Job Detail

Date Posted: 07/25/2022
Req ID:26066
Faculty/Division: Vice-President, People Strategy, Equity & Culture
Department: People Strategy, Equity & Culture
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

Reporting to the Senior Special Projects Officer and supporting the priorities set by the Chief Operating Officer, the incumbent provides confidential project support, and undertakes initiatives and daily activities within the Office of the Vice-President, People Strategy, Equity and Culture (PSEC). The Project Coordinator will assist with and advance projects by conducting research, providing analytical guidance, design support, and serving as a project manager and/or member of a project team. Such project management and implementation includes:

(a) developing draft communications such as presentations and correspondence,

(b) developing and maintaining project plans and records,

(c) developing and implementing initiatives for efficiencies,

(d) undertaking research on a variety of issues and topics, and

(e) ensuring pro-active engagement with, and responsiveness to, stakeholders of the PSEC portfolio.

The role of the Projects Coordinator will continue to evolve and the individual must be willing to respond to the given priorities of the day and be willing to work cooperatively in a challenging and dynamic environment.

Qualifications Required:

I. EDUCATION:

University degree or a diploma/ post-secondary program or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Training in project management is an asset.

II. EXPERIENCE:

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  Minimum four (4) years of related project, design, and/or administrative experience required, preferably in a university setting.
• Knowledge of university policies and procedures, and an understanding of the University of Toronto’s organizational structure, including its governance.
• Experience working with diverse teams on multi-stakeholder projects.
• Experience conducting research and presenting written and visual content to communicate findings.
• Experience with higher education sector and public sector administration is an asset.
• Experience with design thinking/UX design, communications, and/or human resources an asset.

III. SKILLS:

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  Computer skills including intermediate to advanced skills in spreadsheet, database, and word processing software.
• Proficiency with Office 365, including SharePoint.
• Ability to present information through visual media an asset.
• Familiarity with web search and research tools.

IV. OTHER:

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  Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, and willingness to participate in, and contribute to, an environment of belonging.
• Superior organizational skills in planning, project management and task coordination with a demonstrated high level of attention to detail and ability for accuracy.
• Excellent time-management skills and demonstrated use of time-management tools.
• Experience in filing systems and records management.
• Excellent skills in written and visual communication.
• Ability to work with extremely confidential and sensitive material.
• Excellent interpersonal communications skills, including tact, diplomacy and helpfulness.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively participate in a team and to collaborate with colleagues in an inclusive and supportive way.
• Ability to assimilate and interpret significant amounts of information.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and responsibilities.
• Flexibility with regard to types of tasks

To be successful in this role you will be:

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  Adaptable
• Communicator
• Efficient
• Multi-tasker
• Organized
• Resourceful

NOTE: This is a one (1) year term position.

Closing Date: 08/10/2022, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Salaried
Appointment Type: Budget - Term
Schedule: Full-Time NOTE: This is a one (1) year term position.
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: PM 1 - Hiring Zone: $67,716 - $79,002 - Broadband Salary Range: $67,716 - $112,858
Job Category: Administrative / Managerial