Coordinator, Recognition of Acquired Competencies

  • Published on: Jul 05, 2024

  • Application deadline: Jan 01, 2025

  • Job Type: Full-time

  • Salary Range: 82,583.00 - 98,628.00 CAD a month

  • Vacancies:1

  • Qualification: Graduate / Any Field

  • Experience: Fresh / Experienced

  • Gender: Both


Job Description


Position Number: 50021242 /
Department: General Administration, Concordia Continuing Education
Grade: B-12
Campus: Sir George Williams (Downtown)

Salary: $82,583.00 - $98,628.00 per annum
Union/Association/HR Policy: HR POLICIES

Posting deadline: July 18, 2024

Are you ready to join a dynamic and multicultural environment that fosters growth, innovation, and real impact? Take the opportunity to be part of Concordia University - recognized as Canada's top university under the age of 50 and one of Montreal's top Employers.

Contribute to a vibrant community that tackles society's challenges, supports your personal and professional development, and plays a role in building a sustainable world.

Enjoy comprehensive benefits, a defined pension plan, and access to on-site well-being facilities like a cutting-edge gym and health clinic, along with various educational and cultural offerings.

NOTE: This opportunity entails a temporary one-year contract

MISSION
As a direct report to the Senior Director, Executive and Professional Programs, you will assist in the creation and implementation of the RAC program. Responsibilities include managing project timelines, fostering stakeholder collaboration, and overseeing communication strategies. Your role will involve research, development of assessment tools, faculty training, progress tracking, and ensuring program alignment with university standards and strategic objectives.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Support the planning and execution of RAC activities university-wide. Develop a comprehensive project plan with timelines, milestones, and deliverables for program implementation.
  • Coordinate resources, schedules, and tasks to keep the project on schedule and within budget.
  • Engage with faculty, academic advisors, and external partners to enhance collaboration and support. Schedule and conduct regular meetings with stakeholders to update progress, gather input, and address concerns.
  • Collaborate with faculty and academic departments to identify suitable courses and credit requirements for the RAC initiative. Apply pedagogical principles to assist faculty in designing evaluation strategies, including authenticating documentation and creating effective assessment tools and methodologies for prior learning evaluation.
  • Assist in devising communication strategies to inform students, staff, and external affiliates about the RAC program. Help in crafting promotional materials and organizing informational events and workshops.
  • Conduct training sessions for faculty and staff involved in prior learning assessments. Offer guidance to departments in handling student RAC applications efficiently.
  • Create tools/resources (guidelines, frameworks, templates) to support subject matter experts in establishing RAC processes and regulations.
  • Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation plans. Tackle issues promptly to maintain project momentum.
  • Participate in relevant working groups or committees as required.
  • Conduct research that aids in implementing competency recognition.
  • Monitor project progress closely to ensure key milestones and deliverables are achieved. Generate regular reports on project status, including progress, challenges, and suggestions for enhancement.

REQUIREMENTS
  • Master's degree in education, Educational Technology, or a related field, along with 2-4 years of experience in educational program development or a related area
  • Preference for experience in higher education environments, showing a good grasp of academic standards and policies
  • Past engagement in stakeholder communications, curriculum design, and project coordination highly valued
  • Expertise in prior learning assessment or competency-based education
  • Proficiency in educational technology tools and systems
  • Cross-cultural competency for effective interactions with diverse stakeholders
  • Innovative mindset to explore novel approaches to prior learning recognition
  • Strong focus on customer service with an emphasis on student success
  • Ability to adapt to organizational changes and unforeseen hurdles
  • Excellent research skills to conduct thorough research aiding in program development
  • Experience in instructional design to create training, workshops, and programs
  • Skilled in pedagogical and andragogical practices in higher education, forming assessment tools and methodologies, and comprehension of academic evaluation procedures
  • Experience in delivering training sessions and workshops, particularly in an educational context
  • Demonstrated project management abilities, including crafting detailed project plans, managing timelines, and coordinating activities
  • Analytical skills to oversee project progress, identify risks, and develop mitigation strategies
  • Superb communication and interpersonal skills for effective engagement with varied stakeholders and fostering collaboration
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Suite, Canva, Asana, and LMS systems
  • Aptitude for team collaboration and contribution to strategic initiatives aligned with institutional objectives
  • Positive team-building approach
  • Willingness to work extended hours when necessary

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by our Talent Team.


Concordia University primarily operates in English for instruction and research purposes. Proficiency in English and French is requisite for this position given its support of the university's academic and administrative functions.


IMPORTANT: An assessment of language and computer skills will be conducted for shortlisted candidates.

Territorial Recognition
Concordia University's campus occupies traditional Indigenous territories. We acknowledge the Kanien’kehá:ka Nation as custodians of these lands and waters. Tiohtià:ke/Montreal, a place of assembly for many First Nations historically, now houses a diverse population of Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples. We honor the enduring links to the past, present, and future in our interactions with all communities in Montreal.

Workforce Diversity
Concordia University staunchly upholds employment equity and actively seeks a diverse faculty and staff. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including women, individuals from visible minorities, Indigenous persons, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, persons with disabilities, and others contributing to diversity. Candidates are encouraged to declare their status voluntarily through an inclusive application process. Data collected for this purpose is confidential, with aggregated results working towards fostering an inclusive environment at Concordia, supporting all community members in their endeavors across university activities.

Accessibility
Our commitment to fostering diversity extends to accessibility in recruitment procedures. We aim to provide accommodations to applicants as needed. If you anticipate needing adjustments during the interview process, kindly contact hr-employment@concordia.ca in confidence.

Immigration Status
All qualified candidates are welcome to apply; however, priority will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents due to Government reporting obligations necessitating information on applicants' status.

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