New job ARI Outreach Coordinator in Northwest Territories

Aurora College's mission is to demonstrate leadership in the delivery of relevant and meaningful education and research rooted in strong connections to Northern land, tradition, community and people.

The incumbent is responsible for the planning, coordination, implementation and delivery of public education programs in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) outreach for the Aurora Research Institute (ARI) with a primary focus on the T¿icho, Yellowknife, and Sahtu regions. The incumbent provides assistance and guidance to college staff, the research community, and regional organizations on methods to promote and deliver STEM outreach and education programs. This position is located in Yellowknife and reports to the Manager, North Slave Research Centre.

The position is also responsible for working with existing regional organizations, research community, and national organization partners in the delivery of educational STEM outreach. The coordinator will work to develop new outreach partnerships and effect meaningful growth in existing partnerships.

Critical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge and academic background in STEM field.
• Demonstrated knowledge in designing, implementing, and managing projects.
• Knowledge and experience in project assessment and evaluation.
• Knowledge, experience, and an understanding of working in a cross-cultural environment.
• Experience building and maintaining collaborative partnerships.
• Experience in proposal writing process and working in partnership with other service agencies to deliver programs.
• Experience in coding, robotics, and youth-friendly micro-manufacturing technology such as 3D printing and digital design.
• Sound knowledge of Northern Canada.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by the completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline with 2 years of experience delivering outreach content, instruction, communications, or other public engagement role.

Inquiries Only:

Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
[email protected]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.