ADMINISTRATIVE AND OUTREACH ASSISTANT

We are seeking a Summer Administrative and Outreach Assistant to support RPIRG’s
programming, events, and general operations. This role is funded through the Canada
Summer Jobs (CSJ) program and is an excellent opportunity for students with an interest in
social and environmental justice, communications, and administrative work. The assistants will
work closely with RPIRG’s Executive Director and other staff to help with organizational tasks,
outreach, and communications during the busy summer season.

ABOUT RPIRG
The Regina Public Interest Research Group (RPIRG) is a student-funded resource centre at
the University of Regina, committed to social and environmental justice. We provide the
resources and funding necessary to enable students to organize around issues
through research, education, and action.
RPIRG is based in Treaty 4 territory and the homeland of the Métis people. The Nêhiyaw/Cree,
Nakawē/Saulteaux, Nakota, Lakota, Dakota and Métis/Michif Peoples continue to be in kinship
and practice reciprocity with this land that has sustained them for countless generations.
As staff and board members of RPIRG, we recognize the interconnection between each other,
the land, and all other beings, and our responsibility to tend to these relationships – a process
captured in the Nêhiyaw concept of Wâhkôhtowin (Woah-COAT-oh-win). For us, this
responsibility involves honouring the spirit and intent of treaty, actively working to dismantle
and repair the harms of colonialism and white supremacy, and coming together collectively to
build a better world for future generations.

WORKLOAD
● This is a full-time summer position (30 hours per week) from June 15 to Aug 17, 2026
● The assistants will work in-person for the duration of the contract. Our office is located on
the second floor of Riddell Centre, at the University of Regina.
● Work hours are generally Monday to Friday but may include occasional evening or
weekend events.

RESPONSIBILITIES (WITH THE SUPPORT OF OTHER RPIRG STAFF)
Administrative
● Responding to emails and phone inquiries
● Filing, data entry, and organizing office documents and supplies
● Supporting the maintenance of digital archives and shared drives
● Assisting with Board and Human Resources documentation
● Assisting the Executive Director with building advocacy and operational resources for
RPIRG
● Assisting the Executive Director with grant writing
Communications & Outreach
● Making video and visual content for RPIRG social media and website
● Designing graphics and promotional materials (Canva or similar tools)
● Working on RPIRG’s Annual Impact Report
● Supporting the planning and promotion of fall events and workshops
● Tabling and engaging with students and community members
Project Support
● Supporting RPIRG’s key projects and programs
● Assisting with research and development of RPIRG publications and toolkits

SKILLS AND ABILITIES NEEDED
● Excellent organizational and time management skills
● Clear written and verbal communication
● Ability to research, and collect and compile data
● Ability write without the help of Artificial Intelligence
● Ability to produce video and visual content.
● Familiarity with social media platforms and basic design tools (e.g. Canva)
● Comfort using Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive), email, and spreadsheets
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Other
● An understanding of anti-oppressive principles
● An interest in or commitment to social and environmental justice
● Willingness to work with a diverse group of people and contribute to growth of healthy
work culture
RPIRG does not expect a successful candidate to have strong levels of experience in all of the
above-listed skills and will provide any needed training and support to the candidate we feel is
the best fit.

EQUITY CONSIDERATION IN HIRING
RPIRG actively encourages and prioritizes applications from people who self-identify as being
part of groups, or communities, or having identities that experience barriers to equity.
Self-identified equity-seeking candidates who meet the core skill and ability requirements for
this position will be prioritized for hiring.

CONTRACT PERIOD
This is a full-time summer position for nine weeks, from June 15, 2026, to Aug 17, 2026, at 30
hours per week, for a total of 270 hours. This position is generously funded by the Canada
Summer Jobs program; as a result, it must be full-time. However, we make every effort within
our capacity to provide candidates with flexibility in scheduling.
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Hours of Work: 30 hours/week
Location of Work: University of Regina main campus – Regina, Saskatchewan
Eligibility: To be eligible, the candidate must:
● be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the
employment period
● be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to
whom refugee protection has been conferred under the
Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of
the employment
● have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of
employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in
accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation
and regulations.
Additionally
● be a student at the University of Regina or through any of
its affiliated colleges including Luther College, Campion
College and First Nations University of Canada. For
students who are not enrolled in Spring/Summer classes,
you need to show you either were registered in Winter
2026 semester or are registered for Fall 2026 semester.
International students are not eligible to apply.

Remuneration & Benefits
This position is paid $22.5/hour. This position includes 3 days or
18 hours paid time off as sick benefits, vacation pay of $1.30 per
hour, $150 as transportation benefit, Opportunities for
professional development are also available.

What Else We Offer
● A supportive and collaborative work environment
● Opportunities to learn about non-profit administration and
grassroots organizing
● Flexible scheduling options
● Mentorship and professional development
● Priority in future and permanent hiring at RPIRG
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Application Deadline
Monday, May 18, 2026 by 9 am

To apply, please prepare the following:
Resume and brief cover letter, all in one document – please
include your name in the title of the document. Your cover letter
should explain how your skills and experience will benefit you
specifically in this role. Please include contact information of two
references
And send it to:
Tayef Ahmed, Executive Director (pronouns: he/him)
Regina Public Interest Research Group (RPIRG)
info@rpirg.org
If you would prefer to apply in a different way or have questions
about this position, please contact Tayef at the email address
above to discuss. Please note that we will not accept any
incomplete application.

HIRING PROCESS AND TIMELINE
After the application deadline, the RPIRG hiring committee will review all applications and
create a shortlist of candidates. All candidates will be notified if they have been accepted to the
shortlist or not, with the opportunity to ask for additional details upon request. Shortlisted
candidates will be invited to the interview process, with the ability to request alternative
interview methods if accommodations are needed. After interviews and any reference checks
are completed, the RPIRG hiring committee will make a hiring recommendation to the RPIRG
board for consideration.