Requisition ID
: 1200361Faculty / Division
: University of Toronto ScarboroughDepartment
: UTSC: Student LifeCampus
: Scarborough
Description
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Student Affairs and Services embraces an integrated approach linking recruitment strategies to retention programming informed by research data on student satisfaction and academic success within a student development model. In this context, the Coordinator will play an important role in building upon our student success, which is philosophically learner-centered and service-oriented.
Working under the general supervision of the Director, Student Life, the International Students Services & Programs Coordinator will enhance the quality of student life on campus by primarily supporting International Student Development through the delivery of advising services and a variety of programs. In addition, the incumbent will have a special responsibility for overseeing and coordinating all aspects and special projects, programs, and services of the International Student Centre at UTSC; which may include advising and referrals; the student refugee sponsorship programme through World University Service Canada (WUSC); the promotion of student exchange programs & other international studies/work opportunities to students at UTSC; and Student volunteer and staff coordination; UTSC department Liaison and partnership development; and Income tax clinics.
Work will be informed by relevant national and international student research literature and UTSC campus student satisfaction research including the regular use of focus groups. The incumbent will work closely with International Student Centre Team, including Coordinator, International Students & Study Abroad and Program Assistant. It is expected that the position will involve cross-training, collaboration and joint effort within the ISC to maximize the resources and services to support student success. The incumbent will also oversee the work of the Program Assistant , ISC @ UTSC. The Coordinator will further assist the Director, Student Life in building a learning community increasingly supportive of student success in all its facets - intellectually, emotionally, socially, physically and in various dimensions of civic engagement.
This position is designed to be highly consultative across a broad range of student groups, student services and relevant academic stakeholders. The Coordinator of International Student Services and Programs will display great sensitivity to student issues and concerns.
Qualifications
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(Minimum)
Education:
University degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience:
At least three (3) years experience in Student Development/International Student Advising at the post secondary level; strong experiential background in student life issues; experience working with diverse communities and an understanding of international student issues, student advising and an ability to articulate diversity issues in a diverse environment.
Skills:
Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint; experience with web development including working knowledge of HTML and dream weaver and publishing software, an asset.
Other:
Must possess the ability to relate to students in a manner which builds trust and confidence and be able to demonstrate the ability to implement programs. Must have excellent organizational, written and oral communication and presentation skills. Sensitivity and competence with deadlines and tight timeframes; comfort working with students frequently under stress and being sufficiently organized and accurate to meet their needs is essential. Must be comfortable working independently and in a team environment. Must have the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. Some evening & weekend work is required. Completion or a commitment to completion of a Master's degree in a relevant field an asset.
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