Program Coordinator

March 16, 2024

Dalhousie University


Position Details
Position Information

Position Title Program Coordinator
Department/Unit Faculty of Management – General
Research Project Schwartz Reisman Canada Israel Exchange
Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Posting Number GP011-24
Employee Group Grant-Paid
Position Type Term
Duration of Contract (if applicable) 1 year
Employment Type Full Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0
Salary $50,000 per annum, 35 hours per week
About the Organization The Schwartz Reisman Canada Israel Exchange was created as a transformational learning experience to expose university students to Israel’s history, culture and people. The program is funded by The Gerald Schwartz & Heather Reisman Foundation.
Job Summary Reporting to the National Program Director, the Program Coordinator will provide support managing the day-to-day operations of the Schwartz Reisman Canada Israel Exchange at Dalhousie University in partnership with Tel Aviv University and aiding in the integration of the Program with other additional participating Canadian and Israeli Universities.
Key Responsibilities
  • Manage the day-to-day operation of the Schwartz Reisman Canada Israel Exchange including acting as point-of-contact, facilitating program planning, recruitment and selection of students, and accounting and reimbursement of expenses.
  • Act as a liaison with the Foundation and the people leading the program at other Canadian and Israeli Universities in the absence of the National Program Director.
  • Schedule appointments, arrange meetings, and take notes at meetings.
  • Prepare, edit and file materials such as contracts, agreements, itineraries and student application documents.
  • Provide logistical support for the program, including booking travel, accommodations, transportation, meetings and site visits.
  • Provide support in managing the SRF Alumni Association, including arranging, participating in and taking note for meetings with the association’s leadership team and SRF Alumni Ambassadors, planning and executing alumni events, implementing strategic initiatives, maintaining an updated database of contact information, and maintaining various social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn).
Note Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.
National and International travel may be required to join the National Program Director on trips with students within Canada and to Israel. (occasional (4-9 times per year)
Occasional evening, weekend or holiday work may be required to meet operational requirements.
Required Qualifications
  • Diploma in office or secretarial program with at least 3 years of work experience in a related position (or equivalent combination of training and experience).
  • Experience using social media platforms (e.g. Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams etc.).
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Excellent organization and time management skills as well as strong attention to detail.
Assets
Additional Information Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a voluntary RRSP, health and dental plans and an employee and family assistance program.
Application Consideration
Diversity Statement Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity .

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1
Open Date 03/13/2024
Close Date 03/20/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
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