta campus. Hybrid work may be possible to accommodate.



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