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Description:

Job Title: Volunteer Director of Engineering for STEM Canada’s Engineering Institute for children Ages 6 - 17
Location: Remote
Hours per Week: Min 4 hours
Start Date: ASAP

STEM Canada is a registered not-for-profit global program that specializes in an advanced, bar-none STEM-based educational curriculum that emphasizes the interconnected subject areas of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). The STEM program is open to all students from preschool to high school with the mission to deliver top-notch STEM literacy and application, designed to teach students in the STEM fields, yielding globally competitive results.

OVERVIEW:
Do you have a strong interest in leadership and engineering education? To fill the position of Director of our Engineering Institute, we are seeking a dynamic and seasoned expert. This volunteer position provides a special chance to spearhead an educational project, spur creativity, and leave a lasting impression on educators and students.

DUTIES:

1. Provide strategic leadership to direct the development and academic success of the institute.
2. Manage research projects, faculty professional development, and curriculum development.
3. To improve educational opportunities, and form and fortify alliances with academic institutions, community organizations, and leaders in the business.
4. To sustain the provision of high-quality education, make sure that institutional regulations are followed.
5. Develop and implement pathway programs.
6. Further the institute's goals and projects, represent it in conferences, industry gatherings, and professional associations both domestically and abroad.
7. Determine and carry out strategic initiatives for collaboration in international education that further the institute's long-term goals.
8. Foster innovation in engineering education by incorporating contemporary teaching methodologies.
9. To ensure operational effectiveness, interpret and implement administrative policies, processes, and procedures.
10. Motivate and lead staff while cultivating a team-oriented, goal-oriented atmosphere.
11. Participate in public appearances, serve as the institute's principal spokesperson, promoting the goals and effects of STEM education.

Qualifications:

Enrolled in post-secondary education or have a Master’s or PhD in Engineering, Education, or a related field.
2. Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience in an academic or professional engineering setting.
3. Strong communication, presentation, and project management skills.
4. Having experience in faculty management, accreditation procedures, and curriculum creation.
5. The ability to interact with a range of stakeholders, such as academics, industry experts, and students.
6. A thorough awareness of worldwide education trends
7. A strong commitment to mentoring, education, and encouraging engineering innovation.
8. Proficiency in forming and overseeing alliances with top academic institutions and business associations.
9. A track record of successfully negotiating and formalizing agreements for academic collaborations.

Training:

This is an UNPAID Virtual Volunteer Position.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV to volunteer@stemcanada.ca, detailing their qualifications and motivation for applying. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Benefits:

BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING WITH US:

1. Opportunity to shape the future of engineering education.
2. Develop your leadership skills and broaden your professional network.
3. Contribute to the growth of prospective engineers and researchers.
4. Appreciation for your services to the institute and the community at large.
5. Get practical experience in strategic planning and nonprofit leadership.

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Duration: One Time Ongoing Seasonal
Faculty: Education Engineering
Location: Edmonton Outside Edmonton

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