Student Assistant - Project Support, (Costa Rica)

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Job Description

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
This role reports to faculty member(s) or Dean's Office.

SUMMARY
The student assistant provides support for a project. Support includes assisting in research, promotion, and communication related to the specific project.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Do library and online research as required (e.g., statistics, finding openly licensed images, etc.)
Conduct literature reviews and create annotated bibliography of key findings
Assist in the development of questionnaires for data collection, field interviews
Conduct in-person and online interviews, focus groups, and/or help conduct interviews related to the project research
Tabulate interview results, analysis data, develop reports for project team review
Develop presentation materials, infographics and follow appropriate attribution, citation, and accessibility guidelines
Create educational media on a chosen platform (e.g., Kaltura, Camtasia)
Build and maintain content specific to the project in chosen platforms such as Moodle, WordPress and Pebble Pad
Develop and disseminate communication materials, build social media presence as requested, to support the project
Communicate and coordinate tasks between key parties critical and vital to the project
Provide support to fellow learners at the direction of project lead

QUALIFICATIONS

Fluent reading, writing and oral Spanish (Native speaker- Latin American)
Excellent oral and written communicating skills (English and Spanish)
Ability to translate, (English/Spanish) and (Spanish/English) medical/nursing terminology accurately
Familiarity with conducting literature reviews and research using the KPU library databases
Work with technology platforms such as Moodle, and/or Pressbooks, and/or WordPress, and/or Kaltura, and/or Pebble Pad
Familiarity in working with MS Word, Excel, Power Point
Familiar with working with social media platforms such as X, Instagram. LinkedIn

This position is reserved for KPU Students only.

SALARY INFORMATION

Student Assistants are paid as per the following:

Less than one year of post-secondary (less than 30 credits) - BC Minimum Wage
One year of post-secondary (30-60 credits) - BC Minimum Wage plus 8%
With a post-secondary diploma or degree - BC Minimum Wage plus 21%

About Kwantlen Polytechnic University

As Canada’s only polytechnic university, KPU is committed to providing learners with opportunities to develop hands-on, applied skills, in addition to traditional academics. Established in 1981, the university has five campuses across Metro Vancouver (Surrey, Richmond, Langley, Cloverdale, and Surrey Central City). KPU currently offers a range of degrees, diplomas, certificates, and citations in 120 diverse programs, many of which are unique to the university. Students graduate career-ready and prepared to make a positive impact in their community thanks to a well-rounded education, where thought meets action. With a mission to transform lives and empower positive change, KPU employees work collaboratively to inspire our students, our communities and one another. Our success is driven by the dedication and passion of the people who work here and we strive to attract, develop, reward and retain our talented employees. When you join KPU, envision yourself joining an inclusive and diverse environment that embraces collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to student success. At KPU, community isn't just a buzzword; it's a lived experience where faculty and staff actively contribute to a welcoming atmosphere, fostering a sense of belonging. Immerse yourself in a workplace that values your unique perspectives, encourages professional growth, and actively engages with the local community. KPU offers competitive compensation and employee benefits, as well as other perks, through our Total Rewards package. From health and well-being to career development, we're committed to helping our people achieve success.