Position Title
Assistant Registrar, Awards
Department/Unit
Registrar's Office
Location
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Duration of Contract (if applicable)
18 months
Employment Type
Full Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE)
1.0
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
Under the direction of the Associate Director, Service Strategy and Financial Aid, the Assistant Registrar, Awards is an integral part of the Student Awards and Financial Aid team which is responsible for activities related to administration of financial aid, scholarships and awards to undergraduate, graduate and professional students of Dalhousie.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer the Undergraduate Awards Program, including administering the Entrance Scholarship, In-Course Scholarship, and Entrance Bursary program.
- Develop and review existing endowed scholarships and awards. Identify areas where new scholarship opportunities exist and work with external relations to develop these new awards. Review existing endowed award terms of reference and determine when changes are required.
- Administer University convocation awards and prizes.
- Advise new and returning students on an individual or group basis, on scholarships, financial aid, awards and budgeting.
Note
The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work from within Nova Scotia) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.
Required Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree plus three to five years’ related administrative experience in post-secondary environment (or equivalent combination of training and experience).
- Considerable experience with public speaking and one-on-one communication.
- Knowledge of budgeting processes, financial literacy, and high school programs in Atlantic Canada and beyond.
- Experience with supporting applications such as Microsoft Office programs.
Assets
- Experience in process improvement.
Job Competencies
The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s
core and
leadership competencies, in particular:
- Self-Awareness & Professionalism
- Respect & Inclusion
- Adaptability
- Knowledge & Thinking Skills
- Service
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 People and Culture.
Diversity Statement
Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (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 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please review our Employment Equity information.
If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.
