Projects Coordinator - Regina, Canada - University of Regina

University of Regina

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Regina, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Description

Faculty/Department VP Research Unit VP Research Office Employee Group Out of Scope Collective Agreement Consideration Open to the Public. CUPE 5791 Job Family Category Staff Number of Vacancies 1 Position Summary

_Primary Functions:
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The position assists in the advancement of the mission, goals and strategic plan of the University of Regina by undertaking a diverse range of special projects on behalf of the Office of Vice-President (Research).
The Project Coordinator has independent responsibility for leading the planning, design, and implementation of multiple and complex projects. The incumbent is responsible for managing project scope, schedule, cost, quality, human resources, communication, risk, procurement, and relationships to provide the requirements that meet the needs of the primary stakeholder.
Key projects for this position will be to plan and implement events for the University of Regina research enterprise arising from identified local, provincial, national and potentially international research partnerships and/or opportunities.

Key internal and external events may include but are not limited to:
receptions, trade shows, conferences, summer camps and community engagements, student events and basic meetings or lunches.

_Specific Accountabilities:
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During the implementation of projects, the Project Administrator maintains close working relationship with the Senior Advisor and develops close working relationships with representatives from various facets of the campus community.

Responsibility:
Research Enterprise Event Project Management (Planning, Implementation and Closing) Duties

Coordinate the planning for numerous events and occasions simultaneously
Communicate in person, via telephone, video conference and written correspondence with internal and external stakeholders regarding details of events
Update current or create new stakeholder profiles which include contact information and contact history
Research costs to put together a draft budget for approval
Negotiate and work with stakeholders and vendors in a professional and informed manner, to address all logístical needs of an event
Communicate with relevant departments on/off campus regarding details and needed services for events; ensure employees are updated of any changes or cancellations; facilitate communication between stakeholders and relevant areas to ensure stakeholder's expectations are met
Postevent followup including written event analysis and recommendations
Enforcement of University policies and procedures
Ensure highest quality of service is provided to stakeholders

Responsibility:
Office administration Duties
Provide coverage for the Senior Advisor to the Vice-President (Research) during vacation leave or at other times, as required.

During these times, responsibilities may include:

Preparing documents, presentations, and briefings for the Vice-President (Research);
Drafting speaking notes and correspondence for the Vice-President (Research) or other senior administrators;
Handling incoming inquiries on behalf of the Vice-President (Research) and draft responses before original document goes to the Vice-President (Research) for approval;
Editing and reviewing documents for the Vice-President (Research) prior to publication or release.

Responsibility:
Project Initiation Duties

Collect processes, historical information and procedures relevant to a project.
Determine project objectives, deadline, and cost with project sponsor.
Determine project assumptions and constraints.
Provide expert guidance in preliminary project scope statement with President or client representative.
Create cost estimates for budget purposes. Identify sources of funding internally or externally.
Identify stakeholders and key appointments to include in the project team.

Responsibility:
Project Planning Duties

Initiate and develop a project management plan, which includes project structure, integration processes, communication, human resources, and safety.
Develop and refine scope requirements with sponsor and client representative(s). Revise and communicate associated budget and schedule changes.
Develop organizational plan for team development identify and assign project roles, responsibilities and reporting relationships for each individual project.

Responsibility:
Project Execution Duties

Lead team. Ensure that project areas and existing knowledge of project are compatible with duties assigned.
Facilitate ongoing reviews with sponsor, client representative, consultants and president.
Define, adjust and communicate scope, budget, and schedule.

Services

Responsible for ensuring that the University of Regina policies are followed to provide a fair and open process in the procurement of such services. Prepare or write procurement documents.
Monitor progress to identify variances from the project management plan. Take corrective actions necessar