**This position is only open to students at the University of Regina, including federated colleges (FNUniv, Campion, and Luther)**

 

JOB POSTING:OUTREACH AND EVENTS COORDINATOR

The Regina Public Interest Research Group (RPIRG) is a student-run, student-funded non-profit organization dedicated to community-based research, education, action and awareness on social and environmental justice issues. RPIRG exists to provide its members with the resources to be active citizens on the University of Regina campus and in the greater community. RPIRG has been in operation since 2007. For more information, visit our website: www.rpirg.org.

The position

The Outreach and Events Coordinator is responsible for coordinating RPIRG’s student and community outreach and events, as well as managing overall communications and resource lending. We are looking for a student with event organizing and outreach knowledge and experience. Having knowledge of campus communities and RPIRG will be considered as asset.

The full job description can be found here.

Contract Period: This is a permanent part-time position as long as the successful applicant remains a registered University of Regina student. We will require proof of enrollment each semester. This position is also subject to a 3-month probationary period.

Hours of Work: 25 hours per week, with some flexibility available depending on the semester.

Remuneration: This position is paid hourly, with a starting range between $26,000 and $32,890 per year, depending on experience and skills, and based on working 25 hours per week. This position includes 15 paid vacation days per year, 20 paid sick/personal days per year, as well as annual health, transportation, and professional development allowances.

Starting date: January 2, 2024. We plan to OnBoard you during the week of December 18 and plan a training plan upon consultation. 

Deadline to apply: 9 am on Friday, December 1, 2023 

To apply: Submit a resume and brief cover letter to Tayef Ahmed (he/him) at info@rpirg.org. Please attach the above all in one document and include your name in the title. Your cover letter should connect how your skills and experience are relevant to this role, and ideally highlight your approach to leadership.

If you would prefer to apply in a different format, please contact Tayef Ahmed (he/him) at the email above to discuss. Alternative options may include a video recording describing how you would be a good fit for this role.

Equity Statement

RPIRG actively encourages and prioritizes applications from people who self-identify as being part of groups, communities, or having identities that experience barriers to equity. Self-identified equity-seeking candidates who meet the core skill and ability requirements for this position will be prioritized for hiring.

Hiring process and timeline

After the application deadline, the RPIRG hiring committee will review all applications and create a shortlist of candidates. All candidates will be notified if they have been accepted to the shortlist or not, with the opportunity to ask for additional details upon request. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to the interview process, with the ability to request alternative interview methods if accommodations are needed. After interviews and any reference checks are completed, the RPIRG hiring committee will make a hiring recommendation to the RPIRG board for consideration. If approved, the successful candidate will be notified immediately and offered the position, and other interviewed candidates will be notified of the decision.

**This position is only open to students at the University of Regina, including federated colleges (FNUniv, Campion, and Luther)**