YORK UNIVERSITY

Please address cover letter and résumé to Professor Ann Kim, Director of KORE, and send to kore@yorku.ca by August 16, 2026.

 JOB PURPOSE: Project Coordinator

Contract to May 31, 2027 – 4 days/week (28 hours) – with possibility of annual renewal up to May 2030

A contract position for KORE (Korean Office of Research and Education), the bilingual Coordinator will play a key grant administrative role in its mission and research, educational, and institutional objectives, which reach across Canada. The Coordinator handles and assists all aspects of KORE’s operational activities, communications, research activities, knowledge mobilization initiatives, and works with part-time staff, and s/he/they must ensure compliance with York policies and funding agreements. The Coordinator creates and manages the database of activities, produces an annual report, organizes and promotes talks, workshops, and conferences, assists with research activities, and maintains the website and social media presence. The Coordinator successfully identifies strategic opportunities for partnerships, grants, and visibility by developing strong relationships with KORE members, grant participants and collaborators, other researchers, community members, government officials, and partner universities and organizations.

*The contract position is renewable annually up to May 2030 contingent on on-going funding and offers a hybrid working arrangement on the Keele Campus.

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Assist all aspects of KORE and funded activities working closely with the Project Director, particularly on grant administration and operation;
• Assist grant participants with activities, including but not limited to working with research assistants and students, coordinating events such as conferences, workshops, seminars, and meetings, communicating with various audiences and stakeholders, and preparing and submitting payments or expense reimbursements;
• Develop and assist with promotional activities, and the maintenance of web-based infrastructure and social media presence;
• Prepare the annual reports for KORE and funders;
• Liaise with stakeholders, as needed, to build and maintain a positive working relationship and act as primary contact for KORE;
• Develop and maintain effective collaborative relationships with key offices, academic programs, and services within York University.
• Other related duties, as requested.