Student Research and Community Engagement Officer

3 weeks ago


Kamloops, Canada Thompson Rivers University Full time

Application Restrictions- Open to both Internal and external- Job Type- Administrative/Management- Posting In effect from- 30/5/2023- Closing Application Date- 13/6/2023-
- Full/Part Time- Full Time- Admin Type- Ongoing- Anticipated Start Date- 1/6/2023- Position End Date (If Applicable)- DUTIESReporting to the Manager, Student Research and Community Engagement, the Student Research and Community Engagement Officer manages projects that advance the strategic priorities of the Office of Student Research and Community Engagement. In working towards TRU’s goal to be national leaders in community-engaged research and student training, the Officer provides high level project management leadership. This position will work closely with the TRU community, local stakeholders, as well as national and international partners to support students and community-engaged research. This position will manage projects across diverse spaces in virtual and face-to-face settings.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Managing and driving student engagement projects including assigning, overseeing, and reporting on projects with mínimal supervision or guidance
- Managing large teams for various projects as assigned
- Working collaboratively with various internal and external stakeholders to achieve goals for projects with competing deadlines
- Manages and conducts training programs as required for specific projects
- Supports and provides input on the assessment and best practices for evaluation of the projects.
- Participates in strategic planning in the Office of Student Research and Community Engagement
- Translates high-level initiatives and ideas into understandable and actionable projects
- Oversees support provided to students on core projects
- Communicate effectively and in a timely manner with multiple stakeholders
- Managing events and ensuring they are coordinated and aligned with the academic cycle and community needs
- Work in collaboration with other units to share knowledge, best practices, and opportunities regarding student research and community engagement

REPORTS TO
Manager, Student Research and Community Engagement
- QUALIFICATIONSREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS
- Education/Experience
- Bachelors Degree in a related field
- Two years working experience in a related field, including project management, supervision, budgeting, and program planning
- Supervisory experience
- Knowledge and skills of web development tools

Skills and Knowledge
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills, with the ability to use judgement and tact when dealing with various stakeholders
- Excellent research skills with ability to synthesize data/information and develop/deliver findings and recommendations
- Ability to work effectively both independently with minimum supervision and as part of a team with an aptitude for working in a collegial and collaborative environment
- Ability to work flexible hours and weekends as needed
- Knowledge of the post-secondary education sector, including policy and managerial issues
- Able to establish priorities, and work on multiple projects concurrently
- Experience in fostering effective communication within and among groups
- Outstanding interpersonal and organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Detail oriented, resourceful, innovative, flexible, accessible
- Pay Band- Admin Pay Band BL- Location- Kamloops, BC CA (Primary)- # of Hires Needed- 1- Organizational Unit- Thompson Rivers University -> Research and Graduate Studies -> Research Services- Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:



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