Research, Communications and Events Assistant

University of British Columbia•Vancouver, BC

About The Position

This is a part-time, term position at 20% FTE (7.5 hours per week). The Research, Communications and Events Assistant will coordinate and facilitate research activities and knowledge dissemination for ongoing research activities within the Centre for the Study of Democratic Institutions (CSDI). The role reports jointly to Professor Heidi Tworek and Dr. Chris Tenove, and involves collaboration with other research team members. Key responsibilities include training student employees, managing social media and online presence, and conducting research activities such as written reports and analysis.

Requirements

Completion of a relevant technical program or a university degree in a relevant discipline and a minimum three years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Nice To Haves

Graduate degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Sociology, or another relevant discipline, coupled with exposure to relevant research.
Strong writing and editing skills, with focus on social science research output
Significant knowledge of digital technology policy
Demonstrated ability in translating technical information for a non-expert audience.
Demonstrated ability in cross-cultural communication and international collaboration.
Demonstrated ability in grant writing, budgeting and reporting.

Responsibilities

Administers onboarding and training of incoming undergraduate and graduate student employees performing research and administrative tasks for the Centre for the Study of Democratic Institutions (CSDI).
Assists CSDI leadership with project management activities.
Monitor project reporting requirements, timelines, and prioritizes activities for the Centre.
Creates, edit, and post social media communications for CSDI.
In collaboration with the Director, CSDI develops and implement project work plans for special initiatives, ensuring project goals and timelines are met.
Oversees the progress of the project; assigns and organizes research initiatives for individual researcher/RAs to undertake
Coordinates the dissemination of novel research and policy reports produced by CSDI, including report review, and the generation, editing, and distribution of written media content, including social media posts.
Conducts literature review and case studies on the Climate Disinformation project, and write these up for reports.
Researches the regulation of social media in elections in the Philippines and other countries.
Delivers written report of analysis and key findings.
Contributes to research, writing and editing of research products within CSDI, including ongoing reports on AI in Politics, Climate Disinformation project, and other projects and initiatives as areas of focus evolve.
Develops, edits, and implements CSDI standards document for the design and editing of knowledge mobilization products.
Organizes and coordinates training workshops, conferences, and seminars to support ongoing CSDI research and initiatives.