Co-operative Education Coordinator - Winnipeg, Canada - University of Manitoba

University of Manitoba

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Winnipeg, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement.

Our momentum is propelled by our campus community - UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better.

Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM's impact is global.

Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba's Top Employers and one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.

The opportunity:

The University of Manitoba is looking for a Co-op Education Coordinator.

This position will develop co-op positions in both the private and public sectors (locally, nationally and internationally), proactively markets the program to both employers and students, facilitates the placement of students and ensures that both the student and employer fulfil the program requirements to mutual satisfaction.

The qualifications and experience we're looking for:

Undergraduate degree required.
Degree with a major in Human Resource Management, Marketing or Business preferred.
Certificate in Human Resource Management or Career Counselling would be an asset.
Minimum two (2) years previous experience administering or managing a coop, experiential learning or internship program required.
Program experience in career consulting and coaching required.
Proven experience in the delivery of individual career planning and career development advice with experience in recruitment required.
Experience developing program processes and requirements required.
An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain business relationships. Established network within the private and public sector would be preferred.
Proficient in developing curriculum for modularized workshops and facilitation required.
Strong administrative and organizational skills including demonstrated ability to manage projects or event planning is required.
Demonstrated technical proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, PowerPoint, Adobe, and knowledge of web site maintenance required.
Familiarity with Drupal and CRM systems (Symplicity) is preferred.
Knowledge of, and proficiency in, using social media platforms for marketing and recruitment purposes is required.
Ability to conduct research on the internet required.
Familiarity with international student issues and work permit legislation, and demonstrated ability to deal sensitively with cross cultural issues required.
Strong networking, marketing and business development skills required.
Must be able to professionally represent the coop program of the ASB to potential and current employers, students, University representatives, high schools etc.
Exceptional communication skills; verbal, written and demonstrated public presentation skills required.
Excellent organizational skills required.
Must be detail oriented.
Program management skills required.
Proven ability to create, lead, and deliver programs to meet unit's needs required.
Must be selfconfident and proactive.
Must be able to cold call employers and present information sessions promoting the coop option to large audiences at diverse levels: high schools, university students, employers, government.
Must be selfmotivated and work well with little supervision.
Must exhibit an initiative and innovative approach to program and service delivery.
Sound decision making and problem resolution and negotiation skills with a customer service focus required.
Excellent administrative skills required.
Must be able to meet deadlines and deal positively with changing priorities and stressful situations.
Proven ability to work effectively with technology to enhance efficiencies required.
Must be willing to travel: locally, provincially and occasionally, nationally.
Must be willing to work evenings and weekends.
Ability to travel within the city is required; access to a car would be an asset.
Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.

Why the University of Manitoba?
Along with being one of Manitoba's top employers, we are proud to provide a collaborative and enriching work environment.

In addition to a strong compensation package with a competitive salary, the University provides an exceptional workplace that includes: