Job Description

Coordinator, Northern and Indigenous Sustainable Energy Initiatives

The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous Peoples to reflect the community we serve. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Only Indigenous candidates will be considered for this position. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. is a condition of employment and a requirement to hold this position and the successful candidate must maintain those conditions throughout their employment.

At the School of Environment and Sustainability (SENS), we value and foster relationships with partner organizations and communities. The mission of the Energy Security stream of the Master of Sustainability Degree program (MSs) is to empower a network of northern, Indigenous, remote, and career professionals through distance education and purpose-driven practical experience to lead sustainable community energy development. Demands are growing for community energy planners in First Nation, M\xc3\xa9tis, and Northern communities and this program provides graduates with the skills to lead the development of energy projects that provide renewable energy options and maximize social and economic benefits to local communities.

Primary Purpose:

The Coordinator, Northern and Indigenous Sustainable Energy Initiatives provides administrative support 1) to the SENS Energy Security program, with a focus on building community partnerships and on student recruitment and retention, across Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut, and 2) to fundraising efforts for SENS Energy Security program and public engagement activities, with a focus on building stakeholder relations with federal, territorial, and Indigenous governments and agencies, as well as industry and utility partners.

Nature of Work:

Reporting to the Executive Director of the dynamic and growing School of Environment and Sustainability, the successful applicant works collaboratively with and communicates with a wide range of stakeholders, including faculty, staff, prospective students, current students and community partners including not only First Nation, M\xc3\xa9tis, and Northern communities, but also federal, territorial, and Indigenous governments and agencies, as well as industry and utility partners. This position works in a team environment to help develop and implement highly effective student recruitment, student retention, community engagement, stakeholder partnership, and fundraising strategies for the MSs Energy Security stream and related outreach activities. The work requires a mastery of curricular, programmatic, and admissions-related details (pertaining to graduate studies) and an ability to render them clear and accessible to many types of audiences on campus and off, in person and through high-impact communications across multiple media. The work is demanding, multifaceted and often time-sensitive.

This position requires an open mind, innovative thinking, good judgement, good communications skills, and a strong commitment to creating an exceptional student experience. The position also requires an ability to collaborate effectively, forge beneficial partnerships, and an awareness of the culture and practices of the First Nation, M\xc3\xa9tis, and Northern communities with which the work will be done. The successful applicant must be adept and highly effective in representing the School and University in many different settings before different audiences.

Typical Duties or Accountabilities:

• Help develop and manage the strategic student recruitment and enrolment plan for the SENS MSs Energy Security stream in consultation with the Executive Director.
• Develop and articulate key recruiting messages and develop and employ a suite of recruiting tools, in consultation with the Executive Director and the Energy Security program leads.
• Act as one of the primary contacts for the day-to-day support needs of SENS students, and work with other members of the SENS team to provide advice and guidance to students about admission, registration, academic regulations, academic policies and program requirements.
• Work with First Nation, M\xc3\xa9tis, and Northern communities to ensure that SENS engages appropriately end effectively when recruiting in Indigenous communities.
• Develop and maintain effective and ongoing relationships with Federal, Provincial and local agencies, academia, industry, community partners, and other key stakeholders.
• Help develop and implement fundraising strategies for federal, provincial and local agencies, academia, industry, community partners, and other key stakeholders.
• Facilitate meetings with the various stakeholders and outreach initiatives for Indigenous communities.

Education:

An undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Experience:

One to two years of related experience, preferably in a post-secondary environment. Experience in establishing productive working relationships with a variety of external stakeholders, including community partners and Indigenous communities. Familiarity with First Nation, M\xc3\xa9tis, and Northern communities is required. Knowledge of the university\'s academic and administrative structures and processes are an asset. Knowledge about renewable energy and environmental and sustainability issues are desirable.

Skills:

Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to make compelling presentations; strong organizational and logistical skills

Ability to absorb, articulate, and simplify complex details for audiences of varying levels of familiarity with university affairs; comfortable and productive working with both a high degree of independence and in collaborative settings

Ability to handle interactions and maintain positive relations with diverse faculty, staff, students, prospective students, and community partners with tact, discretion and cultural sensitivity, and in a courteous, confidential and professional manner

Ability to establish and build partnerships and working relationships with diverse teams of people inside and outside of SENS, especially in Indigenous communities.

Inquiries regarding this position can be directed to Jennifer Milburn at .

Department: School of Enviro&Sustainabilty
Status: Term ending December 31, 2024
Employment Group: ASPA
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 0.50
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $64,107.00 - 100,169.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Specialist Professional
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 2
Posted Date: 3/2/2023
Closing Date: 4/12/2023
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: May be eligible for hybrid work under the terms of USask\'s Alternative Workspace Guidelines

The successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where \'Yes\' is indicated below. Further information is available at:

Criminal Record Check: Not Applicable
Driver\'s License and Abstract Check: Not Applicable
Education/Credential Verification: Not Applicable
Vulnerable Sector Check: Not Applicable

Please review the University of Saskatchewan\'s for faculty, staff and students in consideration of the COVID-19 pandemic. The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan\'s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the M\xc3\xa9tis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and M\xc3\xa9tis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.

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