Make a Difference in the Co-op World!

The Master of Management in Co-operatives and Credit Unions (MMCCU) at Saint Mary’s University, Halifax, NS is recruiting a program manager.

This is a full-time position, based in Halifax. The job requires considerable travel in Canada, the US, Europe and other destinations. The initial appointment will be from 3-5 years and renewable based on performance of the incumbent.

The successful candidate is a professional who has worked in or takes a serious interest in co-operatives and must have a solid understanding of co-operatives and credit unions and an appreciation for their value to the economy and society.

The candidate should be familiar with our successful MMCCU program (see /en/page/broken-link?old_url=http%253A%252F%252Fwww.mmccu.coop). In addition, the candidate should have strong presentation and fundraising skills. He or she must have networking skills and the ability to build relationships with co-op leaders, and others in the field. Experience in people-focused organizations is a definite asset.

The candidate should have an interest in student recruitment and follow-up. A post-graduate degree is desirable but relevant experience will also be considered. The candidate must take an active interest in the academic as well as the non-academic side of our program. For a detailed job description see /en/page/broken-link?old_url=http%253A%252F%252Fwww.mmccu.coop.

Application Process:

Please reply in confidence, with a c.v. to:

Director, MMCCU Program, Sobey School of Business, Saint Mary’s University,
923 Robie St. Halifax, NS, Canada B3H 3C3.
Fax your application to MMCCU Program at 902-420-5129
Email to mmccujob@gmail.com

Deadline is 15 August 2011.