SPECIAL PROJECT ASSISTANT

Museums and Collections Services, an innovative service unit
of the University of Alberta, seeks a dynamic and versatile
individual to provide assistance with the Information Access
Initiative. Currently in its second year, the purpose of the
Information Access Initiative has been to develop information
management resources in consultation with representatives from
museums, galleries and heritage organizations across Alberta,
and to investigate the potential for network development within
the provincial heritage community. The launch of an electronic
network linking this community is planned for late 1996.

Reporting the Project Leader, the incumbent will be responsible
for assisting with the following: development of a strategic
marketing action plan to secure network support within the
public and private sectors; preparation of funding applications
and evaluations; finalization of key project documentation;
development of various conference session and related presentations;
coordination of workshop schedules, arrangements and materials; and
other duties as required.

Job qualifications include: university degree in information studies,
communication and/or education; strong general knowledge of
information management standards; a broad understanding of the
automation of heritage information, telecommunications and
emerging technologies; excellent interpersonal skills, and the
ability to deal effectively with personnel representing varied
levels of experience and expertise; excellent written and oral
communication, and group facilitation skills; an understanding
of the needs of heritage organizations of varying sizes and types;
and flexibility in a continually changing environment.

A competitive salary will be offered. Letters of application
including current resume and the names, addresses and phone
numbers of three (3) references should be forwarded by 7 June 1996 to:

Project Leader, Information Access Initiative
Museums and Collections Services
Ring House 1
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta
T6G 2E2

This contract will run from Monday, 17 June to Friday, 13 September
1996 with the possibility of renewal.

The University of Alberta is committed to the principle of equity in
employment. The University encourages applications from aboriginal
persons, disabled persons, members of visible minorities, and women.


Leslie Latta-Guthrie
Collections Management Coordinator
Museums and Collections Services
University of Alberta
Ring House 1
Edmonton, Alberta
Canada T6G 2E2
Phone: (403) 492-0775
FAX: (403) 492-6185
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