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About the job
Employee Group
Student Assistant
Hours Of Work (BCGEU)
# of openings:
1
Pay Level
Hours Per Week (BCGEU):
Student Assistant Pay Scale
Employment Type
Days of Work (BCGEU):
Temporary Part Time
Internal Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Travel Frequency
External Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Competition ID
2958
ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
This role reports to the University Lead, Sustainable Development Goals.
Summary
The student research assistant will complete work duties within the context of KPU’s UNSDGs project, including assisting the UNSDGs Lead in implementing recommendations from the previous phases of the project. This involves working closely with the VP Provost’s team, the Office of Sustainability, and any other KPU Departments involved in supporting and implementing the next phases of the project.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare reports, briefs, and communications as required including written analysis and presentations related to the UNSDG project
- Assist in preparing meetings (e.g. record minutes, develop and organize presentations, information sessions, group meetings, etc.)
- Assist in project management, promotion, and communication (e.g. assist in developing project management tools, develop and update communication materials, develop and conduct surveys and/ or gather input from internal stakeholders, etc.)
- Perform other related tasks (e.g. research, document preparation, photocopying, emails, preparing invitations, etc.)
- Communicate regularly with UNSDGs partners to develop approaches and assess progress
- Serve as a liaison, with communication and coordination among partners
- Synthesize and summarize information for reporting
- Any other related and relevant tasks as required.
Qualifications
- Experience and/or interest in business and sustainability, or related fields
- Experience with and knowledge of the UNSDGs
- Demonstrated experience in navigating a cross-functional work environment
- Ability to think critically
- Ability to follow directions with minimal Supervision
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail and quality deliverables
- Strong sense of initiative
- Ability to effectively and independently manage time and produce high-quality work within project deadlines
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently and as a team member
- Positive, professional, and collaborative attitude and demeanor
- Completion (or ongoing completion) of senior-level Business and Sustainability courses, in particular the KPU Green Business Program, is preferred.
Salary Information
Student Assistants Are Paid As Per The Following
- Less than one year of post-secondary (less than 30 credits) – BC Minimum Wage
- One year of post-secondary (30-60 credits) – BC Minimum Wage plus 8%
- With a post-secondary diploma or degree – BC Minimum Wage plus 21%
Does this role sound like it was made for you, yet you don’t check every box?
We at KPU understand that experiences and qualifications may look differently for everyone and, if this job description is of interest to you, we encourage you to apply.
Note To Applicants
Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.
If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at humanresources@kpu.ca.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.
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