Job Description

Job Title

Community Engagement Strategist

Requisition #

997425.1

Job Type

Conditionally Funded Term (for staff and exempt)

Position End Date (if applicable)

Location:

MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary)

Posting

About MRU

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. Mount Royal has carved out a distinct niche by offering smaller class sizes, a robust liberal education and unique undergraduate programs. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 13 bachelor\'s degrees and 38 majors.

Mount Royal University is located in the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of the Treaty 7 region in southern Alberta, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut\'ina and the Iyarhe Nakoda. We are situated on land where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. The traditional Blackfoot name of this place is "Mohkinstsis," which we now call the city of Calgary. The city of Calgary is also home to the M\xc3\xa9tis Nation.

Mount Royal University is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.

About the Trico Changemakers Studio

The Trico Changemakers Studio brings together community organizations and students immersed in Calgary\'s social innovation milieu to work alongside each other and collaborate on new innovative ideas that address social and/or environmental challenges. The space serves as a community co-working space, social R&D space, and studio space for MRU students enrolled in any faculty on campus working on social innovation and changemaking challenges.

About the Role

Reporting to the Director of the Trico Changemakers Studio, the Community Engagement Strategist will lead several high profile community engagement programs for the Studio. The Community Engagement Strategist is responsible for developing new, and maintaining existing relationships with communities both external and internal to MRU (including but not limited to communities, organizations, Indigenous Elders, community practitioners; as well as MRU students, faculty members, administration and staff). The position helps design, implement and facilitate programs and initiatives that further MRUs commitments to community engagement and changemaking.

The Trico Changemakers Studio is a social innovation, collaboration and learning hub at the intersection of campus and community. Our home at Mount Royal University (MRU) embeds us in a community committed to creativity, learning, testing new ideas and pushing boundaries. MRU is part of a global network of 42 designated Ashoka U Changemaker Campuses, recognized for our commitment to excellence in social innovation education, empowering our students to become engaged citizens, co-creating knowledge and solving complex problems. At the Trico Changemakers Studio, our work is focused in three main areas: 1) Amplifying the work of changemakers; 2) Designing and facilitating meaningful change processes, and; 3) Growing the capacity of changemakers to make meaningful change in the world.

Responsibilities

PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT

Work with internal and external organizations, personnel, department, faculty, and communities to execute Studio programming

Prepare and deliver presentations and workshops to engage faculty, staff, students, and/or community members

Analyze and use participant feedback, data and metrics to challenge or affirm assumptions, identify opportunities and assess the efficacy of Studio programming

Provide culturally sensitive facilitation and cultural protocol advising (including gift giving, Elder payments, introductions, use of ceremony, etc.)

Ensure all events are run smoothly, efficiently and inclusively

Manage project budget and finances where applicable, including cost control, reporting procedures, and ensure that the program operates within budget

Recruit, train and supervise casual (student) staff and volunteers

Contribute to the Studio\'s strategic planning and programming goal-setting

Provide assistance in general office management when needed

INTERNAL + EXTERNAL STAKEHOLDER RELATIONSHIPS

Develop, grow and manage partnerships with community organizations, members, students and faculty.

Respond to external inquiries in a timely and professional manner

Work alongside partner organizations and other MRU Institutes and Centres, the Bissett School of Business and key funding and programming partners (including Calgary Foundation, Calgary Arts Development, AshokaU)

Act as a representative of the Studio at on-campus and off-campus events and meetings.

MARKETING, COMMUNICATIONS + DESIGN

Develop all marketing and promotional materials for community programs

Oversee the documentation of key community partnership programs for storytelling and promotion.

Develop and implement successful marketing strategy for community engagement in Studio programs

Organize and participate in events and opportunities to boost Studio awareness and program outreach.

Utilize and activate social media channels, and where appropriate, design and implement enhancements to social media and web-based outreach

EVENT MANAGEMENT

Lead the successful organizing of events, including planning logistics such as d\xc3\xa9cor, catering, entertainment, transportation, facilities and equipment, invitations, ceremonial aspects, promotional material

Utilize Member feedback and data to inform and plan upcoming programs and events

Qualifications

3 or 4 year Bachelor\'s degree or equivalent

3-5 years experience in a relevant field

Demonstrated cross-cultural group facilitation skills

Relevant undergraduate degree in field related to community investment, social innovation, non-profit management or leadership education.

Experience working in a post-secondary environment with Faculty, Staff and Students, and/or a complex public-sector environment an asset.

Relevant and progressive experience working with students and communities in community engagement working toward fostering and maintaining new relationships and building capacity for changemaking.

Ability to form strong working relationships and partnerships both internal and external to the University.

Demonstrated skill and comfort in proactively building relationships with community partners and organizations.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Strong time management and organizational skills and an ability to manage diverse activities, meet deadlines and flexible to changing situations and priorities.

Ability to work with minimal supervision and direction, prioritizing and self-identifying opportunities and efficiencies in task and workflow management.

Excellent leadership, communication, decision making, problem solving, conflict resolution and planning skills.

Proficiency with basic office suite applications, including word processing, spreadsheets and some exposure to database design and management.

Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and design and/or other creative software will be considered an asset.

What We Offer

Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions.

At Mount Royal University, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. Mount Royal University offers a competitive total compensation package including health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre. (check whether this applies - under 6 month term)

Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, climbing, aquatics, sports and certifications for students, employees and the public.

Union: MRSA

Position Class: SAC08 Academic Services VIII

Salary: $59,675 - $ 75,507 per annum

Closing Date: September 19, 2023

Note: There is is strong internal candidate for this position

A cover letter and resume should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number], [Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith, 999999, CV.pdf).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Recent Mount Royal graduates who are foreign nationals may be eligible to work on campus. Please refer to the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website under Post-Graduation Employment at .

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Mount Royal University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to fostering diversity as a source of excellence, intellectual and cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome applications from those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, faculty and their scholarship including but not limited to Indigenous Peoples, women, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual or gender identity, ethnic, national or socio-economic background, religion or age.

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