Indigenous Community Outreach Associate (MT0369, SAF1A, GR3)

Job Category:

Term positions for management and excludeds

 

Position Context:

Enrolment Services (ES) is recruiting an Indigenous Community Outreach Associate. A member of the Outreach, Recruitment and Communications team in ES, the Indigenous Community Outreach Associate reports to the Associate Director, Partnerships and Access and works with a Community Engagement Coordinator, Recruiters, and students. This team builds relationships with Indigenous communities and develops and delivers engagement and mentorship programming for primary and secondary school students, CEGEP students, and young adults; with a goal of increasing access to higher education for Indigenous youth.

 

The Indigenous Community Outreach Associate establishes contacts in organizations and schools that serve First Nations, Inuit, and Métis youth to identify and inspire pathways to higher education. The Indigenous Community Outreach Associate contributes to the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of McGill’s outreach endeavours to First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities, including front-line outreach and recruitment activities (both on and off-campus), virtual outreach and recruitment (webinars, websites and social media), marketing and communication initiatives, and relationship building with internal and external partners.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

Build relationships with Indigenous communities, schools, and organizations serving Indigenous youth.

As part of the Outreach team, develop mentorship programming in consultation with Indigenous communities, schools, and organizations that appeals to interests of, meets the needs of, and builds engagement with Indigenous youth.

Oversee logistics of outreach programming delivery, including supervision of student coordinators.

Participate in efforts to build collaboration within ES, and across faculties and units at McGill to streamline engagement with Indigenous communities, share best practices, and increase efficiency.

Develop opportunities for Indigenous youth to participate in research and mentorship projects on campus.

Prepare travel schedules and make travel arrangements; coordinate and manage events; complete visit/event reports and expense reports; ensure follow-up on issues raised during and after visits/events.

Contribute to recruitment and admissions of Indigenous students, in collaboration with the recruitment and admissions teams.

Present accurate information to program participants, future students, families, alumni, counsellors and government/industry professionals by keeping abreast of McGill’s undergraduate admissions policies, application procedures, program requirements, and student services.

In collaboration with Recruitment staff and graphic designers, contribute to the content, design, development and proofing of digital media and print advertising materials to effectively communicate with target audiences.

Contribute to the improvement of current initiatives and the development of new ones by evaluating and reporting on current activities and keeping abreast of best practices and emerging tools in the rapidly changing fields of outreach, recruitment, marketing, social media, and web design.

Ensure and assure appropriate inclusion of and sensitivity to Indigenous culture in all outreach activities.

 

Education/Experience:

DEC III

Three (3) years’ related experience OR

Undergraduate degree

One (1) year related experience

 

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities:

Indigenous applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. Written and oral communication skills in an Indigenous language an asset. Excellent communication skills (oral and written communication skills in English; written and oral communication skills in French, an asset). Knowledge of Indigenous cultures and traditions and experience working with Indigenous communities and individuals. Excellent organizational skills and professional conduct. Student-focused and service-oriented. Proven experience working in an environment where confidentiality is foremost.

Excellent interpersonal skills demonstrating discretion and judgement. Proven ability to work both autonomously and as a member of a team to build strong relationships with internal and external partners. Event planning and project management skills are assets. Experience working in a PC environment using databases, presentation software, MS Word, Excel, email, and internet search engines. Valid Quebec Driver’s license, Canadian passport.

 

Additional Information:

Temporary position may be extended. Possibility of permanent position.

 

How to Apply:

Please submit your cover letter and curriculum vitae, clearly indicating the reference number, to Enrolment Services at hr.es@mcgill.ca (mailto:hr.es@mcgill.ca).

 

The deadline to apply for this position is May 24, 2019 at 5:00 PM.

 

*Current employees: please indicate your McGill ID number in your application*

 

We thank all applicants for their interest in McGill University. However, Enrolment Services will only contact applicants selected for an interview.

 

McGill applicants, covered by the McGill Non-Unionized, Non-Academic Personnel Policies and Procedures, must apply to a regular M and Excluded position within ten (10) working days of the date of publication to maintain internal priority

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process  may  contact,  in  confidence,  Professor  Angela Campbell, Associate Provost (Equity and Academic Policies) at angela.campbell@mcgill.ca (mailto:angela.campbell@mcgill.ca) or 514-398-1660.

 

Faculty/Unit:

Enrollment Services

 

Salary Range:

(Grade 03) $46,300 – $57,900 (mid point) – $69,500

 

Hours:

33.75

 

Duration:

Two (2) Years

 

Reporting to:

Associate Director

 

Reference no.:

MT0369

 

Post Date:

Friday, May 10, 2019