Analyst, Resource Allocation and Planning (IPA) - Jobs in Saskatoon, SK

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Analyst, Resource Allocation and Planning (IPA)Work Location: Primarily on campus, with a possibility of hybrid work under the terms of USasks Alternative Workspace Guidelines.Primary Purpose: To advance the alignment of planning, resource allocation and institutional effectiveness by supporting key institutional processes through coordination, analysis, assessment and reporting. A large focus of this role is supporting the annual tuition consultation and rate setting process in alignment with the institution’s strategic enrolment and growth plans.Nature of Work: Reporting to the Senior Director, Resource Allocation and Planning, the Analyst, Resource Allocation and Planning will work on a broad range of challenging assignments. The position is driven by the university’s planning cycles, and resultant annual processes, as well as projects. The incumbent will coordinate between the university’s decision-making and governing bodies, including committees, administrative offices, and academic units. The incumbent will draft, coordinate, conduct, monitor, and evaluate a wide variety of organizational, writing and analysis projects associated with annual and multi-year plans. The position requires the ability to conceptualize, analyze, and conduct research related to higher education in Saskatchewan, Canada, and particularly with the U15. Responsibilities also include data collection, analysis and reporting related to institutional planning, institutional effectiveness, and resource allocation strategy. The work is executed in a timely and efficient manner, working under pressure in a fast paced and changing environment, balancing priorities, and competing deadlines.The position routinely works with highly confidential and sensitive information, including university-wide budgetary drivers, such as salaries and college/unit budgets. The position supports the Provost’s Budget Committee as well as college and unit leadership in matters relating to financial decision-making, institutional directions, and assessing performance against plans and goals.Typical Duties or Accountabilities:

• Contributes to the long-term and short-term business, strategic and operational planning objectives to advance the university’s strategic and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conducts quantitative and qualitative evidence-based research, competitor analysis, institutional analysis, and outcomes-based assessments to gather data for reports, proposals and presentations.
• Responsible for supporting analysis and processes related to the institution’s annual tuition consultation and rate setting process which involves completing revenue forecasting, comparator analysis, developing consultation packages, updating websites, supporting colleges/schools with development of their tuition strategy, contributing to the annual communications plan, and working directly with the Registrar’s Office on implementation of tuition.
• Participates in financial analysis and assessment including, but not limited to, financial impact assessments related to the academic program approvals process
• Supports the Fee Review Committee including support of fee proponents in preparation of requests, review of requests to ensure alignment with policy, preparing committee packages, completing analysis and maintaining the fee database.
• Liaises with other university offices and committees on aspects of the strategic plan, including the research and discovery, teaching and learning, and engagement plans, and people, financial, and capital plans.
• Prepares reports and other documentation for the Provost’s Budget Committee other university governing bodies, committees, and senior leaders to inform and support decision-making, coordination, and implementation of planning priorities and initiatives.
• Develops strategic and confidential documents (e.g. white papers, reports, proposals, briefing notes, presentations, etc.). These documents often will contain sensitive and at times political information.
• Oversees the success of each project through excellent project management, from idea to implementation.
• Builds relationships with key internal stakeholders, including working with university leadership and peers to coordinate planning activities, including plan development, resourcing, implementation, and monitoring. Coordinates and improves processes and projects of varying size and scope as they relate to university’s strategic plans, integrated planning and other planning, or aspects thereof.
• Participates in the evaluation of institutional progress towards realization of the goals and commitments described in the university’s institutional plans.
• Completes concurrent projects in a timely manner, within agreed-upon deadlines, and in a format appropriate to the specific stakeholders.
• Contributes to a healthy, fun, respectful, collegial and productive work and learning environments within the IPA and collaborative units.

Education: A university degree, preferably at the Master’s level. A Master’s in Business Administration, a financial background and knowledge of university processes and governance processes would be considered an asset. An undergraduate degree with a professional designation will also be considered.Experience: Three to five years of directly related experience in the post-secondary sector or other complex, multi-stakeholder organization with a demonstrated progression in level of responsibility; thorough understanding of planning strategies, process improvement principles and practices, and project management; experience developing or implementing projects which achieve expected outcomes; and an understanding and past experience in university-level decision-making processes, including committee participation or support. Knowledge of the University of Saskatchewan’s culture, goals and stakeholders is considered an asset.Skills: Strong leadership and consensus building skills, self-starter, highly organized with polished presentation, written, and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently, collaboratively and within a team environment; competency in determining information needs, identifying sources of information, analyzing data, extracting key data, and communicating findings to audiences of all levels and degrees of interest; strong motivation to improve organizational processes; research and problem solving skills; proven ability to prioritize and meet deadlines; demonstrated ability to think and act strategically, exercise diplomacy, and creativity; a demonstrated proficiency with contemporary computer applications; and ability to handle highly confidential information.Department: Inst Planning and AssessmentStatus: Term 12 months maternity leave replacement of up to 12 months, with the possibility of extensionEmployment Group: ExemptFull Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $66,500.00 - 110,000.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.Salary Phase/Band: Salary Band 3Posted Date: 10/18/2022Closing Date: 10/31/2022Number of Openings: 1Work Location: May be eligible for hybrid work under the terms of USasks Alternative Workspace GuidelinesThe successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where Yes is indicated below. Further information is available at: https://careers.usask.ca/tips-for-applying.phpCriminal Record Check: Not ApplicableDrivers License and Abstract Check: Not ApplicableEducation/Credential Verification: Not ApplicableVulnerable Sector Check: Not ApplicablePlease review the University of Saskatchewans health and safety requirements for faculty, staff and students in consideration of the COVID-19 pandemic.The University believes equity, diversity, and inclusion strengthen the community and enhance excellence, innovation and creativity. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.Quick Apply

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