Advisor, Student Exchange and Advising

1 month ago


Montréal, Canada Concordia University Full time

**Position Number**: 50000888 / P5361A
**Department**: Undergraduate Programs
**Grade**: GR12
**Campus**: Sir George Williams (Downtown)

**Salary**: $76,468.50 - $91,341.36 per annum
**Union/Association/HR Policy**: CUPEU

**Posting deadline**: February 8, 2023

Recognized as Canada’s top university under the age of 50, and one of Montreal’s top Employers, Concordia University is the place to be if you are looking to grow, contribute and innovate in a dynamic and multicultural environment.

Be part of a community that addresses society’s big challenges, supports your personal and professional growth, and makes a real impact in building a more sustainable world.

As a member of our community, you will have access to comprehensive benefits, a defined pension plan and numerous on site well-being facilities such as a state of the art gym and health clinic as well as a variety of educational and cultural opportunities.

**NOTE**:

- This posting represents a maternity leave replacement until January 19, 2024._

**SCOPE**
Reporting to the Senior Director, Academic and Student Affairs, Undergraduate Programs, the incumbent counsels and guides students regarding the Concordia student exchange program. The incumbent actively participates in fulfilling the international student exchange objectives of the Faculty.

**PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Prepares, maintains the files and registers incoming undergraduate exchange students as well as prepares and maintains dossiers for outgoing undergraduate exchange students.
- Answers inquiries and requests for additional information from potential outgoing exchange students in a timely manner and redirects requests to other departments when necessary.
- Liaises with accepted incoming exchange students to ensure a seamless registration.
- Plans and coordinates information sessions and workshops for outgoing exchange students
- Oversees development and administration of special projects and programs, including short-term summer programs and special topics summer courses
- Maintains course equivalencies database and JMSB’s Visiting & Exchange website
- Manages relationships with VIFP partners.
- Assesses course approval requests from outgoing exchange students and produces course contracts.
- Collaborates with Concordia International on program development and special projects.
- Undertakes other tasks as required by the Senior Director, Academic & Student Affairs.

**REQUIREMENTS**
- Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Administration and a minimum of two to four years of relevant experience.
- Previous work experience in the study abroad programs and knowledge of Canadian and International educational systems and the University’s academic rules and regulations are assets.
- Good knowledge (Level 4) of spoken and written English; good knowledge (Level 4) of spoken French, and basic knowledge (Level 3) of written French.
- Good knowledge (Intermediate level) of Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to deal effectively with current students with faculty and staff members and on internal and external departments and committees.
- Proven writing, analytical and organization skills; the ability to work under pressure for extended periods of time, take initiative and work independently and also within a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills in order to conduct information sessions to potential and current students.
- Must have a proven ability to coordinate projects and work within strict deadlines.
- May be asked to work flexible hours occasionally (e.g. special events, extraordinary circumstances).
- Familiarity with the JMSB’s undergraduate programs and knowledge of the Student Information System (SIS) are assets.

Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic and administrative functions of the university, proficiency in English and French, as indicated, is required.

**Territorial Acknowledgement**
Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtià:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.

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