The University of New Brunswick Saint John welcomes applications for the position of Youth Enrichment Program Coordinator with the Office of the Vice President. This is an 8-month term, full-time (36.25 hours per week) position. The position is funded by external monies with a salary range of $44,556-$55,695 per annum.
The position of Youth Enrichment Program Coordinator has been created to help the University of New Brunswick Saint John meet its objective of making a university education accessible to as many New Brunswickers as possible. The incumbent will plan and deliver educational enrichment activities for youth in the community which aim to excite them about life-long learning.
Note: This position was previously posted and closed on December 20, 2021. All applications will be resubmitted in the competition. Previous applicants need not reapply.
Position summary:
- Design, deliver and manage an educational enrichment program for children and youth on the UNB Saint John campus during the summer.
- Hire, train and supervise summer program leaders (UNB students).
- Manage the administrative aspects of the program including booking facilities; organizing sessions; arrange meals and snacks for program participants with UNB catering services.
- Coordinate programming with other UNB program staff.
- Coordinate promotion of the program with UNB Marketing.
- Consult with external partners on the design and delivery of the program. Report to funding agency.
Requirements/Skills:
- A bachelor's degree in education and five years relevant work experience is required. An equivalent combination of training and experience will also be considered.
- An educator with the experience and maturity to design and manage the program and to train and supervise the junior staff who will deliver the program.
- At minimum, three years managing and/or delivering educational programs for children and/or youth.
- Experience in designing and delivering experiential education programs would be an advantage.
- Prior experience with educational program design, project planning and implementation, including managing a budget.
- Excellent organizational skills. The ability to work independently and to manage deadlines with minimal supervision.
- The ability to work collaboratively with a diverse range of partners.
- Project management and time management skills. Good written and oral communication skills.
- Basic facility with office computer programs.
- Basic first aid training and (re-)certification will be provided to all enrichment program staff, including the Enrichment Program Coordinator before the summer program begins in June of each year.
Closing date for applications is January 22, 2022 4:30 PM. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
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