Coordinator, Strategic Initiatives and Special Projects - Sobey School of Business

Date Posted: November 28, 2025

Posting Deadline: December 9, 2025

Department: Sobey School of Business

Type of Employment: Temporary, Full-Time (2 years)

Annual Salary: $65,000.00

At Saint Mary's University, you will be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility, diversity, and the provision of a positive and supportive learning environment. We recognize the importance of the contribution and growth of each individual in the University's success. We are currently looking to fill the position of Coordinator, Strategic Initiatives and Special Projects to join our Sobey School of Business team.

What we offer

As a team member at Saint Mary's, we are proud to offer many benefits. Some of these include:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Defined Contribution Pension plan
• Vacation
• Personal days
• Flexible Workplace
• Professional development
• Holiday closure
• Summer hour schedule
• Employee Transit EPass through Halifax Transit

Job Information and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Dean, Sobey School of Business and in consultation with the Strategic Steering Committee the Coordinator, Strategic Initiatives and Special Projects will:

• Coordinate strategic initiatives, outreach activities, and special projects supporting the goals and objectives the Sobey School of Business Strategic Plan.
• Coordinate a high-profile speaker series for the Sobey School, a student competition program, and high-impact community outreach events advancing the key strategic pillars of the strategic plan.
• Work directly with the Strategic Plan Steering Committee and help coordinate activities of the various sub-committees tasked with overseeing the strategic plan.
• Perform impact assessments on various activities and ensure that such activities achieve the desired outcomes pertaining to the goals and objectives of the strategic plan of the Sobey School of Business.
• Liaise with the External Affairs, Saint Mary's University, to support the stewardship of major external gifts and to ensure compliance with any associated gift agreements or partnership/sponsorship agreements.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders such as SMUSA, Business Societies, External Affairs, The David Sobey Retailing Centre, and the Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre to develop a branded series of student events or competitions that will establish the Sobey School as a destination for top tier business student competitions in strategic areas such as entrepreneurship, work-integrated learning, and venture capital investing.
• Ensure compliance of activities and outcomes with any associated gift or partnership/sponsorship agreements.
• Work closely with the Office of Advancement, Saint Mary's University and contribute to the stewardship reporting for any associated donors or sponsors.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Experience and Education Requirements

• To be the successful Coordinator, Strategic Initiatives and Special Projects you will have:
• A university or college degree or equivalent with a track record of project management and project coordination.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in project management and project coordination.
• Fluency in English with the ability to write and organize reports, and extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong public speaking and oral communication skills
• A dynamic, flexible, and team approach to work with moderate-to-high level of information technology literacy and technical know-how are essential.
• The ability to be collegial, punctual, reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
• The ability to be detail-oriented and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Ability to multi-task, work-collaboratively, and taking-initiative are key attributes of a successful candidate.
• Ability to explore alternative solutions, to adjust actions in relation to others' actions, and to have good problem-solving skills are required.

Application Details

Apply for this opportunity online using our online application system through Career Beacon. Click on "Apply Now" and complete all required information fields. Qualified candidates should submit the following with their application:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three Professional References

Late applications may not receive consideration. We appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.

At Saint Mary's University, equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect, we encourage all qualified candidates to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who self-identify as Black/African Nova Scotians, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities and women. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected].