Global Learning Advisor, Vp International

Position Overview
The Office of VP International is currently seeking a Full-timeLimited Term Global Learning Advisor for approximately 21 months.
Reporting to the Manager, Education Abroad, the Global Learning Advisor will provide expertise related to the administrative oversight and implementation of Global Learning programs and activities. They are a liaison for all students and instructors involved in Global Learning programs at the University of Calgary (Ucalgary), providing superior advising and assistance related to all phases of the Global Learning process and highly involved in program development, implementation, and promotion.
This role requires the ability to proactively seek out, understand and convey a variety of complex information in an accurate and easy-to-comprehend manner as well as the initiative to identify and respond to the ever-evolving needs of the diverse students and programs they work with.
The incumbent will work closely with students, instructors, academic units, advisors and administrators at UCalgary and overseas, as well as other agencies providing travel-related services to ensure high quality and timely service standards for their assigned portfolio of Global Learning programs and activities. They will exhibit initiative, discretion, sound judgment and decision making based on current information, knowledge and experience while following outlined procedures.There is a high volume of detail-oriented work with frequent interruptions. It is important that the Advisor be able to balance individual-based project work with a high level of people-focused interactions, while demonstrating excellent organization and time management skills to ensure deadlines are met.
Position Description
Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

• Administering all student-based aspects of Global Learning programs and providing pre-program, in field and post-program support;
• Contributing to the design, development and implementation of an assigned portfolio of projects to improve and enhance programs and services in line with the Global Engagement Plan
• Advising prospective Global Learning program participants as to the range of options available, selection of appropriate programs, application requirements and processes, program policies, preparation and post-program procedures
• Providing comprehensive programming and support to student volunteers and peer mentors
• Coordinating a designated portfolio of Global Learning programs, including contributing to program development, logistical preparations, marketing and recruitment, and comprehensive wraparound support for students and instructional staff involved in programs
• Collaborating in the development and implementation of promotion and recruitment activities for Global Learning programs, using a variety of established and innovative methods

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Familiarity with a variety of countries and cultures, including understanding of and experience with cross cultural communication and adaptation, health and safety, etc.
• Demonstrated experience with program/project management and oversight
• Knowledge of FOIPP regulations
• Knowledge of both academic and non-academic university regulations, programs, procedures and services, including University of Calgary degree processes and requirements
• Excellent verbal and written communication, strong presentation and group facilitation skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Knowledge of University core business systems (PeopleSoft) is an asset
• Demonstrated marketing/promotional experience, including website development and maintenance, and experience designing, creating and executing marketing initiatives using various social media platforms
• A second language is an asset
• Undergraduate degree with 2-5 years’ experience working in a post-secondary educational setting, ideally with a focus on Global Learning / international programming
• Demonstrated experience in Adobe Creative Suite, PowerPoint, Yuja, Photoshop and/or Illustrator, online learning platforms (i.e., D2L) Qualtrics, and Zoom
• Demonstrated ability to seek out, retain and accurately convey large amounts of detailed information
• Ability to work within budgets for program development
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, Outlook, CRM, Teams, Excel and database programs
• Ability to creatively challenge and demonstrate initiative to generate improvements and foster positive outcomes
• Previous experience in study abroad or working internationally is strongly preferred

Application Deadline: July 28,2023
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
Additional Information
This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Specialist / AdvisorJob Family, Phase 2 .
To find out more about management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Management and Staff Careers website .
The University strongly recommends all faculty and staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
About The University Of Calgary
The University of Calgary is Canada’s leading next-generation university – a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nation’s most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canada’s top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca .
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy in line with the foundational goals of Eyes High , committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion ( [email protected] ) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources ( [email protected] ).
Do you have most but not all the qualifications? Research show that women, racialized and visible minorities , and persons with disabilities are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At UCalgary we are committed to achieving equitable, diverse, inclusive and accessible employment practices and workplaces and encourage you to apply if you believe you are right for this role.
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.