Microsoft 365 Architect

Job description

What Is Start Proud

Start Proud aims to connect 2SLGBTQ+ students with employers, while promoting the development of 2SLGBTQ+ professionals, and celebrating the achievements and service of those in the community.

We facilitate the professional development of 2SLGBTQ+ students as they transition from school to career in order to build a national network within the community. Our vision is to empower members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community to be Canada’s leaders of tomorrow, where all institutions embrace inclusiveness within the workplace and diversity within the workforce.

About the Role:

Reporting to the Operations Portfolios, Director of Digital Infrastructure , as a Microsoft 365 Specialist, you will be essential in managing and enhancing our Microsoft 365 tenant and enterprise data security. Your vital contribution to supporting, updating, and developing Power Apps, Dynamics tools, and SharePoint libraries and sites will be greatly valued. This dynamic role forms the core of our IT strategy and is key to ensuring a secure and efficient digital environment, fuelling our organizational success and operational excellence. Your technical acumen and commitment to continuous improvement will significantly enhance our IT infrastructure, energize our growth, and contribute meaningfully to our ongoing evolution.

In this role you will:

• Support the management of our Microsoft tenant, ensuring robust enterprise data security and compliance with organizational policies.
• Assist in updating and developing Power Apps, enhancing business processes and productivity.
• Develop and maintain Dynamics tools to streamline workflows and improve data management.
• Create, update, and manage SharePoint libraries and sites, ensuring seamless collaboration and information sharing across the organization.
• Collaborate closely with other teams, including IT, operations, and business units, to identify and implement innovative solutions that drive efficiency and effectiveness.
• Provide technical support and training to users, ensuring they can leverage Microsoft 365 tools to their fullest potential.

Required Skills and Experience:

Experience:

• Proven experience working with Microsoft 365, including Power Apps, Dynamics, and SharePoint.
• Experience in managing enterprise data security and compliance within a Microsoft tenant.
• Previous experience in a collaborative team environment, working closely with various departments to achieve common goals.

Skills:

• Strong technical skills in Microsoft 365, including the ability to develop and manage Power Apps, Dynamics tools, and SharePoint sites.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, essential for liaising with a range of stakeholders, including team members, users, and vendors.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and details simultaneously, ensuring all projects and updates are completed efficiently and accurately.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement, always seeking to enhance our IT infrastructure and user experience.

Commitment

• ~5-15 hours per month
• Attendance at team meetings

Application Instructions:

Please submit your resume via the link above. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Candidates from the 2SLGBTQ+ community or are otherwise marginalized on the grounds of gender expression, gender identity and/or sexual orientation are strongly encouraged to apply. Lived experience as a member of any equity-deserving community is considered a strong asset.

We’re committed to providing accommodations throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require accommodation to be at your best, please let us know during the application process.

Why Start Proud?

• Springboard your professional development by gaining valuable experience as part of a national non-profit in a functional area you are looking to grow your skills in. We are here to develop you, even if you have little experience.
• Make an impact in our organization and the community we serve! We are growing and evolving quickly, so there are many opportunities to make a difference.
• Build your network with friendly and supportive 2SLGBTQ+ students and professionals that are eager to support and mentor each other.

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