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Coordinator - Entrepreneurship Programs

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
    Education & Teaching
  • Toronto
  • 1d left

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor’s degree, 4 years in higher education roles, 2 years in student advising, and experience with databases, LMS, event planning, and strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
  • You will plan programs, promote experiential learning, manage event logistics, advise students, edit content, support individuals in distress, and monitor project accounts.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in education, business administration, or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
  • Minimum four years experience of related experience in designing and administering student experience or co-curricular activities in a higher education setting required.
  • Of the four years’ experience, a minimum of two years’ experience in student advising, preferably within an academic program, faculty/academic department or academic advising/career center/experiential learning unit required.
  • Experience with the University’s Student Information System ROSI (Repository of Student Information)/ACORN, Degree Navigator or a similar database system is required.
  • Demonstrable expertise with learning management systems (ie. Blackboard, Canvas) is required.
  • Experience working with employers/external stakeholders to secure experiential learning opportunities for academic course requirements and co-curricular enrichment activities required.
  • Experience conceptualizing special events and/or functions including determining logistics and activities for events and/or programming.
  • Broad knowledge of labour market trends.
  • Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication.
  • Strong organizational, conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
  • Highly developed analytical skills with a good eye for detail and accuracy.
  • Proven ability to work independently as well as part of a larger team in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment.
  • Proven ability to coordinate a variety of projects, deadlines and schedules simultaneously.
  • Tact, judgment and patience in dealing with students and other stakeholders and in interpreting and applying policies and procedures.
  • Demonstratable experience following rules and procedural processes related to FIPPA required.
  • Excellent computer skills as applied to databases, spreadsheets, word processing and demonstrable experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) are essential.

Responsibilities

  • Planning and implementing components of curricular and/or co-curricular programs and activities
  • Promoting experiential learning opportunities
  • Determining logistical details and activities for events and/or programming
  • Advising students on co-curricular, academic and personal matters by providing options and consequences incorporating personal circumstances impacting academic success and an understanding of an individual's background
  • Interpreting and applying policies and procedures when making independent decisions
  • Editing content for brochures, newsletters, websites and/or handbooks
  • Providing basic support and general referrals to individuals in distress
  • Monitoring accounts for a project and/or program

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Coordinator - Entrepreneurship Programs.

Where is the position located?

The position is located at the St. George campus in Downtown Toronto.

What is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is November 8, 2024, at 11:59 PM ET.

What qualifications are required for this role?

Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree in education, business administration, or an equivalent combination of experience, along with a minimum of four years of related experience in designing and administering student experience or co-curricular activities in a higher education setting.

Is this a permanent position?

No, this is a term role ending in May 2026.

What are the essential responsibilities of the Coordinator?

The Coordinator will be responsible for planning and implementing programs, promoting experiential learning opportunities, managing logistics for events, advising students, and overseeing program communications and expenses.

Are there any preferred qualifications or assets for applicants?

Yes, preferred qualifications include experience in a co-op setting, knowledge of designing co-curricular programs for entrepreneurial skills, and familiarity with local and global trends in entrepreneurship education.

What skills are important for success in this role?

Important skills include strong communication, organization, problem-solving, self-direction, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Is there a specific pay scale for this position?

Yes, the pay scale group is USW Pay Band 12, with a starting salary of $79,874 and step progression to a maximum of $102,147.

Are candidates from specific communities encouraged to apply?

Yes, candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity-deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience will be considered.

Mission & Purpose

Founded in 1827, the University of Toronto is Canada’s top university with a long history of challenging the impossible and transforming society through the ingenuity and resolve of our faculty, students, alumni, and supporters. We are proud to be one of the world’s top research-intensive universities, bringing together top minds from every conceivable background and discipline to collaborate on the world’s most pressing challenges. As a catalyst for discovery, innovation, and progress, we prepare our students for success through an outstanding global education and commitment to inclusive excellence. The ideas, innovations, and actions of more than 660,000 graduates advance U of T’s impact on communities across the globe.