CELL Coordinator, Community Engagement and Lifelong Learning, Competition #OR-23-03, Location: Orillia ON

CELL Coordinator

Orillia Campus

Community Engagement and Lifelong Learning

Full-Time, 12-month Contract

Competition #OR-23-03

The Office of Community Engagement and Lifelong Learning (CELL) offers a variety of programs, courses and workshops in a variety of areas to meet the needs of Lakehead’s surrounding communities. CELL is excited to offer interesting programs for all ages, as well as professional development opportunities through various mediums to reach a wide range of participants.  More information on CELL can be found on the Community Engagement and Lifelong Learning page of the Lakehead University website

Reporting to the Principal, Orillia Campus, the CELL Coordinator has a broad portfolio, which requires the individual to be organized and creative with a strong eye for detail. The individual plays a key role in the planning and delivery of lifelong learning programs that engage diverse communities in Orillia and Thunder Bay. The CELL Coordinator will respond to complex inquiries from facilitators and community members regarding CELL programming.  They will coordinate and facilitate the set up and implementation of programs and events, including managing Zoom links, booking room spaces, communicating with event facilitators and participants, and sharing program information with other CELL members.

The CELL Coordinator will foster positive relationships with community organizations (including committees and local businesses), while providing on-site support for events as needed.  They use their strong skills in Social Media to maintain a presence on multiple platforms and maintain the website as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Education, Social Work or a related field is an asset
• Strong computer literacy and application (knowledge of Microsoft Office, Powerpoint, Excel, social media, Google workspace), for daily use;
• Use of D2L/mycourselink with instructor/course administration roles;
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities is crucial
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, customer care, and group dynamic skills, including empathy and sensitivity to the needs of older adult learners and diverse populations;
• Excellent ability to focus in order to ensure the utmost accuracy and attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and critical thought;
• Self-Starter: must be motivated on own initiative to find tasks during periods of low volume;
• Ability to multitask and maintain focus in a fast-paced, dynamic, and busy environment;
• Knowledge of videoconferencing software, specifically Zoom and Google Meets

Interested applicants may apply by clicking on this link to a Google Form and attaching your cover letter and resume in word or PDF format by April 26, 2023.

If you have any technical difficulties in accessing the link, please reach out to careers@lakeheadu.ca

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. In an effort to ensure applications are being received from under-represented groups, applicants will be asked to complete a brief self-identification questionnaire via email within three days of the posting closing date.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.  This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.