Project Associate - Education Initiative (Temporary Full-Time)

Come work with us! Do you have a passion for education, with an interest in improving business and accounting education in the province, and have excellent organizational and project management skills? If so, keep reading! The Project Associate will play a key role in managing various projects for the successful completion of the Secondary School Education Initiative. The initiative is broad in scope and includes a series of innovative projects aimed at enhancing business and accounting education, as well as education in financial literacy in Alberta 's secondary schools (grades 7 to 12). The successful candidate will provide critical project management expertise, stakeholder and contractor management and communications, along with technical support and integration of technology applications, including AI-driven support across multiple projects. This role reports to the SVP, Outreach. CPA Alberta has offices in Edmonton and Calgary and provides hybrid Telecommuting opportunities (working from home a maximum of 3 days a week). Further information on the benefits of working with CPA Alberta can be found on our website here . What you bring Exceptional project management skills, organization and planning skills, with an ability to balance multiple activities simultaneously Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams; along with working knowledge of various AI tools Excellent written and verbal communication skills Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders including educators, CPA members, subject matter experts, and government partners Post-secondary education in business, education, communications, technology, or a related field or equivalent experience Experience in the education field is an asset Knowledge of accounting profession, business education, or professional services is preferred What you will be doing Managing and undertaking the development of educational materials Compiling data, drafting resources, and editing deliverables from outside contractors Managing and maintaining project timelines, deliverables, and work plans; tracking and reporting on progress; identifying risks or delays; and liaising with other staff and contractors Undertaking and managing research for curriculum development and technology-related initiatives Facilitating tech-based initiatives such as video-game development for educational use Working with researchers, contractors and subject matter experts in gathering and organizing educational stories, interviews, and insights from the CPA community Educational content development, formatting documents, proofreading materials, and tracking revisions Ensuring appropriate contract development in the engagement of subject matter experts and vendors Managing project documentation, shared files, and workflow systems Preparing meeting agendas, identifying and following up on action items Scheduling stakeholder communications, event planning and coordination Arranging the procurement of project-related tools or resources Acting as a central point of contact and coordination between various stakeholders Applying creative problem solving and basic data analysis to assess project needs, improve digital workflows, and support decisions related to course design, technology tools, and content delivery. Why CPA Alberta CPA Alberta is the professional regulatory organization representing Alberta 's more than 30,000 Chartered Professional Accountants (CPAs). Alberta 's CPAs are among the more than 220,000 Canadian CPAs who provide financial and management expertise across the country and around the world, at every level and in every sector. CPA Alberta 's legislated mandate is to protect the interest of the public, protect the integrity of the profession, promote and increase the competence of Alberta CPAs, and regulate the conduct of Alberta CPAs. We 'd love to hear from you If you have competency in: Values & Ethics Teamwork & Adaptability Organizational Awareness Communication Attention to Detail Planning & Organizing Problem Solving Service Orientation Don 't meet every single requirement? If you 're excited about this role but your experience doesn 't align perfectly with every qualification shown, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Working Specifications Fast-paced and highly collaborative work environment. Some travel may be required. Occasional work outside of regular working hours may be required. This position can be in either Calgary or Edmonton. CPA Alberta thanks all applicants for their interest and advises that we will contact only those selected for an interview. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement In its commitment to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce, CPA Alberta welcomes applications from all qualified persons. We encourage members of equity groups (women, Black, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ2S+); and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of the organization to apply. Please notify us if you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process.