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The Strategic Initiatives Coordinator supports the Strategic Initiatives department in advancing the mission of the Student and Campus Life division through high-impact projects that enhance the student experience and advance division-wide strategic goals. Working closely with the Director for Strategic Initiatives, this role contributes to research, proposal development, executive communications, and materials for high-profile events and meetings. The position also serves as a scholar-practitioner opportunity, fostering cross-campus collaboration and building professional skills in a dynamic, forward-focused environment.
Job Responsibility
The Strategic Initiatives Coordinator supports the Strategic Initiatives department in advancing the mission of the Student and Campus Life division through high-impact projects that enhance the student experience and advance division-wide strategic goals
Working closely with the Director for Strategic Initiatives, this role contributes to research, proposal development, executive communications, and materials for high-profile events and meetings
The position also serves as a scholar-practitioner opportunity, fostering cross-campus collaboration and building professional skills in a dynamic, forward-focused environment
Requirements
Considerable knowledge of project management principles, data-informed decision making, and assessment practices, including the ability to analyze benchmarking data, manage competing priorities, and contribute to strategic materials such as proposals, speeches, and executive presentations
Some knowledge of higher education administration, student affairs operations, and institutional strategy, including how divisional priorities align with university-wide goals, governance structures, and executive decision-making processes
Basic knowledge of student engagement and leadership development practices, including inclusive engagement models, high-impact student experiences, and strategies that support student learning, retention, progression, and a sense of belonging
Demonstrated organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently as a self-starter while knowing when to seek guidance or clarification
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce professional-quality materials
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities
Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, English or related field preferred
or a bachelor’s degree in stated fields with experience equivalent to a master’s degree
Considerable experience supporting projects, programs, or initiatives requiring coordination of multiple tasks, timelines, and stakeholders
Basic experience researching, synthesizing, and presenting information to support decision-making, planning, or communication efforts
Basic experience producing professional written materials, such as reports, presentations, correspondence, or briefing documents
Some experience collaborating effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
Nice to have
Some experience working in a higher-education or administrative-professional environment
Some familiarity with research tools, data analysis, or data visualization software
Some experience collaborating across departments or with senior-level professionals
Familiarity with research tools (e.g., higher education research databases), data analysis (e.g., SPSS), or data visualization software (e.g., Gantt charts)