PROJECT COORDINATOR – PURDY CRAWFORD CHAIR

The Purdy Crawford Chair in Indigenous Business Studies, hereinafter referred to as the “Chair”, is based in the Shannon School of Business and works in partnership with Unama’ki College and Mi’kmaw communities. The Chair encourages discussion topics related to Indigenous Business by documenting and sharing Indigenous business success stories and mentoring students, locally and nationally.

Detail on the work of the Chair is available at Purdy Crawford Chair in Aboriginal Business Studies – Cape Breton University : Cape Breton University

PURPOSE:

The research position will be responsible for supporting the administration of research and curriculum development priorities of the Chair.  General activities also involve working with communities and providing mentorship for students doing research in Indigenous-led research activities. This is a full-time limited term, one year contract with possibility of renewal.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Project administration including production of reports
• Plan, coordinate, schedule and organize meetings and interviews with key informants.
• Interface with faculty, staff and/or external partners necessary to complete assignments.
• Prepare status reports on special project plans, progress and results of activities. Develop, enhance, update and maintain information to support project objectives.
• Coordinate and assemble confidential documentation. Ensure completeness and accuracy of the documentation for submission to the Chair, university departments, or other partners for review and/or approval.
• Maintain productive partner, community, and stakeholder relationships;
• Project tracking;
• Coordination of meetings (scheduling virtual and in-person meetings)
• Development of knowledge mobilization materials
• Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS and SKILLS:

Applicants should possess excellent computer skills, such as word processing (Microsoft Office and Microsoft Excel), and be able to work independently with little supervision. Fluent English speaker (Bilingualism in English/Mi’kmaw an asset).

*Knowledge of Indigenous communities and experience working with and in communities an asset.

• A master’s degree is preferred but exceptional candidates with a bachelor’s degree with demonstrated experience in project coordination may be considered.
• Minimum requirement of a university degree.
• Knowledge of Indigenous communities and experience working with and in communities is essential.
• Proven exceptional writing and editing skills and the ability to synthesize large amounts of information. Qualified candidates may be asked to submit writing samples as part of the interview process.
• A self-starter with a strong work ethic and excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work well with multiple disciplines and project stakeholders is essential.
• Strong project management skills. Excellent facilitation, problem resolution, cross group collaboration and organizational agility skills.
• The ability to adapt to change in a very dynamic environment and manage complex tasks simultaneously, coordinate the roles of various participants in projects, set priorities and schedules, and meet deadlines with a minimum of supervision.
• Willingness and ability to travel.
• A valid driver’s license.

Candidates with Aboriginal Heritage are preferred.

Applications for the successful candidate will include a:

• cover letter describing the expertise of the applicant
• complete resume
• Writing sample (peer-reviewed publication preferred)
• list of at least three references.

Please upload all required documents to Additional Documents if no designated area is listed. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Click here to view more information and to apply.

Applications must be received by July 10, 2026.

 

Cape Breton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply but applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

CBU is committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and applicants are encouraged to self-identity if they are part of a marginalized community, or have experience working with Indigenous communities.

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