CRIAW invites applications for a 2-3-day/week Project Manager to manage the

FemNorthNet research project and its community leadership development 

initiative for underrepresented women in northern communities.

 

FemNorthNet explores the experiences of women with economic restructuring in 

Canadian northern communities. It is a Community-University Research Alliance 

(CURA) project funded by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research 

Council (SSHRC). Status of Women Canada funds the leadership development 

initiative through its Blueprints project. This position is based in the CRIAW 

office in Ottawa.

 

· Monitors project activity progress to ensure that activities are completed according to schedule. Takes action to resolve problems and address delays when they occur;

· Monitors the budget, reconciling monthly grant reports and annual financial reports, ensuring budget reports are provided to the management team in a timely manner;

· Works with funding bodies (University of Ottawa Research Services and Status of Women Canada) to transfer funds to community partners and theme research team leaders;

· Ensures that project activities and spending comply with SSHRC or Status of Women Canada administrative regulations and CRIAW administrative procedures. This requires a strong understanding of SSHRC, SWC and CRIAW policies and regulations;

· Liaises to ensure that the appropriate procedures are followed;

· Drafts correspondence and answers grant-related inquiries for the project;

· Takes the lead to prepare any required reporting;

· Works with the Director to supervise research assistants, community coordinators and others working on project activities;2

· Works with CRIAW Financial Officer to manage, monitor and report budget activities;

· Works with the Administrative Assistant to ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner;

.  Ensures pledged in-kind contributions are monitored and met;

· Works with the Administrative Assistant and Project Director to coordinate team meetings and conference calls and ensure notes are taken;

· Coordinates development of the Website under the direction of the Project Management team;

· Coordinates development and production of non-academic and plain language materials (written and audio visual) related to the CURA and 

Blueprints projects under the direction of the Project Management team;

· Responsible for writing the final publication on Innovative Models of Women’s Community Leadership in the North and liaising with Graphic Designer for final version.

· Co-ordinates and follows-up on Project Management team meetings;

· Co-ordinates Research Team evaluations of the project periodically as outlined in the proposal;

· Develops indicators and tools to ensure accurate reporting for the final reports to SSHRC and SWC. Liaises with community and theme team leaders to advise them and gather the needed information;

· Works with an external evaluator to conduct & finalize an evaluation of the Blueprints project for SWC.

· Develops and maintains a system to co-ordinate and track knowledge mobilization initiatives, ensuring appropriate credit is given to FemNorthNet, SSHRC and SWC;

· Works effectively as part of the Project Management team;

· Other duties as assigned.

 

· Project management experience of 3-5 years.

· Knowledge of northern Canada and Indigenous research methods and worldviews is an asset.

· Previous experience in research projects and a national organization.

· Understanding and support of feminist analysis and methodologies.

· Formal education: Undergraduate degree required. Preference for completion of a graduate degree.3

 

· Excellent English verbal and written communication as well as interpersonal skills with members of the research network, the Universities, Status of Women Canada and the public, acting and responding with diplomacy while maintaining good relations;

· Excellent working knowledge with computers, utilizing Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access), E-mail, Internet researching, desktop publishing;

· Experience with web site development and use of social media (You Tube, Twitter, Facebook, etc.);

· Experience with developing and maintaining financial records and budgets and knowledge of accounting and accounting routines;

· Proficiency in minute taking and accurate editing;

· Strong problem-solving abilities;

· Well-organized and able to accurately prioritize tasks and multi-task.

 

· Ability to work collaboratively as a team member and provide leadership.

· Ability to be self-motivated and work independently when appropriate.

 

 

Applications may be forwarded to info@criaw-icref.ca. The deadline is 

Wednesday, September 20, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. EDT

 

For more information about FemNorthNet go to www.femnorthnet.ca