At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate and implement international learning programs while advising students on global opportunities.
- Company: Join UBC's Go Global team, fostering diverse international experiences.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive workplace, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with a focus on global learning and cultural exchange.
- Why this job: Make a difference by helping students explore the world through education.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and passion for student engagement.
The predicted salary is between 6831 - 10900 $ per month.
Go Global: International Learning Programs is a systems-wide unit that develops and supports international learning opportunities for UBC and partner university students in collaboration with UBC Faculties; and implements UBC Policy 12: Student Safety Abroad. Students have the opportunity to study, research, and participate in global seminars around the world, and learn from incoming students attending UBC as exchange and visiting research students.
The Global Engagement Associate Advisor is responsible for coordinating and implementing Go Global programs and providing advising services in order to support participation in, and development of, inbound and outbound UBC student mobility programs. This may include managing orientation and transition events and support, developing and implementing recruitment strategies for specific UBC international learning programs, and advising UBC students prior to, during, and following their international learning experiences. The Associate Advisor works with UBC and partner university faculty and staff using various information systems to support the execution of Go Global programs.
Organizational Status
The Global Engagement Associate Advisor is a member of the Go Global: International Learning Programs unit under the Office of Global Engagement. The incumbent interacts closely with UBC faculty, UBC students and students from partner universities, departmental and academic advising staff, Enrolment Services and Student Affairs staff at both campuses as well as student mobility and academic staff at partner universities.
Work Performed:
- Project Management:
- Reviews and re-designs processes using input from colleagues, students and other student service units as appropriate; implements changes in order to improve service and system use.
- Develops and delivers programs for visiting students from other universities at UBC as part of exchange, research, and other learning programs. Ensures programs are based on established goals and sought outcomes.
- Manages and coordinates events to promote and recruit students to participate in international learning experiences.
- Participates in ongoing development of University and Go Global student information systems and services.
- Student Advising:
- Facilitates individual and group advising programs, workshops and information sessions to support visiting international exchange and/or research students, and UBC students applying to outbound exchange programs at partner universities.
- Refers students to on-campus resources as needed (e.g., academic advising offices, Counselling Services, Student Health, Housing, etc.).
- Assesses students' learning goals in order to advise students and help them identify international learning experiences in line with their personal, academic, and career goals.
- Advises students about the process and requirements for application and admission to partner universities. Advisors teach students to manage complex information, including how to use UBC and partner institution tools and submit successful applications. They evaluate students' use of these tools; they investigate and resolve discrepancies or technical difficulties at UBC and coach the students in resolving issues with the partner institution systems.
- Advises students prior, during and post experience, exercising judgment in forwarding and communicating complex inquiries to Go Global Advisors and Faculty and Departmental Advisors. Advises students on housing, courses and admissions.
- Assists students with course selection research at partner universities, based on approved courses.
Global Engagement Associate Advisor employer: University of British Columbia
UBC Athletics and Recreation is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, employees benefit from professional growth opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community through fundraising initiatives. Located in Vancouver, a vibrant city known for its natural beauty and cultural richness, UBC provides a unique advantage for those looking to thrive both personally and professionally.
Contact Details:
University of British Columbia Recruitment Team
