23 Jan
Ontario Tech University
Oshawa
Job Summary:
The International Student Advisor promotes the academic, personal and professional development of international students at Ontario Tech. This position is accountable for international student development and support, and for the development, coordination, communication and ongoing assessment of programs designed to ensure the successful transition and retention of this key constituency at Ontario Tech in alignment with the Ontario Tech internationalization strategy, Student Experience Centre and Student Life strategies, and Ontario Tech Strategic Plan.
Required Skills:
- Ability to provide quality, student-centered, ethical advising
- Excellent research, analytical and writing skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent computer skills including: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and internet applications
- Demonstrated presentation and facilitation skills; and the ability to communicate with a diverse population
- Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment
- Initiative, organizational and time management skills
- Strong judgement, flexibility and adaptability
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships
Required Education:
- A minimum four-year Bachelor's degree required with preference given to candidates with a professional or graduate degree in education, student development, higher education or educational leadership
- The incumbent must be registered and in good standing with the Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council (ICCRC) and accredited as a Regulated International Student Immigration Advisor (RISIA) or Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC)
- An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered
* Verification of Academic credentials may be required
Required Experience:
- Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience
- Experience providing support and/or advising services to international students in a post-secondary setting
- Experience in a professional or para-professional role developing programs
- Experience in program evaluation and assessment
- Experience working with students of diverse backgrounds and/or substantial international experience
- Training and/or demonstrable experience in intercultural communications and competency development
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of group dynamics and experience leading, planning and facilitating groups
- An understanding of student development theories (as they pertain to international students) and their implications on student learning and student development programming
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit in electronic format a covering letter and their resume. Applications will be accepted until January 28, 2025 or until a suitable candidate is found. We appreciate all applications received; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) and will be subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the university and the OPSEU. To the extent that policies are not included in the collective agreement, employment will also be governed by the university's policies which may also be found on our website https://ontariotechu.ca and which may be amended from time-to-time.
Ontario Tech University is actively committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, indigenization and decolonization (EDIID),
and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, while especially encouraging applications from First Nations, Metis, Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents, Indigenous Peoples in Canada, and those eligible to work in Canada, will be given priority.
Ontario Tech University respects people's different needs and therefore will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants where appropriate. The University is also committed to ensuring that confidentiality is maintained throughout all aspects of the recruitment cycle.
If you require accommodation, please contact Julie Day, Health and Disability Management Specialist.
For more information about the universities policies for accommodating employees with disabilities please review the university's Accessibility Policy
The university acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation which is covered under the Williams Treaties. We are situated on the Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation which includes Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi.
Job Location: Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Expected Start Date: 2/3/2025
Expected End Date: 7/15/2026
For full job ad, please visit: https://ontariotechu.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/1437?c=ontariotechu
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