Graduate Funding and Strategy Lead

at  Athabasca University

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A graduate degree and five years of progressively responsible experience in a post-secondary environment is preferred. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Proficient understanding in data analytics, and the ability to derive actionable insights from data to identify trends to make informed decisions.
• Proven experience or working knowledge in managing budgets and financial planning is an asset.
• Experience in creating and delivering educational webinars or similar training is required.
• An understanding of strategies to utilize community engagement related to social media marketing and content creation is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, time management, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities at once are essential.
• Strong computer skillsThe candidate should be proficient in the Office 365 environment, including Word, Excel, and MS Teams. The candidate should also have a working knowledge of or be willing to learn the Banner, COGNOS, and Degree Works systems.
• Understanding of post-secondary-level policies and procedures, especially those that pertain to the administration of graduate programs, is essential. A working knowledge of graduate awards and budget-related work would also be an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work accurately and timely, with minimal supervision.?
  A combination of education and experience will be considered.
  A detailed job description can be viewed at: Graduate Funding and Strategies Lead

A key responsibility of this position is to operationalize aspects of the FGS Strategic Plan related to graduate awards by:

• Increasing capacity of faculty to assist students with completing competitive awards applications
• Assisting students directly with awards applications
• Promoting internal/external awards to faculty and students
• Developing procedures, processes, guidelines, and mentorship to FGS awards committee(s)
• Representing AU to external funders, including attending Tri-Agency meetings on student awards
• Updating external awards links and processes