Lead Program Coordinator, Community Partnerships

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Job Details

Full Time

Location

Duncan, BC

Salary

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Job Description

Vancouver Island University invites applications for the regular full-time role of Lead Program Coordinator, Community Partnerships an exciting opportunity within the Professional Development & Training department at our campus in Duncan.

In this position, you will focus on collaborating with local Indigenous communities and community organizations to identify and develop programming that assists in meeting their educational needs. Your role will be responsible for the program/course development, planning, implementation, and evaluation. If you have a passion for building relationships with community partners, assessing program needs, negotiating contracts, identifying grant opportunities, and facilitating curriculum development, we like to hear from you.

Required Qualifications:

Master's Degree in relevant subject area from an appropriately accredited institution.
Seven or more years' experience demonstrating career growth and ongoing professional development in the area of professional development and training, proposal writing, project management and contract training.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Experience building relationships and working with community organizations.
Experience building relationships and working with Indigenous communities.
Technology competencies to create and organize information, demonstrated understanding of security principles to protect privacy and information; communicate, present and disseminate information through appropriate media.

Note:

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Vancouver Island University is a comprehensive teaching university with over 12,000 students across three campuses. VIU proudly fosters student success, strong community connections and meaningful collaborations by providing access to a wide range of programs, from academic undergraduate and master’s to industry-responsive trades and vocational training.

VIU is pleased to offer employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan that takes the worry out of retirement. As part of the VIU campus community, you will work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.

The VIU community acknowledges and thanks the Snuneymuxw, Quw’utsun, Tla’amin, Snaw-naw-as and Qualicum First Nation on whose traditional lands we teach, learn, research, live and share knowledge.

About Vancouver Island University

Work Where You Matter. We invite you to explore the possibilities of a career with Vancouver Island University. Known as a centre of excellence, Vancouver Island University (VIU) produces quality graduates who are in demand by employers across the country and around the world. VIU offers a supportive campus community focused on innovative teaching methods, undergraduate research opportunities and creating an exceptional learning experience for our students. VIU’s rich history and connection with its communities dates back to 1936 when Nanaimo’s first vocational training school opened its doors. Today, VIU offers an extensive range of programming, from industry-responsive trades and applied training to academic undergraduate and graduate degrees. VIU has evolved into a university that supports a student population of over 14,000 learners, including 2,100 international students, over 1,500 Indigenous students, and employs over 2,000 faculty and staff. Located in Nanaimo on British Columbia’s spectacular West Coast, VIU offers the opportunity to live and learn in one of the most beautiful university settings in Canada. VIU is one of BC's top Employers! VIU was named one of British Columbia's top 100 employers in 2023 for the fourth consecutive year by the Top Employers program. We are a proud recipient of this honour and all that it represents about the VIU employment experience.