The Sexual & Gender Diversity Office is hiring! DEADLINE EXTENDED TO SEPTEMBER 3!
The Sexual & Gender Diversity Office is hiring two (2) Programming & Events Assistants for the 2021-2022 academic year. The Work Study position is open to all registered undergraduate and graduate students (i.e. domestic and international students). Read more to learn about full eligibility criteria: https://future.utoronto.ca/finances/financial-aid/work-study-program/
As the University monitors the situation regarding COVID-19 closely and takes action as necessary in light of the global situation, the work of those holding a work-study position with the SGDO will be conducted virtually unless conditions change. Students must be able to work remotely and have access to a reliable internet connection and computer. It is likely that no in-person meetings or events will take place during the length of the work-study term, however this is subject to change.
Eligible students are able to work a maximum of 15 hours per week, up to a total of 200 hours between September 7, 2021 and February 18, 2022. Only candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted.
We’re hiring: Two (2) Programming & Events Assistant (St. George Campus)
Position 184810
The Sexual & Gender Diversity Office (SGDO) is the University of Toronto’s tri-campus resource for LGBTQ2S+ communities and information. As a part of the Sexual & Gender Diversity Office, you will work with students and staff members and play an active role in our programming initiatives. The ideal student for this position would be committed to furthering their skills in community building, discussion facilitation and event administration by working on LGBTQ2S+ and equity initiatives at the University of Toronto.
Responsibilities
- Promote student engagement in SGDO programming on the St. George campus
- Facilitate partnerships with St. George students, groups and departments
- Provide referrals to the office and information regarding sexual & gender diversity
- Outreach and support for events and office programs, as needed
- Represent the SGDO as an active member on the St. George Positive Space Committee
Qualifications:
- An engaged student who is passionate and knowledgeable about LGBTQ2S+ issues
- Work or volunteer experience in at least one of the following:
- Event organizing
- Discussion facilitation
- Community building
- Student and university community outreach and promotions
- Ability to work independently as well as on teams and committees
- An interest in expanding personal knowledge of sexual & gender diversity issues at U of T
- An active contributor to address the needs of our communities through outreach and programming
- Some weekend and evening shifts are required as well as some potential to UTSC and UTM campuses (if in person gatherings resume)
The Sexual & Gender Diversity Office is committed to prioritizing U of T’s equity principles in all aspects of our programming and services. We encourage students to apply for this position who will assist in expanding and diversifying LGBTQ2S+ student involvement at U of T. The Project Lead will be a part of our team from September 7, 2021 – February 18, 2022 at $15 per hour.
Maximum hours: 200 hours overall. Approximately 5 – 15 hours per week, based on our work and your availability.
Applications deadlines extended to Friday September 3, 2021 at 12:00 pm (noon). Please attach a cover letter with your résumé, outlining relevant experiences and why you want to work with the Sexual & Gender Diversity Office. Submit your cover letter and résumé through the Career & Co-Curricular Learning Network.