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Western University delivers an academic experience second to none. Western challenges the best and brightest faculty, staff and students to commit to the highest global standards. Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world application. Western attracts individuals with a broad worldview, seeking to study, influence and lead in the international community. Since 1878, The Western Experience has combined academic excellence with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social and cultural growth in order to better serve our communities.
About Us
Ivey Business School at Western University is Canada’s leading provider of relevant, innovative and comprehensive business education. Together, our staff members create and support exceptional program experiences that have made Ivey graduates among the most sought-after hires by organizations around the globe. It is challenging work, and we are always looking for bright, new people to build on our reputation.
NBS is a global non-profit housed within the Centre for Building Sustainable Value at Ivey Business School, focused on sharing knowledge to build a world that is fairer and more ecologically sound. NBS engages an international community of sustainability experts to create open-access content that enables practical action. We facilitate opportunities for sustainability scholars worldwide to connect and increase their capacity for impact.
Responsibilities
About the Role:
This position combines business sustainability and Data Management. It is a four-month, full-time, remote position to help organize and mobilize sustainability knowledge. You’ll help manage NBS’ ever-growing libraries of sustainability content, contacts, and research, innovating internal processes to achieve more impact. You’ll work collaboratively with the Network for Business Sustainability team online with Zoom meetings and project management software “Basecamp.”
- Managing database of contacts in the Sustainability Centres Community (SCC)
- Analyzing the business sustainability landscape to identify key trends, focal topics, and questions
- Organizing sustainability research publications and NBS content by focal topic
- Supporting organizational processes for NBS events
- Working with NBS web specialist intern to compile annual Impact Report
- Compiling opportunities and articles in Mailchimp for NBS monthly newsletters
- Other priority NBS tasks as required
- Being a committed, engaged, and positive member of a small team!
Qualifications
Education:
- Must be a student returning to studies in the fall
Experience:
- Previous work experience in a similar role or within the department
Skills, Abilities & Expertise:
Well organized, analytical thinker
- Well organized, analytical thinker
- Independent, entrepreneurial, resourceful, reliable
- Knowledge of business sustainability concepts with a strong interest in positive impact
- Experience working in Excel or with other database tools
- Helpful tools to be familiar with (though not essential): Basecamp project manager, HubSpot, WordPress, Mailchimp
- Written and verbal communication skills to express ideas clearly, and adapt communication style to suit the situation and audience
- Ability to follow processes and practices with high attention to detail
- Demonstrates integrity and works in accordance with Western's policies and procedures
- Ability to multi-task and maintain an organized work environment
- Computer skills with Microsoft Office, with the ability to learn and use new software programs as required
Why Western?
Western offers a broad and exciting variety of part-time and temporary employment opportunities with ample room for job exploration and growth. Within our beautiful campus, you are part of a progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance including access to our state-of-the-art recreation centre. Apply for an opportunity to be part of the Western community and contribute to its success!
Applying at Western
To ensure that your application is given full consideration, please complete all relevant sections of the application. In addition, you can choose to supplement your application with a cover letter and current resume.
Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.
Western Values Diversity
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources at hrhelp@uwo.ca or phone 519-661-2194.
Please Note:
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
