3CC Student Coordinators Hiring!
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Student Coordinators (7 positions)
Deadline for Applications: October 20, 2011 at 12pm
Three Course Connection (3CC) Dinner Background:
The purpose of the 3CC Dinner is to inspire and educate students about the diverse career options available after graduation and increase their awareness of interdisciplinary and cross-faculty opportunities. The audience will be undergraduate students in their 3rd or 4th year from the faculty of Arts and Applied Science, and the Sauder School of Business. At the last event, in March 2011, over 100 students attended and seized the opportunity to meet 60 Alumni who have used their degree to pursue a wide range of successful and rewarding careers.
Position Summary: As a part of the Planning Committee, the 3CC Student Coordinator will work with the Chairperson in all aspects of planning the event. In general, the responsibilities of the Student Coordinator will be to utilize their strong leadership skills to assist in shaping the program and vision of the 2012 3CC Dinner, as well as to plan and coordinate a successful event.
Time Commitment: 3-5 hours/week October – December; 5-10 hours/week January – February, and more hours closer to the day of the event in early – mid March
Description of Duties:
Assist the planning committee and contribute to developing the program and planning the event
Develop a master timeline with the planning committee, as well as key aspects of each phase
Manage and implement the various tasks required at each phase of the plan. Including; Alumni Recruitment, Communications, Marketing, and Volunteers/Logistics
Attend regular meetings with planning committee and complete assigned action items
Work with various units in the Faculties of Arts, Applied Science and the Sauder School of Business which help support this event
Student Coordinators will work within the following areas –
o Alumni Recruitment (2 positions)
o Marketing, Communications and Promotions (2 positions)
o Venue and Logistics
o Sponsorship and Gifts
o Networking pre-event and day-of entertainment
Supervision Received: The Student Coordinator position will be led by a chairperson and supported by an advisory group composed of UBC staff members from – Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Applied Science, Sauder School of Business, and UBC Alumni Affairs
Qualifications:
Possess strong leadership qualities
Previous experience with working on a committee or team project
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and project management skills
Ability to motivate and inspire others and lead by example
Demonstrated flexibility and problem solving skills
Excellent communication skills: professional email/phone correspondence, public speaking and presentation proficiency
Task-oriented and reliable
Ability to recognize problems quickly and apply sound solutions in a timely manner
Previous experience with all Microsoft Office applications
Knowledge of UBC’s services and resources for students
Past experience or involvement in campus-related leadership initiatives an asset
Anticipated Learning Outcomes: The Student Coordinator should expect to gain experience in an influential leadership and project management role as well as learn specific administrative aspects of working with many students, faculty, staff and members of the alumni community. Moreover, the Student Coordinator should also expect opportunities to use and develop skills in the following (but not limited to) areas:
Event planning and management
Committee organization
Goal setting and event evaluation
Building a personal network within the alumni community
The position of the 3CC Dinner Student Coordinator should reflect the goals of UBC Alumni Affairs as well as the Student Coordinator’s desired learning outcomes as they relate to his/her strengths and areas of improvement.
To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for two references by October 20, 2011 at 12pm
Candidates are encouraged to submit their application via email to Darran Fernandez by email, darran.fernandez@ubc.ca
Questions and further enquiries may be addressed to:
Darran Fernandez
Alumni Relations Officer, Students and Young Alumni
Alumni Affairs | The University of British Columbia
604.827.3293 | darran.fernandez@ubc.ca