Assistant professor Jobs in Dartmouth, NS

Mount Saint Vincent University is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community and encourages applications from all qualified candidates including women, persons of any sexual orientations and gender identities and / or expressions, Indigenous persons, African Canadians, other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and other groups that would contribute to the diversification of our campus. Candidates who identify as being from any of these groups are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify in their application materials. All qualified candidates are welcome to apply; however, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.The President's Office at Mount Saint Vincent University invites applications for the position of Strategic Advisor & Executive Assistant.Reporting directly to the President, the Strategic Advisor & Executive Assistant provides strategic and senior administrative guidance and support on issues and project management, internal and external relations, community engagement communications, and governance, all while acting as a senior and trusted advisor to the President. The role also includes management of the President's Office in general. Other key responsibilities includes : Advise on confidential issues to ensure President has all insight and information required to make informed decisionsProvide excellent judgement, diplomacy and understanding of all issues to support the President and President's officeStay informed of all policies and procedures of the University in particular those of highest direct relevance to the role of the President while remaining current on post-secondary educational issues and trends provincially, regionally and nationallyProvide general meeting preparation for the PresidentAttendance at meetings, as well as both on and off campus events, at times representing the President on her behalf.Work irregular or extended hours during peak times of the year, including answering and respond to after-hour calls periodicallyBuild and leverage relationships with internal and external stakeholders and liaise with these groups / individualsCollaborate with·departments and university·representativesYou possess a university degree, preferably in Public Relations or Business Administration, along with 5 years of experience in communications, report writing, leading people, project management, and customer service. You have a high business acumen with a keen ability to build relationships, employ diplomacy and represent the University with the utmost integrity and tact, including at times acting as a public facing representative of the institution. Direct knowledge and involvement in government relations, or experience working in government, would be a critical asset for success in this role.Classification : Full-Time MPA Level 5 PositionStarting Range : $67,783 (Step Progression $67,783 to $82,469)Start date : ASAPApplication Process : If you require accommodations throughout this process, please let us know. Applications must include a cover letter and resume. To apply for this position, go to www.msvu.ca / careers and follow the online application system. This is a re-posting of the position. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and the position will remain open until filled.About Mount Saint Vincent UniversityA leader in online and experiential learning, Mount Saint Vincent University takes a personalized approach to education to nurture socially responsible global citizens. With equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility at the fore, MSVU has been challenging the status quo since its founding 150 years ago (1873) and today prioritizes access and impact for all underserved groups. MSVU has been nationally recognized for having one of the lowest student-to-professor ratios across its programs in Arts, Science, Education and Professional Studies; for providing students early access to valuable research opportunities; for its legacy in the advancement of women; and for facilitating critical advancements in food security, healthy aging, literacy, nutrition, childhood development and more. MSVU is located in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaq People. www.msvu.ca