Job Description

The Program Assistant is responsible for assisting in the support of a cohort of 100+ senior international students in achieving the goal of helping them transition from student to professional and staying in Prince Edward Island post-graduation. The position will also support other aspects of the Office of Study Abroad & International Partnerships as needed.

Working in a fast-paced environment with multiple concurrent deadlines and various stakeholders, the Program Assistant must be a skilled planner with a strong client-service orientation. The successful candidate will work closely with all of Prince Edward Island\'s publicly funded post-secondary educational institutions, various provincial and federal government departments, and partners from around the world.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with the delivery of a program that can be utilized within the three postsecondary educational institutions that connects international students to the community
• Assist in coordinating the recruitment and selection of the 100+ final year of study student participants
• Increasing awareness and developing a communications campaign on the value of hiring graduate international students from PEI postsecondary institutions
• Assisting in the counsel, coaching and mentoring of international students related to their transitions to the PEI community and workforce
• Collaborating with postsecondary institutions, government departments and community partners to ensure complementarity of services
• Providing ongoing support/advice to students and monitoring their progress
• Conducting assessments of and identifying potential candidates for the Study & Stay PEI Program
• Recommending supports to assist students in navigating workforce processes
• Assisting in planning and executing orientations, conferences and/or retreats
• Working with internal and external partners to plan and deliver various workshops throughout the year
• Developing mechanisms, programs and initiatives to ensure each student is accessing appropriate resources at their respective campus
• Organizing additional, culturally relevant supports as needed
• Providing ongoing, individualized support, advising and mentoring of students and monitoring their progress
• Assisting in promoting the program via social media, info sessions, and other avenues
• Be available to work some evening and weekend programs/events throughout the year
• Other duties as may be required

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary degree or diploma
• Demonstrated experience in working with postsecondary institutions, government departments, non-government agencies and private sector
• Experience developing, implementing and completing process evaluations for programs
• Prior experience delivering and promoting services to the public
• Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building and communication (oral and written) skills to interact effectively with students, staff, faculty and external contacts
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and sound judgement
• Knowledge of federal and provincial policies related to permanent residency pathways for international students
• Knowledge of computer programs such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, etc. is essential
• Ability to multi-task and work independently in a dynamic and diverse environment with numerous interruptions and constantly changing priorities
• A valid driver\'s license and access to a motor vehicle is necessary
• Bilingualism would be considered an asset
• Additional relevant education would be considered an asset
• Experience publishing content and tracking results on popular social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter and YouTube

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link posted on the . Applications will not be accepted via email.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, .

Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.

University of Prince Edward Island