No of positions available: 4 ( 1 team with 4 students)

Project Description and Scope

Introduction

The Career Centre is seeking students that are interested in helping to develop a series of long-term strategies to help systemically integrate inclusion into our operations and services. In particular, we want individuals to plan a weeklong series of events to explore and promote Diversity, Inclusion and Equity (DEI) in the BIE program for the classes of 2024 and 2025.

Students will have the opportunity to:

· Conceptualize data from DEI Long Term Growth Plan project (May-Jun 21’) and research from DEI Events and Strategy project (Mar-May 21’) on issues of inclusivity such as: ageism, LGBTQIA+ rights, mental and physical disabilities, racism, sexism, Truth and Reconciliation, and other forms of discrimination in the workplace and in today’s world

· Work with other students in the program to plan a one-week long event for the BIE Class of 2024 and 2025 unpacking issues of inclusivity such as: ageism, LGBTQIA+ rights, mental and physical disabilities, racism, sexism, Truth and Reconciliation, and other forms of discrimination in the workplace and in today’s world and connect students through a non-academic setting

· Contact and collaborate with other UBC groups and clubs that promote DEI

· Contact speakers and curate authentic programming to maximize student engagement

· Promote and market the event through BIE social channels to maximize attendance and student participation

We’re looking for someone like you if:

· You are passionate about understanding and promoting DEI through active programming

· You are excited about engaging with other community members who are also passionate about DEI

· You have a pioneering and entrepreneurial spirit, and enjoy curating new projects

· You are excited about planning events that will impact your peers and community

· You have a passion for initiating and building strong relationships with diverse peers, colleagues, faculty and stakeholders

· You are sensitive to the current social and political environment surrounding DEI

Qualifications:

· Excellent oral and written communication skills

· Ability to consolidate and analyze data

· Self-motivated and driven with event planning experience

· Strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of professionalism in communicating with speakers

· Experience working with Adobe InDesign

· Previous experience working with diversity, equity, and inclusion preferred

Student will receive:

- Weekly oversight through prescheduled meetings

- Constant feedback on operations

- Recommendations and potential to return for other projects after completion

Weekly Check-ins and email feedback