Student Mental Health Project Coordinator at University of Waterloo in Waterloo, ON

Job description

At the University of Waterloo, we create and promote a culture where everyone can reach their full potential. As an employee, you get support & opportunities that empower you to advance your career. Explore how we can bring big ideas to life, together. The University is a welcoming workplace for those of all abilities, interests, and expertise. As part of our workforce, you can do what you do best, every day. Learn more about our recruitment process. Job Requisition ID: 2026-03053 Time Type: Full time Employee Group: Staff Job Category: Medical Health and Wellness Employment Type: Permanent Department: Campus Wellness - Health Promotion Hiring Range: $61,954.88 - $77,443.60 Posting Information: This posting is for an existing vacancy. The internal posting deadline for this position is October 22, 2026 at 11:59PM Job Description: Primary Purpose The Student Health Project Coordinator will focus on advancing projects that address holistic student health and wellbeing. The Project Coordinator will provide support to advance priority areas related to the University of Waterloo’s commitment to the Okanagan Charter. The Project Coordinator will also assist the University, through Campus Wellness leadership, to maintain the National Standard of Canada for Mental Health and Well-being for Post-Secondary Students. Key Accountabilities Program Planning, Organization and Coordination Responsible for the planning, implementing, monitoring, and reporting on identified student health projects. This involves development of project plans, correspondence with other team members and University partners, scheduling meetings, booking and coordinating events and ensuring appropriate supplies are maintained. In partnership with UWaterloo Life, support the marketing, promotion, and outreach of these projects to reach students. In partnership with Health Promotion and Data Analyst, utilizes data and evidence to identify and apply best practices for projects and activities. Monitor assigned project schedules and timelines and is accountable for timely completion of objectives and key results. In partnership with Health Promotion and Evaluation Specialists, develop and implement evaluation tools to assess the effectiveness and efficiencies of projects and activities. Make program revisions necessary and strive for continual project improvement. Conducts situational assessments (e.g., environmental scans, needs assessments) to understand how new initiatives from Campus Wellness fit in with a broader campus community. Communications Working with UWaterloo Life, develop communication materials such as social media content, health promotion campaigns, student takeovers, website content, reports, presentations or other project documents. Drafts website content to keep the larger UW community informed of student health promotion projects. Drafts website content to keep the larger UW community informed of the developments related to National Standard of Canada for Mental Health and Well-being for Post-Secondary Students. Creates necessary promotional material needed for all engagement activities (i.e. town halls, focus groups) Coordinates with the various communications experts across campus, when necessary. Event Planning & Campus Outreach Facilitate collaboration across Campus Wellness units and campus partners in the planning, promotion and implementation of student health promotion campaigns (e.g., Be You activations). Collaborates with members of the Health Promotion staff to assist in the planning of other student health related events on campus Facilitate outreach for Campus Wellness, including booths, attending team meetings, and presentations to discuss available services and supports. Partnership & Collaboration Foster and maintain positive working relationships with Health Services, Counselling Services and Health Promotion staff to identify, lead and/or support cross-department student health promotion projects and activities. Create partnerships