International Enrolment Specialist

Algoma University is committed to undoing systemic and institutional discrimination and being publicly transparent and accountable. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Special Mission. In keeping with the Seven Grandfather teachings that are the core values that inform our decisions as an institution, we are committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive, respectful, and safe environment where everyone belongs. We live these values through the strength and richness that diversity brings to our workforce and welcome contributors from equity-deserving groups including: Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, Persons with Disabilities, 2 Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer persons.

Job Title

Enrolment Specialist, International

Position Status

Temporary (1-year contract), Full-Time (35 hrs/week)

Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm

OSSTF

OSSTF

Department

Recruitment & Strategic Enrolment

Supervision Received

Director, Student Recruitment

Supervision Exercised

Student Assistants

Location

Sault Ste. Marie, ON

Number Of Positions

1

Primary Functions

• Strategic Enrolment Management 40%
• Recruitment / Application Conversion 40%
• Admissions 20%
• TOTAL 100%

Algoma University has an existing vacancy in the position of Enrolment Specialist, International. The Enrolment Specialist, International is responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of a Strategic Enrolment Management (SEM) Plan specific to one or more areas identified in the institution's SEM Plan. This includes recruitment and conversion objectives, strategies, and targets. The Enrolment Specialist, International will collaborate with a group of key campus partners and will work as a team member with all other members of the Recruitment & Strategic Enrolment department on key areas associated with enrolment management (e.g. recruitment, admissions, and marketing). The incumbent will be responsible for the recruitment and conversion of applicants to Algoma University in their assigned specialized area, as well as generally, with a focus on increasing the diversity of applicants and students. High levels of independence, coordination, and teamwork are inherent to this role.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Enrolment Management (40%)
• Implement and review the strategic plan for the specialized area in alignment with the institution’s SEM plan.
• Develop and execute a recruitment plan for strategic demographics.
• Develop the schedule of outreach activities for applicants in the specialized area, in collaboration with related departments.
• Collaborate with a team of key campus partners for the implementation of the specialized area strategic plan.
• Identify and recommend domestic and international markets for recruitment activity.
• Analyze data of registered students from prospect to application and registration, in order to determine annual outreach planning.
• Coordinate department-specific recruitment events for the specialized area.
• Coordinate promotional planning with the Marketing & Communications department for the specialized area.
• Advise and collaborate on the design and development of text/copy materials for promotional purposes.
• Develop and maintain relations with a network of educators, guidance counsellors, and overseas recruitment agents and representatives to increase the effectiveness in contributing to enrolment targets.
• Represent the university on various committees and organizations for the purpose of attendance and providing information specific to advancing strategic enrollment priorities.
• Recruitment / Application Conversion (40%)
• Recruit prospective students into degree programs at the university, acting as the lead recruiter for a specialized area.
• Research, identify, and develop opportunities for increasing enrolment in the specialized area.
• Liaise with prospective students for the purpose of recruitment, increasing awareness of the university.
• Develop the schedule of outreach activities for the specialized area in collaboration with related departments.
• Communicate with prospective students, applicants, counsellors, and parents regarding the application process, including important deadlines, required documentation, and academic requirements for admission for all applicant types, including secondary school, college, university transfer, and mature applicants, both domestic and international.
• Establish and maintain relationships to promote awareness of Algoma University.
• Coordinate a program of visits, including education fairs, school visits, and counselling sessions, both domestic and international.
• Maintain detailed records of visits, pr