Company Description
The University Health Network (UHN) is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto and a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network. The scope of research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. Research across UHN's five research institutes spans the full spectrum of diseases and disciplines, including cancer, cardiovascular sciences, transplantation, neural and sensory sciences, musculoskeletal health, rehabilitation sciences, and community and population health. Find out about our purpose, values and principles here.
Over its almost 70-year history, the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre has been dedicated to research and innovation in cancer control and to delivering excellence in patient care. The growing global dimensions of cancer control have also motivated our commitment to advancing global cancer control through education, research, and knowledge translation in global oncology.
Job Description
Union: Non-Union
Site: 620 University Ave, Cancer Education Centre
Department: Cancer Education
Work Model: On-Site
Reports to: Manager, eLearning and Curriculum, Knowledge Translation, Cancer Education Program
Grade: A0:06
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: $24.82 - $31.02 per hour
Status: TEMPORARY FULL-TIME (12 month contract with option for renewal)
Position Summary
The successful candidate will work closely with the Manager, eLearning and Curriculum, Knowledge Translation, Cancer Education Program, in addition to colleagues at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre (PM) to support education projects. The Administrative Assistant will be a key member Cancer Education team and bring in expertise managing administrative tasks, coordinating projects, and communicating with stakeholders.
Working under the direction of the Manager, eLearning and Curriculum, Knowledge Translation, Cancer Education Program the successful candidate will:
Duties
- Support digital and in-person education offerings including room and meeting bookings, catering and event set-up, and communications with stakeholders.
- Collaborate with team to deliver high quality and impactful educational programming and events.
- Proactively manage potential issues and communicate regularly with Manager about project milestones and needs.
- Provide daily support for patrons at the Cancer Education Centre
- Develop a feedback model to assess the impact of education initiatives.
- Support and steward finances and financial disbursements related to education program expenses.
- Perform cross-functional and/or other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned or requested
Qualifications
- At minimum, a completion of a Bachelor's degree program, or recognized equivalent in, Global Health, Education or related field.
- Master degree preferred.
- Up to two (2) years of relevant experience in education role.
- Experience in a project coordination/management is an asset.
- Experience with developing and working with budgets is an asset.
- Experience developing social media presence is an asset.
- Exercises initiative and good judgement with ability to multi-task
- Knowledge of applicable legislative, UHN and/or departmental policies is an asset.
- Excellent decision-making, problem solving and negotiation skills required.
- Excellent conflict resolution, team building and interpersonal skills required
- Excellent organization and time management skills required
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
- Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to UHN standards
- Client service oriented with the ability to create an inclusive environment that values diversity and encourages people to contribute their personal best.
Additional Information
Why join UHN?
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.
- Competitive offer packages
- Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
- A flexible work environment
- Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
- Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)
Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.
All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.
UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.
Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.
UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
