Ecosystem Operations Specialist

Huawei Canada has an immediate contract opening for an Ecosystem Operations Specialist.

About the team:

As a strategic partner supporting all of Huawei Canada, the Human Resource Department plays a pivotal role in attracting, developing, and retaining top talent while ensuring compliance with corporate and legal standards. By prioritizing employee well-being and professional growth, this department cultivates a culture of collaboration and success. The Human Resource Department is committed to aligning workforce strategies with Huawei’s vision, driving sustainable growth and organizational effectiveness.

About the job:

1. University & Technology Ecosystem Engagement

• Support the development and maintenance of relationships with leading universities, student organizations, research institutions, and developer communities across Canada.
• Identify and engage potential academic and community partners to expand Huawei's presence within university and technology ecosystems.
• Coordinate partnership activities, campus outreach, and collaborative initiatives aligned with Huawei's technology and talent development priorities.

2. Technical Competition & Event Operations

• Plan, coordinate, and execute university hackathons, technical competitions, workshops, campus events, and other ecosystem engagement programs.
• Support end-to-end event operations, including event planning, partner communication, sponsorship coordination, logistics, budget tracking, and post-event follow-up.
• Work with university partners, student clubs, and event organizers to drive participation, strengthen engagement, and ensure successful program execution.

3. Talent Sourcing & Pipeline Development

• Conduct talent mapping and sourcing activities to identify promising students, researchers, and early-career technical professionals through university events, competitions, and academic networks.
• Support the development and maintenance of structured talent pools for co-op, internship, and full-time recruitment opportunities.
• Coordinate with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition teams on candidate referrals, initial profile reviews, interview scheduling, and recruitment follow-up.
• Participate in university career fairs, networking sessions, and recruitment initiatives to strengthen Huawei's employer branding and access to technical talent.

Job requirements

About the ideal candidate:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science, Communications, Human Resources, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in project coordination, event operations, university relations, community engagement, recruitment, or related areas. Relevant internships and student leadership experience will also be considered.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a proactive, results-oriented approach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience organizing or participating in hackathons, university competitions, technical events, or student-led initiatives.
• Existing connections with Canadian universities, student organizations, or developer communities.
• Experience working in a technology company, research organization, or multicultural environment.

Additional Information:

Huawei Canada is committed to a fair, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodation during any stage of the hiring process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

All applications for this position are reviewed directly by our hiring team, we do not use artificial intelligence tools to screen or select candidates.