Coordinator, Research Centres & Institutes (South Asian Studies Institute)
About the role
Job Summary
The South Asian Studies Institute invites 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 & Funding Development (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
The University of the Fraser Valley is located on the traditional territory of the Halq'eméylem-speaking peoples. We express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working in Stó:lo Tém:éxw (Stó:lo Land; Stó:lo World). In all that we do, UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lo peoples goals of self-determination and well-being on these lands. A commitment to Indigenization and Reconciliation is core to our institutional Vision and Integrated Strategic Plan: IYAQAWTXW — which means House of Transformation. This commitment includes the goal of centering Indigenous ways of knowing throughout our organization, recognizing our responsibilities to community, and a multi-year plan to increase the number of Indigenous faculty, staff, and administrators working at UFV.
UFV has campus locations in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission, and Hope in the beautiful British Columbia, and in Chandigarh, India. Recognized as one of BC's top employers, UFV offers a combination of career and lifestyle benefits. Join a team of 1,400 passionate professionals who value integrity, inclusivity and excellence. At UFV, you will serve a vibrant community and shape the future of 15,000 students.
Indigenization, equity, and diversity are essential to our work as a university. A diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented and marginalized. At UFV, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we proudly serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of groups that experience discrimination due to race, colour, place of origin, ancestry, and/or religion, persons who identify as women and 2SLGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities. We invite applicants to complete a confidential self-identification survey when creating a personal system profile. All questions are voluntary, with an option to decline to answer. Information will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the recruitment process, and results are not shared with the selection committee. Inquiries about the survey may be directed to careers@ufv.ca. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In an effort to be both environmentally and fiscally responsible, UFV will contact only candidates receiving an interview. We thank all applicants for considering UFV for employment. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/ or a verification of their education credentials.
UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.
About University of the Fraser Valley
Nestled in the beautiful Fraser Valley just east of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) is a fully accredited, public university offering 100 programs spanning master's and bachelor's degrees, diplomas, certificates, apprenticeship and trades training, and continuing studies. UFV serves 15,000 students at locations in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission, Hope and Agassiz, British Columbia, as well as Chandigarh, India. Consistently ranking among the top in universities in the country in the Globe and Mail's Canadian University Report, UFV is renowned for its criminiology and criminal justice programs, BBA in aviation, kinesiology, fashion design program, and state-of-the-art Trades and Technology Centre.
Coordinator, Research Centres & Institutes (South Asian Studies Institute)
About the role
Job Summary
The South Asian Studies Institute invites 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 & Funding Development (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
The University of the Fraser Valley is located on the traditional territory of the Halq'eméylem-speaking peoples. We express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working in Stó:lo Tém:éxw (Stó:lo Land; Stó:lo World). In all that we do, UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lo peoples goals of self-determination and well-being on these lands. A commitment to Indigenization and Reconciliation is core to our institutional Vision and Integrated Strategic Plan: IYAQAWTXW — which means House of Transformation. This commitment includes the goal of centering Indigenous ways of knowing throughout our organization, recognizing our responsibilities to community, and a multi-year plan to increase the number of Indigenous faculty, staff, and administrators working at UFV.
UFV has campus locations in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission, and Hope in the beautiful British Columbia, and in Chandigarh, India. Recognized as one of BC's top employers, UFV offers a combination of career and lifestyle benefits. Join a team of 1,400 passionate professionals who value integrity, inclusivity and excellence. At UFV, you will serve a vibrant community and shape the future of 15,000 students.
Indigenization, equity, and diversity are essential to our work as a university. A diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented and marginalized. At UFV, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we proudly serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of groups that experience discrimination due to race, colour, place of origin, ancestry, and/or religion, persons who identify as women and 2SLGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities. We invite applicants to complete a confidential self-identification survey when creating a personal system profile. All questions are voluntary, with an option to decline to answer. Information will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the recruitment process, and results are not shared with the selection committee. Inquiries about the survey may be directed to careers@ufv.ca. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In an effort to be both environmentally and fiscally responsible, UFV will contact only candidates receiving an interview. We thank all applicants for considering UFV for employment. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/ or a verification of their education credentials.
UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.
About University of the Fraser Valley
Nestled in the beautiful Fraser Valley just east of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) is a fully accredited, public university offering 100 programs spanning master's and bachelor's degrees, diplomas, certificates, apprenticeship and trades training, and continuing studies. UFV serves 15,000 students at locations in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission, Hope and Agassiz, British Columbia, as well as Chandigarh, India. Consistently ranking among the top in universities in the country in the Globe and Mail's Canadian University Report, UFV is renowned for its criminiology and criminal justice programs, BBA in aviation, kinesiology, fashion design program, and state-of-the-art Trades and Technology Centre.