Medical Sciences African Nova Scotian Cohort Advisor - (Designated position)

Dalhousie University, Canada

Updated: over 1 year ago
Location: Halifax West, NOVA SCOTIA
Deadline: 21 Dec 2022

Position Details
Position Information


Position Title Medical Sciences African Nova Scotian Cohort Advisor - (Designated position)
Department/Unit Faculty of Medicine - General
Location Halifax
Posting Number S494-22
Employee Group DPMG
Position Type Term
Duration of Contract (if applicable) 2 years
Employment Type Full Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 1
Salary $55,034 - $73,625 per annum
Classification ADM-05
Provisional Statement
This is a provisional classification. Formal classification procedures will be initiated by the Job Design Unit in approximately six months.
About Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.
Job Summary
The Medical Sciences program is a broad, interdisciplinary preparatory program that introduces students to subjects in medicine, science, and arts and social sciences. Reporting to the Assistant Dean, Medical Sciences, the Medical Sciences African Nova Scotian Cohort Advisor will consult, create, and deliver programming to overcome the barriers most often faced by students in the Maritime African Nova Scotian community.
Key Responsibilities
  • Consult with the African Nova Scotian and Dalhousie communities to build relationships, identify key barriers, and inform and recruit prospective students for the Medical Sciences Program.
  • Develop targeted culturally and academically appropriate support systems for students admitted through the cohort based on consultations.
  • Develop and distribute program information packages and orientation events for new students.
  • Oversee daily activities of the program, interacting directly with students, evaluating student activities, resolving student inquiries, issues, and problems, and advocating for students.
  • Monitor, evaluate, and analyze student success.
  • Work with Cohort Committees, Program Coordinator of Medical Sciences, Assistant Dean of Medical Sciences, and other relevant senior academic administration.
Note
The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (a combination of in-person work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.
Dalhousie’s vaccine mandate has been suspended, and employees no longer need to provide proof of full vaccination. However, health and safety risks to our community will continue to be monitored, and a vaccine mandate may be reinstated if necessary.
Dalhousie University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. In keeping with the principles of employment equity and the nature of this position, this position is designated to candidates who self-identify as African Nova Scotians. Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter addressing how they have engaged and worked with the African Nova Scotian community through past work, volunteer opportunities, and/or lived experience.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus three to five years’ of relevant experience (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).
  • Existing relationships and demonstrated ability to work in and with the African Nova Scotian community as well as demonstrated ability to leverage those relationships in a professional context.
  • Knowledge of the African Nova Scotian experience, issues, and challenges is required as well as knowledge of current resources available to African Nova Scotian students, and experience in student advising.
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal & written) and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management skills along with the ability to problem-solve, take initiative, and meet deadlines.
Assets
Job Competencies
The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core and leadership competencies (https://www.dal.ca/dept/leaders.html), in particular:
- Self-Awareness & Professionalism
- Respect & Inclusion
- Knowledge & Thinking Skills
- Communication
- Adaptability
Additional Information
Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.
Application Consideration
Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration.
We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or Human Resources.
Diversity Statement
Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity .

Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies 1
Open Date 12/01/2022
Close Date 12/21/2022
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/11952

Similar Positions