Coordinator, Research Centres & Institutes (South Asian Studies Institute)

Job Summary

TheSouth Asian Studies Instituteinvites qualified candidates to apply for a permanent full-time Coordinator position within the Institute. The Coordinator oversees and manages a broad range of activities in support of the goals and activities of the Institute.

The Centre/Institute Coordinator oversees and manages a broad range of activities in support of the goals and activities of the Centre/Institute.

The incumbent assists with records management reporting grant proposal development research analysis and writing. The Coordinator monitors budgets and prepares project plans for training events and research projects. This role seeks out funding opportunities for research grants research contract work with community industry and business partners and collaborates with the Relationship & FundingDevelopment (prev. Advancement)Office for funds to support the Centre/Institute.

The incumbent builds and sustains community relationships and partnerships and liaises with faculty and academic unit leads on campus to promote the Centre/Institute and its programs and to build partnerships within the university community.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Science/Social Sciences or related field.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in project management event planning and coordination.
• Demonstrated experience related to operating and managing a Research Centre with writing proposals and researching new funding.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Strong relationship building and public relations skills.
• Excellent knowledge of the Fraser Valley / Lower Mainland community agencies industry and business.
• Strong computer skills with competency in software programs including MS Office.
• Proficiency with Blackboard (or other online learning platforms) online meeting and event platforms (e.g. Zoom) and web content management systems.
• Knowledge of and relationships with communities that the Centre works closely with; awareness of equity diversity and inclusion practices and cultural sensitivity.
• Oral and written communication skills in an appropriate additional language would be an asset.
• Understanding of the importance of maintaining confidentiality.

How to Apply

Please apply by submitting a cover letter and resume by the application deadline.

About UFV

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