Term: 1 year

The primary purpose of the Educational Developer is to lead the development of co-op and WIL programs at partner universities internationally. The role will leverage research and best practices in COOP to support a breadth of stakeholders, including employers, government representatives, and WIL practitioners.  While additional projects may be added, this role is focused specifically on supporting the implementation of co-op at higher education institutions around the world.

The role will drive forward strategic WIL projects and act as a key liaison between internal and external stakeholders, helping to profile WxL’s work and to advance the practice of work-integrated learning.

Program Development

• Leads the development and implementation of new co-op programs in an international context
• Provides guidance to senior administrators, government and staff on best practices for all aspects of co-op/WIL implementation including operations (technology, finance, employer and student support)
• Develops an overall strategy for creating and disseminating WIL-focused educational materials, including but not limited to developing workshops, resources, and courses in support of project goals
• Facilitates and coordinates discussion with relevant stakeholders to support the mobilization of WxL’s research findings and best practices for WIL
• Responsible for the analysis of research, including the interpretation of the research, and the development of tools for internal and external stakeholders based on data-driven recommendations
• Influences stakeholder perspectives on quality WIL with an emphasis on the importance of aligning the aims, actions and achievements of all stakeholders as identified in the AAA* Framework

Curriculum and Resource Development

• Develops workshops, resources, courses and toolkits in support of project goals
• Delivers workshops and training programs to staff, government representatives and employers in support of project goals
• Connects with employer-facing staff and employers internationally to share research findings and to develop resources they can utilize in their work

WxL Knowledge Dissemination

• Acts as a spokesperson for WxL Institute to internal, domestic, and international stakeholders in a variety of meetings requiring the incumbent to speak to the research in a clear and concise manner, and with an ability to interact with various levels of diplomacy
• Mobilizes WxL’s research into actionable resources for use by project stakeholders
• Stays current with the emerging research and literature on WIL, skills and the future of work and formulates content, curriculum, resources, media, etc., based on this information
• Stays current with the emerging trends surrounding early talent development and acquisition within industry
• Establishes external connections and relationships to stay informed of provincial, national and international WIL initiatives; advocates for WxL’s global leadership in WIL research and develops new consulting opportunities for WxL
• Represents WxL in relevant campus, national and international committees

Consulting

• Conducts needs assessments and recommends new programming and training for internal and external stakeholders, including but not limited to CEE staff, employers, national and international WIL practitioners and government representatives
• Deliver workshops and training programs to clients as per requirements and contracts
• Develop plans and processes for engaging subject matter experts from across the portfolio in the development and delivery of consulting projects
• Manages consulting projects including development of project proposals, budgets, tracking hours and resources, oversight of strategic plans and completion of required reporting

• Master’s degree required
• Courses/training/certification or a degree in Adult Education, Curriculum Development, Instructional Design, Curriculum Development or Communications or a relevant field would be an asset
• 5 years’ experience in the design, development or management of a co-op program or in developing WIL programs in an international context Experience successfully implementing and managing grant/contract funded projects as asset
• Extensive experience in project management and reporting
• Success in cultivating and maintaining relationships with senior administrators, academic faculty, employers, government representatives, and staff
• In-depth knowledge of co-op/WIL operations and best practices
• Superior political acumen and tact with the proven ability to persuade and influence senior decision makers Job Description
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain relationships with a breadth of stakeholders including faculty, senior administration, employers and government representatives
• Comprehensive understanding of WIL theory and methodologies of instructional design and adult learning pedagogy and their application in learning a strong asset
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to deliver engaging workshops and presentations
• In-depth understanding of e-learning tools, including Learning Management Systems (e.g., D2L/Brightspace), media development tools, collaboration tools, etc., and their application in higher education a strong asset
• High tolerance for ambiguity including the ability to progress projects while managing unknowns, changing deadlines and changing priorities

The University of Waterloo acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg, and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place across our campuses through research, learning, teaching, and community building, and is co-ordinated within the Office of Indigenous Relations.

The University values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. The University regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. The University of Waterloo seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism and inclusion.  As such, we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuk (Inuit), Black, racialized, a person with a disability, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

Positions are open to qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

The University of Waterloo is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. If you have any application, interview, or workplace accommodation requests, please contact Human Resources at hrhelp@uwaterloo.ca  or 519-888-4567, ext. 45935.