Strategic Leadership Program Moderator and Marker Positions  

SLP moderator and marker positions may be available during the upcoming academic year and interested CMA members should submit their resume and a letter detailing related qualifications to Connie Sherry, Manager of Accreditation, at csherry@cma-canada.org.  

Moderator details  
Under contract with CMA Manitoba, SLP moderators are assigned to a section of candidates to deliver three year 1 or three year 2 Interactive Sessions during 2008-09. Functioning within 2-person “self-managed teams” moderators are responsible for:

• assisting candidates with the acquisition and integrated application of new knowledge and skills in a given subject area as it relates to the various competencies listed in the competency map, striving for an minimum CS-2 rating across all functional and enabling competencies;
  
• delivering structured learning activities consistent with the program instructional model, such as presentations, assignments, and large or small-group exercises;
  
• evaluating candidate oral and written assignments to measure knowledge and skills against criteria established by CMA Canada;
  
• responding to individual program learning needs expressed by candidates.

As facilitators they participate in the advancement of the group’s collective learning, using the dynamics of the group and interactions among participants to facilitate learning and modify or reinforce behaviors and attitudes on the part of the large group or the individual.   CMA Manitoba recruits moderators for the SLP delivery team on an annual basis, using a competitive application and interview process.  Final selection of moderators ultimately is determined by program requirements in a particular fiscal year, both in terms of the number of moderators required and their specific skills, experience, and professional attributes.  Previous group facilitation experience will be considered an asset as is knowledge of leading edge strategic planning concepts and advanced financial and management accounting topics.  

Marker details  
Under contract with CMA Canada, SLP assignment markers work within a National marker pool to ensure consistency across sections, and provinces.  SLP assignments are geared towards developing the functional and enabling competence of candidates in accordance with the CMA Competency Map to meet concrete accreditation goals and markers are responsible for:

• evaluating candidate written assignments to measure knowledge and skills against criteria established by CMA Canada, as well as providing detailed developmental feedback where required on areas for improvement;
  
• communicating with assigned moderators regarding overall performance on each assignment and on candidate progress and development;
  
• collaborating actively in sharing best practices within one’s own section, province and CMA Canada.

As evaluators they assist CMA in ensuring that candidates are making satisfactory progress in terms of meeting the requirements of individual assignments within the program, and toward meeting the accreditation standards set nationally and provincially.   CMA Canada recruits markers for the SLP delivery team on an annual basis, using a competitive application process.  Final selection of markers ultimately is determined by program requirements in a particular fiscal year, both in terms of the number of markers required and their specific skills, experience, and professional attributes.  Requirements include: Excellent written communication skills with strong knowledge of English grammar; demonstrated ability to work independently to meet prescribed deadlines; critical thinking skills and strong understanding of case analysis.