Project Coordinator

Closing Date: November 16, 2023 at 4:00 PM

FACULTY OF COMPUTER SCIENCE

UNB's Faculty of Computer Science, established in 1990, is Canada's first computer science faculty and boasts two undergraduate programs, three master's programs, and a PhD program. Through experiential education, exceptional research and collaborative industry projects, the faculty aims to advance computer science knowledge and educate the next generation of information technology leaders with a strong computer science foundation. The faculty is pursuing a renewed and focused vision to become the point of reference for transformative education, a beacon for the digital community, the most community-engaged computer science faculty in Canada, and a centre of excellence for computer science research.

WHAT WE OFFER

Full-time | 2-Year Term | Fredericton | Hybrid

UNB is committed to ensuring employees can maintain a healthy work-life balance. As such, we are proud to support a hybrid work approach, which includes flexible hours and work-from-home options.

Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri | 8:15 am - 4:30 pm | 36.25 hours per week

Salary Range: $46,574 - $58,222 per annum

YOUR FOCUS

Reporting to the Faculty Administration Officer, the Projects Coordinator will work under the guidance of the Managing Director to support the Dean's Office and the Management Team on related aspects of the faculty's growth portfolio.

• Plan, coordinate, execute, and manage new pilot projects, programs and initiatives, and collaborations within UNB, and with external stakeholders and partners.
• Perform administrative tasks for new pilot projects, programs and initiatives. Track and report on status, progress, and success metrics.
• Plan, coordinate and deliver engagements and events with internal and external partners.
• Support outreach and in-reach activities with students, faculty, staff, within UNB, and with external stakeholders and partners to support community-building, including equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives.
• Manage website updates, social media and other marketing and communication aspects for the faculty.
• Perform other related duties as required.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Post-secondary diploma in a related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in project coordination and working within a diverse organization with multiple stakeholders internally and externally.

Additional Strengths

• Accuracy, good judgment, and ability to exercise initiative.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with all stakeholders.
• Excellent administrative, organizational and time management skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills that include excellent writing, editing, proofreading, and attention to detail are required.
• Flexible and able to prioritize and manage competing priorities.
• Knowledgeable and proficient with social media platforms and approaches.
• Proficient with technology-based tools for project management and tracking, organization, and efficient team collaboration, including Microsoft (Office) 365.
• Proven record of achieving project goals on time and producing deliverables of high quality with impact.
• Able to perform in a fast-paced work environment with new challenges daily.

WHY CHOOSE UNB?

UNB offers a large variety of benefits for employees, including a full pension, a minimum of three weeks of vacation annually, the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and dental, life, and health insurance.

PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL STAFF UNION (PTSU)

This position is part of the PSAC, Local 60551 employee group and falls under the PTSU Collective Agreement.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

The University of New Brunswick and PSAC/PTSU Local 60551 are committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

We thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.