Program Officer

Centre for Financial Studies

Competition Number: #276-22.23

Closing Date: March 21, 2023 at 4:30 PM

WHAT WE OFFER

Full-Time | 1-Year Term | Fredericton | Hybrid

Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri | 8:15 am - 4:30 pm | 36.25 hours per week

Salary Range: $46,103.00 - $59,931.00 per annum

UNB is committed to ensuring employees can maintain a healthy work-life balance. As such, we're proud to support a hybrid work approach, which includes flexible hours and work-from-home options.

YOUR FOCUS

Reporting to the Director - Centre for Financial Studies (CFS), the Centre for Financial Services Studies Program Officer provides leadership in fulfilling the Centre's mandate. This involves a mix of administrative responsibilities including the provision of student support in the Student Investment Fund (SIF) program and development activities.

• Assist in the development of and implementation of experiential activities for participants in the Masters in Quantitative Management (MQIM) program.
• Liaise with the Financial Services industry to secure a continuous stream of speakers for the SIF course.
• Assist in marketing the SIF course, the majors, honours and concentration in Financial Services and the Centre.
• Coordinate efforts with the Development and Donor Relations Office to secure sponsors for the Centre for Financial Studies and for the chaired professorship in Financial Services.
• Liaise with the Financial Services industry to secure a continuous stream of speakers for the SIF course.
• Prepare annual report of the Centre for Financial Studies activities and operations.
• Create and coordinate student trips, and competitive events for the Centre of Financial Studies, along with other events sponsored by the Centre of Financial Studies.
• Create content for the Faculty of Management's social media presence.
• Correspond with companies to create internship opportunities for students.
• Assist with the development of infrastructure such as space, database support, etc.
• Maintain a CRM database of SIF and MQIM alumni, as well as contacts for funding, internships, and speakers.
• Seek job placements for students in SIF/MQIM internships and capstone projects.
• Carry out any special projects/duties deemed appropriate by the Centre for Financial Studies.

WHAT YOU BRING

• A University degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

• Administrative experience.
• One (1) to two (2) years of experience in the financial services industry and marketing industries.

Additional Strengths

• A Graduate degree in a related field is considered a strong asset.
• Exposure to the corporate industry and experiential learning opportunities related to the industry is considered an asset.
• Excellent organizational and Interpersonal skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong relationship-building and teamwork skills.
• Detail and goal-oriented.
• Contacts in the business world or the ability to build contacts that can be converted to sponsors.
• Experience organizing and managing events.
• Experience in mentoring university students.

WHO WE ARE

Why Choose UNB?

UNB offers a large variety of benefits for employees, including a full pension, a minimum of three weeks of vacation annually, the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and dental, life, and health insurance.

Centre for Financial Studies

The Centre for Financial Studies (CFS) is one of a small number of such centres established in Canada. As an integral part of the Faculty of Management, its mandate is to build upon the excellent track record of the Student Investment Fund (SIF) course and to develop a broader range of experiential learning programs and activities in financial services.

PSAC Local 60551: Professional & Technical Staff Union

This position is part of the PSAC, Local 60551 employee group and falls under the PTSU Collective Agreement.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

The University of New Brunswick and PSAC/PTSU Local 60551 are committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

We thank all those who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.