Outreach Program Coordinator, High School Programs - London, Canada - Western University

Western University

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London, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Classification & Regular Hours:

Hours per Week: 35

Salary Grade: 13

About Western:

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth.

We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

About Us:

Responsibilities:

The Outreach Program Coordinator, High School Programs will collaborate to provide support for the development, expansion and implementation of programs and events focused on increasing awareness and knowledge of engineering to underrepresented youth in STEM, including (but not limited to) Black individuals, Indigenous persons, People of Colour (BIPOC), Women, members of the LGBTQ2+ community, and newcomers to Canada with a focus on high school programming and transitions to postsecondary.

The role will ensure that the necessary support, information, documentation and resources are available for the successful implementation of events, workshops and program initiatives related to these populations and work with community partners to leverage their reach to further the goals and impact of these programs.

Qualifications:

Education:
Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Education, Engineering, or Science
Experience:
2 years' experience teaching in an in-person and virtual classroom setting
Experience developing and implementing programming related to the Ontario Science and Mathematics Curriculum
Experience working with underrepresented youth in STEM
Experience maintaining and developing new community partners including teachers, schools and other stakeholders
Experience working with and mentoring undergraduate students and volunteers preferred
Experience working in an University setting preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of best practices for assessing, developing and implementing new programming relevant to BIPOC and LGBTQ2+ student populations
Familiarity with social media platforms relevant to student populations
Ability to plan and manage events of various sizes; familiarity with large scale events an asset
Project management skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines and perform well under pressure
Ability to effectively present information, and conduct training sessions and workshops
Ability to act on new information and effectively contribute in a changing environment
Communication skills with an ability to clearly express ideas in an objective manner, complete detailed analytics and reports and adapt communication style to suit the situation and audience
Capacity to support and demonstrate openness to persons of diverse backgrounds and beliefs
Ability to understand customer needs and expectations and provide excellent customer service to directly and indirectly satisfy expectations
Detailoriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
A welldefined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Ability to multitask and maintain an organized and effective personal work environment
Ability to work within a flexible schedule to accommodate the University's events and activities
Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite and with Content Management Systems (such as Cascade)
Proven ability to develop relationships in a professional, respectful and diplomatic manner with prospective and current students, elementary and high school participants, teachers, parents, staff, faculty and other members of the Western community
Must have own transportation with ability to travel between Western Engineering and local schools/community partners; Valid Class G driver's license required

Background Checks:

Please note, successful applicants may be required to produce a current vulnerable sector record check from a police service prior to commencing employment.

Western Values Diversity:

Please Note:

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.