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Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Job Posting: Executive Director – GSA Carleton Inc.
The Graduate Students’ Association (GSA) at Carleton University is seeking a dedicated and
experienced Executive Director to lead the organization in executing its mission, managing
operations, and supporting the graduate student community. This role is a unique opportunity for
a visionary leader with a strong background in nonprofit management, financial oversight, staff
coordination, and policy development.
Key Responsibilities:
 Leadership and Strategy: Facilitate the implementation of strategic directives of the
association, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
 Staff Management: Oversee the GSA team, including direct supervision of key
positions, hiring, and performance management. Collaborate with the executive team in
staffing decisions and serve as a primary advisor on personnel matters. Engage in
collective bargaining as part of the Management Bargaining Committee.
 Financial Stewardship: Work closely with the finance team to manage GSA’s day-to-
day finances, including budgeting, payroll, and the annual audit process.
 Operational Oversight: Coordinate the activities of the Executive Committee and Board
of Directors, provide secretarial support, and maintain an efficient record-keeping system
for all organizational documents.
 Policy Development and Research: Conduct research, draft policies, and provide policy
advice to support GSA initiatives and address graduate student needs.
 External Relations: Act as a liaison to external organizations, manage media
interactions, and represent GSA at national and provincial meetings to advocate for
graduate student interests.
 Collaborative Support: Assist the staff members in various administrative, financial,
and operational tasks.
Qualifications:
 Proven leadership experience in nonprofit or student association management.
 Strong financial acumen and experience with budgeting and auditing processes.
 Skilled in staff supervision and development.
 Excellent communication, policy research, and organizational skills.
 
Salary and Application Details:
 Salary: $77,561.82 annually, Health Benefits, 4 weeks vacation, rrsp contribution
 Application Deadline: Open until filled (applicants will receive responses once the
position is filled)
 How to Apply: Interested candidates can submit their CV and cover letter to
jobs@gsacarleton.ca
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the academic community, champion
the needs of graduate students, and guide a dynamic team. If you are a proactive, strategic thinker
passionate about higher education, apply to lead the GSA’s mission at Carleton University.

GSA Office Administrator

  • Position Term: January 6th, 2025, continuing
  • Remuneration: $ 26.12/hour/hr (8-16 hours a week, weekdays only)
  • Number of Positions: 1 (only open to Carleton graduate students)
  • Job Description: The position of Office Administrator involves:
  • Front desk reception and customer service
  • Record-keeping, and documentation.
  • General office administration and support on the GSA Services such as printing services, grants and awards admin support, health and dental plan inquiries.
  • General maintenance of the offices and the Grad Lounge.
  • Assist with training new employees as directed.
  • Other duties that are relevant to the position.
  • Qualifications:
  • Verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Self-motivating and independent worker.
  • Enjoys working with people.
  • Computer skills required:
  • Competency with Microsoft Office word processing.
  • Asset Skills:
  • Previous office experience.
  • Previous printing service experience.
  • Administrative experience.
  • Please submit your résumé, cover letter, and availability by email to jobs@gsacarleton.ca by December 8th, 2024
  • Applications are ongoing. If you applied last cycle, you will be considered for this cycle.
  • This is a unionized position under Cupe 1281.

GSA is hiring a Welcome Weeks Coordinator! Welcome Weeks are an important part of the graduate student experience at Carleton and require enthusiastic individuals to organize academic and social events, workshops, and campus tours for the upcoming school year!

  • Position Term: Beginning January 6, 2025, and ending January 31, 2025
  • Remuneration: $500/week (Contract Position)
  • Number of Hours: From last semester average of 20- 25 hours per week 
  • Number of Positions: 2 (open only to Carleton graduate students)

Job Responsibilities

  • Work with the GSA executive and staff to organize and plan the orientation week program for graduate students:
  • Assist the executive in running various welcome week events.
  • Provide on-location support (including tabling).
  • Provide online support for online events.
  • Give presentations and interact with graduate students.
  • Strong understanding of anti-oppression frameworks in event planning and implementing best practices on accessibility needs.
  • Maintain close communication with the GSA executive and staff.
  • Full Availability for all welcome week events during January.
  • Submit a report at the end of the contract highlighting your experience and recommendations.

Requirements

  • Teamwork -an ideal candidate will have the ambition to pursue projects and assignments (making calls, organizing, logistics) independently under the direction of the executives and staff taking responsibility.
  • Organization – an ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, preparing, and executing many Welcome Weeks events, workshops, information sessions, etc.
  • Problem Solving – when organizing events unexpected occurrences arise. An ideal candidate will demonstrate responsiveness and flexibility in light of circumstances. The ideal candidate will be flexible and take on responsibility as well as feedback.
  • Communication – effective communication and listening in regard to interacting with new students as well as communicating with the GSA and fellow team members.
  • Apply by emailing your resume, cover letter and schedule to jobs@gsacarleton.ca as one document by December 12th, 2024