QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Education or another related field is required.
• Five (5) to Eight (8) years of relevant experience
• Good knowledge of university programs and services, as well as francophone trends and issues (community and university)
• Excellent knowledge of issues affecting cultural and community organizations and the education sector
• Good interpersonal skills and excellent customer service skills
• Ability to manage teams and multiple projects simultaneously
• Adaptability to constantly evolving situations
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Skills in analysis, design, and the management of important files
• Good skills in personnel management and teamwork
• Ability to work autonomously and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to work fluently (verbal and written) in both official languages, French and English, is required.
  The official University hours of operation shall be from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, during, and including, the months from September to April, and from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m Monday through Friday during and including May to August., amounting to thirty-three and three-quarter (33.75) hours per week.
  Laurentian University has adopted a formal Policy on Flexible Work Arrangements, which supports remote work plans based on operational considerations. At Laurentian University, we recognize that work-life balance is essential for both personal well-being and professional success. Our policy offers employees some flexibility to better balance personal needs while maintaining effective service delivery.

LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT - AKI GAABIJIDEBENDAAGWAK

We would like to acknowledge the Robinson-Huron Treaty of 1850. We also further recognize that Laurentian University is located on the traditional lands of the Atikameksheng Anishnawbek and that the City of Greater Sudbury, also includes the traditional lands of the Wahnapitae First Nation. We extend our deepest respect to Indigenous peoples - as a sign of our continued relationship we will support Laurentian University’s Truth and Reconciliation Task Force Recommendations. Miigwech. Listen to it in Anishinaabemowin.
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RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Associate Vice-President, Francophone Affairs, the Director of the Office of Francophone Affairs (BAF) manages the sector’s operations, including the management of Francophone initiatives and special projects, staff, the departmentʼs budget, and budgets related to special grants. In addition, this person is responsible for ensuring good communication of the sector’s activities, and for supporting language protection and complaints related to Francophone affairs and the projects of the AVP of Francophone Affairs, in the area of Francophone studies and academic partnerships.

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Management of the department Budget and Budgets Related to Special Grants:
• Work with the administrative officer to ensure proper management and record-keeping of BAF expenses, follow financial processes closely (payment methods, etc.).
• Be the contact person for the Finance department and support them with annual activities related to Francophone affairs (list of activities, etc.), funding for special projects and the annual classification of expenses, as needed.
• Provide bi-annual financial updates to the VRA (end of September and end of February).
• Write or support the writing of the written portion of ministerial reports and reports for other funders (special projects).