Program Officer, Indigenous Initiatives - Edmonton, Canada - University of Alberta

University of Alberta
University of Alberta
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VPRI Research and Innovation:


  • Competition No.

A

  • Closing Date

May 04, 2023
This position is a part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).


In accordance with the Temporary Librarian, Administrative and Professional Staff (TLAPO) Agreement, this position offers a comprehensive benefits package found on our Benefits Overview page and annual salary range of $62,158 - $103,634.

This position has an initial appointment of 3 years.


Location
Work primarily takes place at North Campus Edmonton. This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person.


Working for the University of Alberta

  • The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community._


The University of Alberta is teeming with change makers, community builders, and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day.

We are home to more than 40,000 students in 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs, over 13,000 faculty and staff, 260,000 alumni worldwide and have been recognized as one of Canada's Greenest Employers for over a decade.


Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross section of people—from our students and stakeholders, to our renowned researchers and innovators who are quite literally curing diseases, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger, and more just.


Working for the Department/Faculty


As one of the top 5 research universities in Canada, the University of Alberta's research and innovation spans many fields and disciplines.

Our researchers' expertise and strength attract over $550 million annually from various research funders and partners including federal and provincial governments, industry, foundations, and other organizations.


Position


The position reports to AVP, Research Development and Services and is accountable for the development and implementation of Indigenous Initiatives programs and services in the OVPRI.

Position ensures that VPRI incorporates Indigenous ways of knowing and being into the work of researchers, staff, and faculty and follows Tri-Council principles on Indigenous Research, The position ensures that institutional initiatives are implemented in a way that support the strategic direction of the University, as outlined in the University's Indigenous Strategic Plan, as well as the Strategic Research and Innovation Plan.


Duties
Initiatives Development and Support (40%)

  • Engages and works collaboratively with VPRI staff, researchers, and faculty on Indigenous research initiatives and research grant development support
  • Provides strategic direction of the development and implementation of Indigenous research programs and services
  • Conducts research and analysis of Indigenous research issues to inform program and service development
  • Provides recommendations and ensures the Vice-President and Senior Administrators receive timely briefing, advice and plans of actions on Indigenous engaged research activities
  • In collaboration with AVPRDS and others, develops and implements policies and procedures that support the university's strategic direction for Indigenous Research
Training Development and Implementation (30%)

  • Develops, organizes, and delivers training on Indigenous research issues for researchers to support them in meeting existing and emerging requirements within Tri-Council and other funding programs
  • Develops and maintains resources and training materials for researchers
  • Provides portfoliospecific training for VPRI staff related to their broad areas of work that helps them to integrate II practices into their work and their interactions with the University and the communities the UofA serves
  • Works with communications staff to ensure that II resources are easily accessible to staff, faculty, researchers, and the public
Community Engagement and Support (20%)

  • Develops and supports relationships and partnerships internally and externally, including with VPIPR office, Indigenous researchers, and more
  • Facilitates communication and engagement events related to Indigenous research engagement
  • Manages information collection and engagement information to support the University's vision for Indigenous research engagement
  • Keeps informed about funding, partnerships, and relevant events across the institution, provincially and nationally to identify opportunities to further the vision for Indigenous research
  • Helps to develop protocols for community engagement; helps to ensure that others are aware of appropriate protocols to foster respectful research relationships
  • Seeks and provides opportunities for connecting Indigenous and equitydenied communities with opportunities for research funding success
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