Speakers Network Program Coordinator

University of Victoria; Victoria; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks a Program Coordinator to strengthen community relations and develop a Speakers’ Network. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree and at least 3 years of experience in a relevant field. Strong skills in program planning, event coordination, and building collaborative relationships are essential. This role involves managing speaker engagement and creating outreach strategies to connect with the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a relevant field, preferably in a post-secondary or institutional environment.
• Proven ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of the Speakers’ Network and manage speaker engagement.
• Create and execute outreach strategies to raise awareness of the program.
• Build relationships with speakers, faculty, staff, and community partners.
• Monitor program effectiveness and recommend improvements.

Skills

Diversity and inclusion commitment

Collaborative work with community organizations

Program planning and evaluation

Event planning and community engagement

Network maintenance

Effective communication

Event technology familiarity

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Project management

Advanced computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

A leading educational institution seeks a Program Coordinator to strengthen community relations and develop a Speakers’ Network. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree and at least 3 years of experience in a relevant field. Strong skills in program planning, event coordination, and building collaborative relationships are essential. This role involves managing speaker engagement and creating outreach strategies to connect with the community.