Job Description

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NOTE: This is a temporary position ending on or before February 15, 2024

The Corporate Training area requires a self-motivated, highly detailed project coordinator to scope, plan and implement contract training projects for various clients across many industries. Although this position may be required to work in any portfolio, at this time 50%, of this position will be focused on managing training projects in various Aboriginal communities. Projects will focus mainly in the areas of trades, business leadership, health and emergency management, energy and environment, information technology and project management. This position requires periodic travel to training sites for client meetings and project preparation.

Reporting to the Manager of Corporate Training, the Project Coordinator demonstrates the following competencies: strong organizational skills, effective communicator and collaborator, customer focused, excellent relationship building, strong problem solving, effectively manage projects and people and excellent time management skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing beginning to end project plans based on contractual terms
• Effectively communicating and negotiating with clients regarding project delivery
• Researching and compiling direct project costs for pricing purposes (Estimating)
• Recruiting and selecting instructors, subject matter experts and other project staff as required
• Arranging end to end logistics for delivery of contract training projects on and off campus
• Travelling to project locations to meet clients and to monitor activities and project progress
• Resolving issues with project delivery and implementation as required
• Monitoring and reviewing project budget to actuals and conduct post project review

Skills & Abilities:

• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Independent worker and thinker
• Project management
• Leadership and managerial skills
• Ability to write comprehensive reports for both internal and external clients
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and time management skills
• Computer literacy including Microsoft Office Suite and project management software
• Experience working with budgets and financial reports
• Problem solving skills

Qualifications:

• Related diploma and/or degree (desired)
• Extensive experience managing and implementing projects
• Previous multi-cultural exposure/experiences is an asset
• Experience working with Aboriginal communities is preferred
• Valid Alberta Drivers\' license

Remuneration: $2,717.63 - $3600.28 biweekly, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Please submit a resume and Cover Letter to be considered for this opportunity.

About NAIT

At NAIT, people matter.

We\'re proud to have been named one of for 11 consecutive years. Developing an engaging, supportive and rewarding work culture is something we take seriously. We know that people are our biggest asset - they are what makes NAIT a great place to work.

At NAIT, you are part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff and industry clients and partners. The NAIT culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity and accountability. We are committed to and are a proud partner of the and Pride at Work Canada.

What we offer

We\'ve created a benefits package that focuses on health and wellness, professional and personal growth, recognition and work-life balance.

NAIT is a flexible workplace and depending on the nature of your role, you may request flexible work arrangements with respect to where and when you work, including being on-campus full-time, working off-site, or a combination of the two.

Employees also have access to excellent vacation time, paid time off between Christmas and New Year\'s, a strong recognition program, learning opportunities, 2 annual all-staff professional development days and so much more.

Health and safety

NAIT continues to encourage everyone coming to our campuses to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and to get their booster shots as soon as they are eligible. Vaccination against COVID-19 remains the best way to prevent severe illness and death, and third doses can boost immunity to improve protection and limit spread.

Additional requirements

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada who have not had them previously assessed should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the (IQAS)

Accommodations

NAIT is an inclusive employer and strives to hire a diverse workforce. If you are contacted by us regarding a job opportunity, please don\'t hesitate to advise if you require any accommodation during the selection process. Please contact us via email at

We thank you for your application however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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