Program and Events Coordinator

The University of Alberta; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Program & Events Coordinator to support the AVP Innovation, Knowledge Mobilization, and Partnerships team. This hybrid role involves planning and executing programs and events aimed at fostering innovation and collaboration among researchers, students, and community partners. Candidates should have experience in program coordination and a strong ability to work collaboratively. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a term length of 3 years.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in program or event coordination.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute programs focused on innovation and commercialization.
• Coordinate events hosted by the Artificial Intelligence Discovery Place.
• Support initiatives like the Lab2Market program.

Job description

This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position has a term length of 3 years from the date of hire and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

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

Reporting to the Director, Innovation & Partnerships, the Program & Events Coordinator is an integral member of the AVP Innovation, Knowledge Mobilization, and Partnerships team. Our team supports programs, services, and events that serve the University of Alberta colleges, faculties, and students, with the goal of encouraging and facilitating innovation, knowledge mobilization, and partnerships.

The Program & Events Coordinator will play a key role in planning and executing programs and events focused on innovation, commercialization, and collaboration. This position supports initiatives such as the Lab2Market program and events hosted by Artificial Intelligence Discovery Place (AIDP), fostering meaningful connections among researchers, students, and community partners.