Project Coordinator – Finding Balance Part-time

Job Title

Project Coordinator

Job Description

This competition is open to all applicants however; internal candidates and applicants who were former employees of the University of Alberta will be given priority consideration before external candidates. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status.

Location – This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work at North Campus Edmonton.

The Injury Prevention Centre (IPC) is the leader in injury prevention in Alberta. The IPC strengthens and coordinates action on the leading injury issues that are addressed through surveillance, program support, knowledge synthesis and translation, and education and information sharing.

The Project Coordinator provides leadership in the development, implementation and ultimate success of the Finding Balance program and campaign. The successful candidate encourages, promotes, and supports effective activities for the prevention of fall injuries in older adults.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate resource development or revisions for the fall prevention program and campaign.
• Coordinate educational opportunities on fall prevention for stakeholders, practitioners, and older adults such as Practitioners Day and webinars.
• Identify, establish, and maintain relationships with key fall prevention partners, stakeholders, and sponsors.
• Develop and coordinate the Finding Balance Falls Prevention Newsletter (4x annually), including article collection and writing, editing, and distribution. The purpose of this electronic newsletter is to share information sharing regarding items such as recent research, upcoming events, and conferences.
• Coordinate and/or participate in committees, task groups, and teams as appropriate.
• Coordinate and chair the Finding Balance Steering Committee and support intermediaries, sponsors, and partners.
• Establish and maintain knowledge and awareness of current fall prevention programs and resources.
• May be required to assist with other Centre programs.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Health Promotion, Public Health, Kinesiology, or related field.
• Ability to public speak, and facilitate meetings, workshops, and webinars.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders.
• Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively with diverse audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional training in injury prevention, fall prevention, and adult education would be considered an asset.

About the Team

The School of Public Health integrates research, graduate education, and community engagement to improve population health. Its interdisciplinary structure includes academic programs, centres, and research teams focused on tackling pressing public health issues locally and globally. The School is dedicated to creating knowledge, training public health professionals, and advancing evidence-informed policy and practice.

About University of Alberta

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community. The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide. Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people – from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more. At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns. The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply. L'Université de l'Alberta s'engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.