Job Description

DescriptionThis position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).This position offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed at: .Location - Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton. This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person.Working for the University of AlbertaThe University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.The University of Alberta is teeming with change makers, community builders, and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to more than 40,000 students in 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs, over 13,000 faculty and staff, 260,000 alumni worldwide and have been recognized as one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Greenest Employers for over a decade.Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross section of people\xe2\x80\x94from our students and stakeholders, to our renowned researchers and innovators who are quite literally curing diseases, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger, and more just.Working for the DepartmentAs a unit of DoS, WISEST exists to empower women and encourage diversity in science, engineering and technology. An important part of this mandate is reaching into the community to develop and deliver relevant programs and content for populations underrepresented in STEM fields, including female, gender-diverse, rural and racialized students.PositionReporting to the Team Lead, WISEST, the WISEST Outreach Coordinator will focus on ongoing outreach activities designed to engage equity-deserving groups. This will include assessing community needs, identifying and prioritizing outreach initiatives, building community collaborations, and planning and executing activities, events, and collaborations.The main activities of the Outreach Coordinator can be grouped into the following 4 categories: teacher resourcing, community building (which includes internal and external collaborations), engaging students from rural and Indigenous communities, and branding/external communications. In an effort to have WISEST outreach staff reflect the intersectional identities of the students they will be engaging with and to align with the development of recent outreach initiatives, we hope to have this role filled by someone with lived experience that reflects that of the students they will be engaging with primarily of Indigenous heritage or a racialized individual.DutiesProgram Coordination and Delivery (70%)

• Researches and identifies outreach priorities and new opportunities that will continue to strengthen WISEST\xe2\x80\x99s influence and impact in the community.
• Develops and maintain program/event objectives and implementation strategies that align with WISEST\xe2\x80\x99s strategic goals.
• Creates and updates program plans, teaching materials, and other resources for program delivery with a focus on engaging, culturally relevant, community-specific activities that support the learning needs identified by stakeholders.
• Delivers outreach activities in Edmonton and surrounding areas.
• Recruits, trains, and coordinates volunteers who help with program delivery.
• Maintains accurate records of registration, payment, participation, and other relevant data.
• Creates, updates and administers program evaluation forms to reflect programming changes and current evaluation needs.
• Analyzes program evaluation data, makes recommendations, and updates WISEST\xe2\x80\x99s outreach strategies based on community needs assessments.
• Stay current and informed on best practices in program design and delivery, particularly in outreach and community programming for K to 12 students.

Stakeholder Management (30%)

• Establishes and maintains relationships with community partners and collaborators invested in the recruitment, retention, and recognition of underrepresented groups in STEM
• Responds to inquiries about WISEST outreach activities.
• Represent WISEST at outreach events both on and off campus.
• Delivers presentations at conferences, workshops, and symposia both on and off campus.
• Creates and disseminates external communications about WISEST activities to the broader community, including newsletters, website, and social media channels.

Minimum Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in science, engineering, education or related discipline and at least two years of related work experience.
• Event and/or program coordination experience, particularly in programs for youth.
• Experience coordinating volunteers and orienting them for events.
• Demonstrated ability to develop engaging workshops or curriculum.
• Demonstrated ability to use social media channels in a professional capacity.
• Graphic design experience and podcast production would be an asset.
• Ability to take initiative, problem-solve, and make decisions.
• Ability to be reflective, innovative, and creative in service design and delivery.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others to accomplish organizational goals.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with lab safety standards and procedures would be an asset.
• Alignment with WISEST\'s mission and organizational values.
• Understands current issues regarding equity, diversity and inclusion in STEM education.

Availability RequirementsThis is a hybrid position. The successful candidate must be located in the Edmonton region and be able to access campus for in-person work at least 2-3 days a week.Start Date: early June to mid-July (negotiable)General information on WISEST is available at .In your cover letter (2 pg maximum), please answer the following:

• How do your personal values align with WISEST\'s organizational values as found on our website?
• Please highlight how your lived experience would help you succeed in this role.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight April 19, 2024, Edmonton, Alberta local time.

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