Scholars' Program Student Coordinator

**About Western**: Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference. **About Us**: Leadership & Learning staff enrich students’ experiences from the moment they are accepted to Western, all the way to graduation, and beyond. Through a series of inclusive and tailored programs and services, we help students discover and develop their strengths, navigate academic, social, and professional transitions, engage in communities, and build a life and career they love. Key Goals of the Unit: As a result of programs and services offered in the Leadership & Learning pillar, Western students: - Develop leadership skills through experiences, mentoring, and formal training - Engage in experiential learning opportunities through co-curricular activities, work integrated learning, entrepreneurship, global experiences, and community engaged learning that prepare them for future professional, academic, and work endeavours - Access a more inclusive campus community that promotes cultural awareness and competencies among students, Indigenizes the institution, and removes barriers to student learning - Achieve well-being through active participation in a range of programs and services that promote healthy behaviours and support students in responding to challenges they experience - Are community engaged by actively building connections with members of Western, local, and global communities - Identify and feel connected to the Western Mustangs community; students recognize that individual contributions to, and membership within, the Mustangs community contributes to both our individual and collective success **Responsibilities**: **Responsibilities** Western Scholars, Scholar’s Electives, and WISE are all programs for high-achieving students. The Student Coordinator will report to and work alongside the Coordinator in order to ensure the success of these programs. Throughout the year, he/she is expected to engage in various administrative duties, represent the programs at promotional events, and interact with students on an ongoing basis. The Student is responsible for updating and maintaining the program social media platform, planning and promoting scholars’ events, managing the budget for events, and bringing creative flair to presentations and student interactions. The student must constantly address the needs of scholars and follow through on assigned tasks and projects in a timely manner. He/she must be an ambassador of the school at all times and interact with faculty, students, and the general public in a highly professional manner. **Requirements**: Must be a full-time Scholars student in high academic standing with a proven record of exceptional extracurricular involvement and diverse interests. Student must have actively participated in the Scholars programs. **Knowledge and Skills** - Knowledge of various first year courses offered to students - Captivating presentation skills and a flair for public speaking - Excellent organizational and time-management skills - Proven track record of leadership involvement - Social media savvy - Creativity and willingness to implement new ideas and events - Maintaining student confidentiality tasks, create and follow through on initiatives related to program enhancement, and help ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the Leadership and Mentorship Program. **Why Western?**: Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English. **Western Values Diversity**: Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194. **Please Note**: We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.