Proposal Developer

at  Lambton College

COMPANY BIOGRAPHY:

Located on the beautiful homeland that is the traditional territory of the Ojibwe, Potawatomi and Odawa Nations, for over 50 years, Lambton College has been a ground-breaking institution. Lambton College is a national leader in applied research, teaching methodologies, experiential learning opportunities and future-facing educational innovations. With 13,000+ students from 20 countries around the world, two main campuses in Sarnia, Ontario, and a growing roster of more than 90 diploma, certificate and degree programs, Lambton College offers students flexible learning options with a broad range of programs and courses that incorporate elements of classroom, mobile, hybrid and accelerated educational alternatives.
Lambton College currently ranks third overall in Canada, and second overall in Ontario for Research in addition to maintaining a ranking within the top 4 Colleges for Research in Canada for seven straight years.
At Lambton College, we’re proud of where we have been, but more importantly, where we are going, together. With Caring and Vitality as two of our core values at Lambton College, you know you’ll be joining a team of passionate and fun colleagues.

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Application Development

• Support managers and researchers in applications
• Organizes and packages supporting documentation such as insurance certificates, letter of incorporation and contracts as part of the proposal application
• Understands funding requirements and ensures the partner and project are eligible to apply
• Organizes funding application portal requirements including (NSERC, CFI, OCI, SSHRC)
• Tracks application submission information and results

Proposal Writing

• Supports researchers with development of research proposals including project plans, methodology, activity table and project budget
• Supports in review of proposals under supervision of Associate Director, Development and Strategic Initiatives to ensure information required is in included and grammar and formatting are correct
• Ensure partners of new researchers are satisfied with research project activities and progression and identify any concerns

Other Duties As Assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 2 year Post-Secondary diploma in Business Marketing, Public Relations or equivalent combination of education and related work experience
• Minimum of one year experience in proposal preparation and writing
• Experience in developing research proposals and working with researchers and partners
• Understanding of various funding programs (local, regional provincial and federal programs, NSERC (ARTP, Mobilized ARD) SSHRC , OCI (VIP), FedDev (AMF, ICP), CFI-CIIF, ORF), proposal process and its requirements, technical and strategic vision behind the project and funding programs
• Experience in assisting researchers with their research proposals and development activities
• Awareness about College, local, provincial and national strategies and priorities
• Comprehensive awareness about College capacity in various areas of focus
• Ability to deal professionally and effectively with people at all levels in and outside of the College

The incumbent should possess the following abilities:

• Proficiency in a variety of computer programs including word processing, desktop publishing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, Windows, graphics, e-mail and the Internet
• Superior research and documentation skills and ability to write to deadlines
• Ability to work as a team as well as independently
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Flexibility, creativity, confidence, enthusiasm, initiative and reliability
• Proven ability to complete multiple assignments within timeframes assigned, superior written and oral communication skills

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Lambton College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the interview coordinator of accommodation measures you may require during our selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.
We thank all applicants for their interest and wish to advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Lambton College is an equal opportunity employer seeking to live its values in all we do. We are committed to taking proactive steps to provide and create opportunities for historically marginalized groups. We seek applicants who will strengthen our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strongly encourage the following qualified candidates: women, Indigenous peoples, racialized people, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+ to consider working with and for Lambton College.
We recognize that structural barriers shape experiences and job qualifications, and therefore we seek to use employment equity to differentiate between candidates who meet the required qualifications; and encourage people to apply even if they feel that the position would be a stretch.

Please refer the Job description for details