International Scholarships Advisor

University of Toronto


Date: 1 week ago
City: Toronto, ON
Contract type: Full time

About us:
The University is a global leader in research and teaching. We provide diverse and extensive areas of study organized around intimate learning communities, creating an exceptional learning environment for our students. The University is committed to providing an enriching student experience to all students. Student Life encourages active participation in learning, effective management of experiences and wellbeing, community connection, and leadership and success. The Centre for International Experience (CIE) offers students opportunities to expand their learning globally, creating sustainable and diverse learning abroad experiences that incorporate study, research, and professional opportunities.

Your opportunity:
The International Scholarships Advisor supports international scholars through scholarship programs administered by the CIE. Reporting to the Associate Director, the Advisor designs and delivers enrichment programming and provides support related to student life and international student experience. This role involves working with high profile scholarship programs, providing front-line support to scholars, and collaborating with various university departments and external donor groups to enhance program success.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Advising students on co-curricular, academic and personal matters
  • Handling sensitive and/or confidential information
  • Resolving issues and escalating problems as required
  • Planning and implementing curricular/co-curricular programs
  • Conducting analysis on program efficiency and student outcomes
  • Facilitating workshops and seminars
  • Building relationships with stakeholders and partners
  • Developing content for marketing and promotional materials

Essential Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 4 years of experience working with international program cohorts
  • 2 years of experience designing and delivering enrichment programming
  • 2 years of experience supporting international student wellbeing
  • Experience delivering events and workshops on leadership and professional development
  • Knowledge of international student support services
  • Strong communication and computer skills
  • Strong diplomacy skills

Assets (Nonessential):

  • Experience with external donors and donor agreements
  • International experience in a non-Canadian education setting
  • Knowledge of a second language

To be successful in this role you will be:

  • Approachable
  • Proactive
  • A problem solver
  • A team player

NOTE: This is a nine-month term position with occasional travel and overtime.

Closing Date: 01/21/2025, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget - Term
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: USW Pay Band 12 - $79,874, with annual step progression to $102,147. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Student Services

Lived Experience Statement: Candidates from Indigenous, Black, racialized, and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience will be considered as applicable to the posted position.

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