Centre Coordinator

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Toronto is seeking a Centre Coordinator to support the goals of the Research Centre. The responsibilities include coordinating events, providing administrative support for research grants, and aligning work with the university’s values on equity and inclusion. The ideal candidate holds a related university degree and has two years of relevant experience.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Access to educational facilities

Qualifications

• Completion of a university degree in a related field like Social Sciences, Sociology, or Law.
• Two years of related work experience in an academic or research-focused unit.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer services of the Centre.
• Organize academic conferences and events.
• Provide administrative support for research grants.

Skills

Administrative support

Event coordination

Knowledge of equity and inclusion

Education

University degree in related field

4 years experience in similar role

Job description

Overview

York is a leading international teaching and research university, and a driving force for positive change. Empowered by a welcoming and diverse community with a uniquely global perspective, we are preparing our students for their long-term careers and personal success. Together, we can make things right for our communities, our planet and our future.

The Faculty of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies (LA&PS) is the largest Faculty at York University with over 23,000 undergraduate and graduate students and almost 100 programs delivered through 24 Departments, Schools and Colleges, plus the IBM Markham Learning Site. York University is known for championing new ways of thinking that drive excellence in promoting and enhancing teaching, research and student success. Through innovative course design, diverse experiential education and learning opportunities, and a supportive community environment, our students receive the education they need to create big ideas that have an impact on the world.

Reporting to Director, Strategic Research & Partnerships (Director, SRP), the Centre Coordinator role is responsible for coordination, administration and effective delivery of services to support the goals and objectives of the Centre as well as coordinating outreach programs and the administration of financial reports. The role organizes and coordinates academic conferences, speaker series, meetings and events for the Research Centre, and faculty members as it relates to the operations of the Centre. Relatedly, this role offers support to faculty who administer external research grants through the GLRC, by providing administrative support related to hiring of research assistants and associates. Preparing timesheets and other forms related to payroll and records for necessary approvals, monitoring hours and contract renewals. The role also provides logistical support to affiliated faculty members, trainees, students, and external partners related to knowledge mobilization activities, ensuring adherence to best practices and facilitating connections with internal stakeholders when required. The role supports the vision, mission, values and strategic direction of the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies and York University, and contributes to a positive, supportive and student-focused team environment of high performance, respect, trust, collaboration and continuous improvement. The role aligns work with the university’s ongoing commitment to decolonization, equity, diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, administer and deliver services to support the goals and objectives of the Centre and coordinate outreach programs and the administration of financial reports.
• Organize and coordinate academic conferences, speaker series, meetings and events for the Research Centre, and faculty members as it relates to the operations of the Centre.
• Provide administrative support to faculty who administer external research grants through the GLRC, including hiring-related support for research assistants and associates.
• Prepare timesheets and other forms related to payroll and records for necessary approvals, monitoring hours and contract renewals.
• Provide logistical support to affiliated faculty members, trainees, students, and external partners related to knowledge mobilization activities, ensuring adherence to best practices and facilitating connections with internal stakeholders when required.
• Support the vision, mission, values and strategic direction of the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies and York University, and contribute to a positive, supportive and student-focused team environment of high performance, respect, trust, collaboration and continuous improvement. The role aligns work with the university’s ongoing commitment to decolonization, equity, diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Education: Completion of University degree in a related field, such as Social Sciences, Sociology, Law, Humanities, or Development Studies or an equivalent of 4 years recent experience (defined as within the last five years) working at a post-secondary institution and performing the same or similar tasks. This education equivalency is in addition to the experiential requirements outlined below.
• Experience: Two (2) years of related work experience in an academic or related research focused unit providing administrative support. Experience with, or demonstrable knowledge and awareness of, issues related to global labour and specifically the Centre’s five core cross-cutting research themes. Critical social science research, international development, and social justice and/or communities. Experience supporting a university research centre in a similar role is an asset.

How to apply

For full position details, including skills and knowledge requirements, visit the External Career Portal at www.yorku.ca/jobs and refer to posting 109214.

We offer comprehensive benefits and access to superb educational and recreational facilities. For more information on what York has to offer, please visit http://hr.info.yorku.ca/benefits/