Work in a purpose driven career with MaKami College, public post-secondary college that has been helping students for over 20 years with locations in Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta.
MaKami College offers students in-person, online, and blended programs in Massage Therapy, Health Care Aide, Business Administrative Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, and more. Rapidly growing, we are working to expand our campuses into cities across Canada, and continuously working to add programs to our course catalogue. We work with our team to grow and develop in areas they are passionate about, focusing on our MaKami Pillars - Leadership, Professionalism, Helpfulness, and Inspiration. MaKami team members are provided with many opportunities for professional career growth in a fulfilling and dynamic work environment.
The MaKami team is passionate about creating generational change through education, and we provide the tools and a safe environment for our staff to change the lives of our students and their families.
The Program Coordinator, Applied Politics, provides essential administrative and operational support to the Department Head, faculty, and students within the Applied Politics department. This role is responsible for coordinating class schedules, managing instructor contracts, and organizing student work experiences. Acting as a liaison across internal departments, including Operations, SALT (Strategic Academic Learning Team), Office of the Registrar, and Marketing, the Program Coordinator ensures the department functions efficiently and students receive a cohesive and informed experience.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: A diploma or certificate in office administration or a related field is required. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will also be considered.
• Experience:
• Experience in a coordination, administrative, or student support role, preferably in a post-secondary environment.
• Familiarity with student services and academic operations is an asset.
• Knowledge of politics, current events, or public affairs is considered an asset.

SKILLS:

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and adapt to shifting deadlines and responsibilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Interpersonal and relationship-building skills across a wide range of stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and SharePoint.
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Culturally competent and able to work with diverse student populations.
• Problem-solving, initiative, and proactive follow-through.

• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to the Department Head of Applied Politics.
• Coordinate class schedules, room bookings, and course logistics in collaboration with faculty and internal departments.
• Manage instructor contracts, onboarding, and documentation.
• Organize and oversee student work experience placements, including liaising with external partners and tracking participation.
• Communicate regularly with students, faculty, and departments to support timely updates and information flow.
• Maintain departmental records, including course materials, instructor files, and placement logs.
• Plan and coordinate departmental events, guest speaker panels, and special sessions.
• Stay informed on political trends, educational regulations, and post-secondary best practices to inform department strategies.
• Assist in preparing reports and documentation for internal planning and external reporting.
• Provide support for trade shows, career fairs, and recruitment events across Canada to promote the Applied Politics program, as needed.