Outreach and Community Engagement Officer

Union/Affiliation:

Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)

Pay range:

$79,884 to $95,287 annually

SFU Department Descr:

Faculty of Science - Office of the Dean

Position Grade:

9

# of openings:

1

Biweekly Hours:

72

About the Role

The Manager, Outreach and Engagement is responsible managing K-12 student educational programing as well as events for the general public. This role is an integral part of our student recruitment and retention team but also works closely with advancement staff, faculty members, graduate students, and external organizations.

The ideal candidate will excel at building relationships and collaborations; be able to communicate effectively with a broad range of people both inside and outside the University; and be able to work with a team but also independently to develop strategies in support of the Faculty of Science.

Full Job Description

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Arts, Science, Business or equivalent, and four years of related experience including community/industry engagement, program development, external relations management, budget management, event management, marketing and communication, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Strategic planning and specifically being able to bridge activities across units.
• Providing mentorship and training to undergraduate students.
• As a representative of SFU with external stakeholders, exceptional professionalism and integrity.
• Exceptionally organized.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer temporary employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

• An additional 7% pay in lieu of benefits & 8% vacation pay
• Employer paid extended health & dental plans
• Professional development funds (minimum contract period of 1 year)
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions

Additional Information

The assignment end date is March 12, 2027.

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.