International Student Advisor

About Toronto Metropolitan

At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Metropolitan University is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.

We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

In April 2022, the university announced our new name of Toronto Metropolitan University, which will be implemented in a phased approach. Learn more about our next chapter.

As an employer, we’re working towards a people first culture and we're proud to have been selected as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers and one of Greater Toronto's Top Employer for 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018. To learn more about our work environment and innovative educational environment, visit http://www.ryerson.ca, check out @RyersonU, @RyersonHR, and @RyersonECI on Twitter, and visit our LinkedIn company page.

The Opportunity

The International Student Advisor will promote academic, personal and professional development of international students at Ryerson. They will provide international student development and support through one on one advising, coordination of unit workshops and events, communication, facilitation and ongoing assessment of programs designed to ensure successful transition and retention. 

International Student Support especially welcomes applications from individuals who self-identify as Black, Indigenous or a racialized person, who will be integral towards serving our highly diverse student population. If you identify in one of the former groups, we encourage you to self-identify in your cover letter.  This is truly an exciting time to join our department as we embark on our strategic planning guided by the values of equity, diversity and inclusion and with a firm belief that diversity is our strength.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advises and supports international students who experience transitional difficulties relating to personal development, adjusting to cultural diversity, student life, and working within Canada.
• Provides comprehensive immigration support to international students at various stages of the student life cycle
• Develops and delivers innovative and effective workshops to provide current information on specific government immigration policies and requirements in relation to studying and working in Canada. 
• Using a curricular approach, creates, facilitates and assesses programming for international and newcomer students.

Qualifications and Experience

• Completion of a 3 year diploma program, with a completion of the Regulated International Student Immigration Advisor (RISIA) or a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) certification, RCIC or RISIA in good standing with the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC) required
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in student support and development. Experience in student advising on personal development during their transition to Canada preferred.  An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. 
• Strong leadership, presentation and communication skills and the ability to coordinate projects and develop programs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including a demonstrated ability to facilitate strong relationships with students and campus partners. 
• Ability to facilitate programs, activities and workshops for participants with varied cultural perspectives and backgrounds; basic research including outcome-based educational programs; and working with students in a post-secondary setting and helping new students transition to colleges/universities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to work with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent customer service skills to communicate and liaise with a wide range of offices and agencies on and off campus to address the needs of the students.
• Ability to write and edit program materials relating to activities, services and programs offered in International Student Support
• Strong critical thinking, interpersonal, organizational, time management and prioritization skills.
• High level of initiative, resourcefulness and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and flexible environment.
• Computer proficiency and strong administrative skills to maintain internal office practices/systems and procedures.

Additional Information

Notes: 

• Applicants who do not meet all of the posted qualifications may, upon the University’s sole discretion, be considered to fill a vacancy on an underfill basis.
• Qualified OPSEU candidates will be considered before members of other employee groups. This is a term position with a guarantee to return to home position for OPSEU FTCE employees only.

We encourage all First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples or Indigenous peoples of North America, to self-identify in their applications and also reach out to Tracey King, Indigenous Human Resources Lead  for support during the selection process.

As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to complete an occupational assessment.  
Applications will only be accepted online through Toronto Metropolitan University's careersite.

Toronto Metropolitan University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and aims to ensure that independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity are embedded in all aspects of the university culture.
 
We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community.We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please contact hr@ryerson.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.