Academic Programs Specialist, Academic Administration

5 days ago


Winnipeg, Canada Red River College Polytechnic Full time

**Academic Programs Specialist**
Academic Administration
- **POSITION TYPE**: Full-Time Position Available
- **SALARY**: $69,726 - $93,363 per annum
- **POSITION LOCATION**: Notre Dame Campus (Winnipeg, MB)
- **DUTIES**
The Academic Programs Specialist will work with the Executive Director (ED), Academic to drive academic initiatives and help realize the priorities established in the Strategic and Academic Plans. They will be responsible for coordinating key projects, gathering information, preparing documents, and providing recommendations to support the development, management, and execution of initiatives that contribute to the long-term success of the academic division.
- The Academic Programs Specialist will be an integral part of the ED, Academic’s team, contributing to the development and execution of key academic initiatives. The incumbent works with highly confidential information on a regular basis including preparation of correspondence related to confidential communications internally and with government, funders and other key partners about projects and academic program or process changes being considered. Additionally, they would have access to government proposals and correspondence, information related to labour management relations, contract negotiations and projects.
- **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS**
- Several years of experience preparing and/or reviewing proposals or grants
- Several years of experience in project coordination and implementation with a proven track record of delivering initiatives on time and within budget
- Ability to develop, collaborate on and execute academic initiatives in a team-based setting at a senior level
- Extensive experience in researching, developing, and evaluating complex policy and programs
- Superior writing skills with meticulous grammar and spelling
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability with taking initiative on work
- Excellent interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
- Superior skills in project coordination software and tools
- Proficient in MS Office, presentation software, Visio, Database (such as Access Database)
- Experience building a respectful workplace culture that promotes diversity, learning and continuous improvement

**ASSET QUALIFICATIONS**
- Experience working in a post-secondary institution or government department (with focus on post-secondary)
- Knowledge of higher education policies and regulations with emphasis on program development and renewal

**CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT**
- Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- This position may be required to work evenings and/or weekends
- May be required to work at various RRC Polytech campuses
- RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of Anishinaabe, Ininiwak, Anishininew, Dakota, and Dené, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg’s clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.



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