Job Description

Purpose:
The purpose of this position is to provide assistance to the Development and Alumni Relations team and its initiatives to further SSB's global alumni relationship building goals, plus support the data preparation for projects related to the School's ranking and other engagement efforts.



Education:
Minimum completion of two full-time years of an undergraduate business education program at the university level, or one year of a graduate level management program (i.e. MBA).



Experience:
Past experience in an Advancement office setting will be considered an asset.- Past experience working/volunteering in a business school environment will be considered an asset



Skills:
1. Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Suite, including Publisher, with some experience with its graphic design layout.2. Knowledge of Schulich School of Business, its programs, deliverables and outcomes. and the ability to contextualize and communicate these to others within the Alumni Relations frameworks of SSB.3. Problem solving and analytical skills. interviewing and active listening skills.Ability to research problems where solutions may not be readily apparent and facts may be incomplete. Ability to undertake further inquiry utilizing strong analysis and interpretation skills, and independent judgment.4. Research and Technical skills: Understanding of electronic business research resources and basic understanding of the corporate sector plus basic accounting. Ability to use routine office VPN equipment required.5. Time management: Ability to meet multiple deadlines and targets. operating within expected and established policies and procedural frameworks to achieve project deadlines.6. Flexibility and adaptability: shift and adapt to assigned priorities in order to respond to new opportunities or challenges presented.7. Able to work independently and as part of a team8. Confidentiality and ability to use discretion: Ability to uphold strict confidentiality of private and highly personal, sensitive information (i.e. alumni information), corporate strategy and other proprietary information. Knowledge of FIPPA an asset9. Interpersonal skills: Ability to exercise persuasion, both verbally and in written form, in the context of SSB's Development and Alumni Relations goals. 10. Excellent attendance and punctuality essential.



Additional Notes:


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