Description

The Haskayne School of Business is currently seeking a Full-time Limited Term Program Specialist, Leadership Programs for approximately 24 months.

The Program Specialist, Leadership Programs is a valued member of the Haskayne Centres team within the Haskayne School of Business (HSB). Reporting to the Manager, Leadership Programs, this position coordinates curricular and co-curricular leadership initiatives and collaborates with faculty, staff, students, alumni, industry partners and community volunteers to advance the priorities and objectives of the Haskayne Centres in alignment with the HSB Strategic Plan.

The Haskayne Centres deliver impactful student experiences through thought leadership, learning opportunities and meaningful engagement with the community on campus, in Calgary and beyond. The portfolio currently includes the Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, the Canadian Centre for Advanced Leadership in Business, the Westman Centre for Real Estate Studies and the Trico Foundation Social Entrepreneurship Centre as well as centre-agnostic programs such as Propel and Real Deal. Established through philanthropy and community investment, the Centres provide unique and transformative experiences at the intersection of students, faculty and the business community. Within this portfolio, the Program Specialist, Leadership Programs works primarily within the Canadian Centre for Advanced Leadership in Business (CCAL) and has primary responsibility for coordinating the BMO Mentorship Program and Haskayne Adventure Leadership program, while supporting the Jarislowsky Fellowship in Business Management and other leadership initiatives as required.

This is a highly team-oriented position and requires an individual who excels in stakeholder engagement,



program coordination and event logistics, with a strong ability to balance multiple priorities and maintain effective communication during periods of increased activity. This role requires discretionary decision-making, sound judgement within established strategic direction, and professional communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Due to operational requirements, this position works predominantly in-office. The primary hours of work are Monday to Friday, 8:30 A.
M. to 4:30 P.
M, 7 hours per day (35 hours per week), although extended or alternative (evenings and weekends) may be required. This role is a member of the AUPE Bargaining Unit.

Summary of

Key Responsibilities

(job functions include but are not limited to):

The Program Specialist is responsible for the successful execution of existing programs and initiatives, and continuous improvement of programs and initiatives under the direction of the Manager, Leadership Programs. This position coordinates programs through the entire programming cycle, including the following phases: needs assessment/diagnostic, delivery, evaluation and reporting. This work requires effective project management, relationship management, data collection and analysis, sound judgment and coordination across multiple concurrent initiatives.

Program and Project Management

- Consult with the Manager,



Leadership Programs, the Haskayne Centres team and stakeholders to identify programming objectives and take responsibility for planning the scope and format of said programming
- Coordinate the planning and execution of multiple initiatives, including large-scale events and programming that are evolving and long-term in nature; the focus is on relevant, meaningful community engagement and impactful student experiences connected to these opportunities
- Maintain detailed annual program plans, timelines, processes and supporting documentation for assigned programs
- Act as a liaison with individuals and groups in the school on behalf of the relevant centres, across all relevant programs
- Ensure that program and logistics and preparations (such as venue arrangements, catering, signage, invitations, accommodations, transportation, etc.) are organized, documented, communicated and implemented
- Create, update and distribute timelines, supports the preparation of collateral (program brief, speaking notes, presentations, invitations, logistical information related to programs and initiatives etc.) and provides information to all relevant stakeholders prior to and throughout the program
- Coordinate the collection and analysis of participant feedback, program outcomes and stakeholder insights to identify opportunities for continuous improvement
- Recommend and implement improvements to program processes, participant experience and delivery based on program data, stakeholder feedback and emerging practices
- Exercise sound judgement and decision-making within the University guidelines to ensure the successful delivery of initiatives, events and activi

📌 Program Specialist, Leadership Programs (Calgary)
🏢 University of Calgary
📍 Calgary