Job Title: Student Recruitment Advisor
Vacancies: 2 Undergraduate Advisors, 2 Graduate Advisors
Location: University of Niagara Falls Canada (onsite)
Reports To: Associate Director, Domestic Student Recruitment
Officially opening its doors in 2024, the University of Niagara Falls Canada (UNFC) is an innovative and digitally oriented institution that prepares graduates for leadership in the digital world. We believe in delivering programs that provide a direct pathway to meaningful careers in high-demand industries. We are currently offering both undergraduate and graduate programs of Honours Bachelor of Business Administration, Honours Bachelor of Science-Biomedical Sciences, Master of Arts in Digital Media and Global Communications, Master of Data Analytics and a Master of Management. UNF is part of the Global University Systems Canada group of institutions and Global University Systems, an international network of higher education institutions.
Our location
Our campus is located in historic downtown Niagara Falls. Beyond being Canada’s #1 travel destination, Niagara Falls is a small vibrant city that offers up a slice of metropolitan living at a different pace. From world-class dining and entertainment options to luxury shopping and cultural experiences. Our location offers the amenities of a large urban centre within a comfortable, livable community.
Position Overview:
As a Domestic Student Recruitment Advisor, you will play a crucial role in attracting, engaging, and enrolling prospective undergraduate or graduate students into our university programs. You will be responsible for implementing strategies to increase student recruitment numbers while maintaining high standards of service and ethical practices.
This role requires a dynamic individual with excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of educational programs, and the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Qualifications and Experience
To be successful in the position, an individual must be committed to developing, maintaining, and demonstrating the following:
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and establish effective relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex information clearly and concisely.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Passion for higher education and a commitment to promoting the university’s mission and values.
- Enthusiastic, proactive, and adaptable team player with a customer-service orientation.
PLEASE NOTE:
This position will require frequent travel off campus attending recruitment events and activities.
Evenings and weekends may be required during peak recruitment periods.
Education and Experience
- Successfully completed post-secondary degree in related field
- Proven experience in student recruitment, admissions or related fields within an educational institutional is preferred.
- Proficiency in CRM software (Salesforce) and digital marketing tools preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Application process
Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume via LinkedIn or to jobs@unfc.ca.
All documents must be submitted in electronic format (a single PDF document is preferred) Note: file maximum of 5MB per attached upload.
Diversity, inclusion and equity
The University of Niagara Falls Canada (UNF) is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially invites applications from all qualified candidates. Racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQI+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas are encouraged to apply.
We recognize that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, UNF will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
We will accommodate the needs of the applicants and the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the selection process, please advise jobs@unfc.ca to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated through this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
We appreciate all applications received; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
We are situated on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee, Hatiwendaronk and Anishinaabe peoples. We also acknowledge the many other First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who call this region home.
We commit to building relationships based on respect, reciprocity, and reconciliation as we work, learn, and gather on this land. Furthermore, we acknowledge that the Niagara Region is situated on treaty land, and we stand with all Indigenous peoples, past and present, in promoting the wise stewardship of the lands on which we live.
Learn more about the University of Niagara Falls Canada at our website .