Manager of Career Development and Community Based Learning - Huron University College

Huron University College, affiliated with the University of Western Ontario, seeks an experienced Manager for its portfolio of services related to international and local experiential learning and career development.  The successful applicant will develop and manage educational partnerships both internationally and locally, manage Huron’s exchange study programme and other initiatives to open up opportunities for study abroad, identify opportunities for strengthening Huron’s community-based experiential learning programmes through grant and proposal development, and support faculty members in development of experiential learning opportunities. Supervised by the Associate Dean, and working in the Academic Services Centre with colleagues in Academic Advising, the Writing Centre, and Cross Cultural Services, the successful candidate is also the supervisor for the Academic Services Assistant.  This position has extensive contact with students, faculty, staff, alumni and international and local community partners.  The contract will be for two years, with potential for renewal.

Qualifications include:

-          MA in a relevant discipline

-          Five years experience in related fields in a university, including experience in career counselling and international programming, planning and coordination of programs

-          Proven success and experience with student engagement, grant writing, and event coordination 

-          Ability to organize, to meet deadlines, and to work in group and individual settings

-          Excellent communication and presentation skills

-          Understanding of the major Arts and Social Science and Theology disciplines, and insight into university-level teaching and learning

-          Tact, courtesy, diplomacy, patience, creativity, and problem-solving abilities

Applicants should send a cover letter, a résumé describing relevant experience, and the names of three references to Dr. Mark Blagrave, Dean of Arts and Social Science, Huron University College, 1349 Western Road, London, ON, N6G 1H3 (mblagrav@huron.uwo.ca). Please visit http://www.huronuc.ca/ for more information about Huron University College.

Review of applications will begin on Friday May 20^th 2011 and will continue until the position is filled. 

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.  Huron University College is committed to the highest standards of equity and encourages applications from qualified women and men, members of minorities, aboriginal peoples, and persons with disabilities.  Huron values its place in an interconnected world and desires to create a diverse and equitable employment and educational environment that recognizes the inherent worth and dignity of every person.

Maxine Dubuc

Manager, Community-Based Learning & Career Development

Huron University College

1349 Western Road

London, ON  N6G 1H3

P:  (519) 438-7224, ext. 220

E:  mdubuc2@huron.uwo.ca

F:  519-438-4338

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