The University of New Brunswick Saint John welcomes applications for the position of Youth Enrichment Program Coordinator with the Office of the Vice-President Saint John. This is a 1-year term (with the possibility of extension), full-time (36.25 hours per week) position with a salary range of $46,839 - $58,546 per annum.
UNB Saint John offers several programs for youth in the Saint John region aimed at supporting academic success. The 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 Coordinator will plan and deliver educational enrichment activities for youth in the community which aim to excite them about life-long learning.
Position Summary:
- Design, deliver and manage the summer Discovery educational enrichment program for area children and youth on the UNB Saint John campus during the summer, and guest lessons by Discovery program instructors in area schools in May and June.
- Oversee the curriculum for all 24 or more sessions in the summer program, the activities led by Discovery program instructors on school visits.
- Hire, train, supervise and manage summer Discovery program instructors (UNB students) and subject area specialists.
- Manage the Profs2Classes program. Outreach to area schools and to UNB faculty, develop a program of school visits by UNB faculty, and coordinate the program delivery.
- Manage program staff, project budget, and material procurement.
- Develop and maintain good working relationships with area schools participating in the Profs2Classes program and the classroom visits from Discovery Program instructors.
- Represent UNB to the public and speak with parents of the children registered in the program.
- Coordinate scheduling, booking facilities, and UNB catering services for meals/snacks.
- Collaborate with UNB Marketing on the promotion of the program.
- Consult with external partners on the design and delivery of the program.
- Collect data, monitor program results, and generate and deliver reports.
Requirements/Skills:
- A bachelor's degree in a related field, but a degree in Education is preferred.
- Five (5) years' relevant work experience.
- Three (3) years' experience managing and/or delivering educational programs for children and/or youth. An equivalent combination of training and experience will also be considered.
- Experience in designing and delivering experiential education programs would be an advantage.
- Experience with educational program design, project planning and implementation, including managing a budget would all be considered an asset.
- Organizational, time-management, and excellent communication (verbal/written) skills.
- Ability to work independently and to manage deadlines with minimal supervision, manage a staff, and work collaboratively with a diverse range of partners.
- Familiarity with office computer programs, such as Microsoft Office Suite.
Closing date for applications is November 18, 2022 at 4:30 PM.
This position is covered by the terms and conditions contained in the Collective Agreement negotiated between UNB and PSAC/PTSU Local 60551.
The University of New Brunswick and PSAC/PTSU Local 60551 are 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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