Student Engagement Assistant Jobs

Organized, detail-oriented, strong time management skills, and able to plan and organize work with multiple demands and deadlines.

Post-secondary education in a related field like Event Management, Business Administration, or Volunteer Management.

Proficient in using MS Office with prior experience using a CRM (ACGI) and Survey Monkey are considered an asset.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills for internal and external communications.

A minimum of two years’ related experience is required.

Experience with event planning and coordination of volunteers is an asset.

Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Participates on other projects and committees as they evolve within the Faculty of Arts and perform other responsibilities as required.

Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own

Support with event logistics such as materials, equipment (including A/V), on-site production, set up/take down, and other event requirements

Help manage and maintain inventory of assets within the project

Assist in finalizing all logistics for assigned events and projects

Provide administrative support for events as required

Support research for venue contracts, locations and help with tasks to secure contracts for trainings and booking of appropriate spaces

Support data collection on events, assess results and make recommendations for future project planning and delivery

- Project management skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines and perform well under pressure

- 5 years experience working in higher education with post-secondary students in a teaching/advising environment

- Experience managing volunteers and working in leadership development

- Experience presenting to large and small groups would be an asset

- A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation and conflict resolution skills

- Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite

Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Develops entry, midpoint, and exit surveys in partnership with Undergraduate Program Chair which measure the UBC Philosophy student and alumni experiences

Actively researches local and global philosophy-related opportunities and events which may be of interest to undergrad students and alumni

Creates and distributes regular newsletters to undergrad students promoting philosophy events and learning opportunities across the lower mainland

Collaborates with faculty members to plan, coordinate schedule, and implement orientation programming

Coordinates orientation and Imagine day activities, ensuring all activities flow smoothly

Experience working in a post-secondary environment in project management or program development is preferred.

Experience in the designing and delivering educational workshops and managing large events.

Implements and manages processes for collecting student data and feedback.

Develops and manages budgets for program-specific funding.

Manages special projects assigned by the Associate Director, Student Engagement and Development and the Assistant Dean and Director of Undergraduate Programs.

Knowledge of student development theories.

Experience working in a post-secondary environment in project management or program development is preferred.

Experience in the designing and delivering educational workshops and managing large events.

Implements and manages processes for collecting student data and feedback.

Develops and manages budgets for program-specific funding.

Manages special projects assigned by the Associate Director, Student Engagement and Development and the Assistant Dean and Director of Undergraduate Programs.

Knowledge of student development theories.

Excellent organizational skills, including multitasking, time management, and meticulous attention to detail

Bachelor’s degree in event management or a related discipline

Proficient with the Event Management System and Cvent registration tool used to manage registration and event logistics

Manage all aspects of event planning meeting strict deadlines and budget demands

Oversee client experiences from conception through post-event, managing on-site preparations, production, and event breakdown, ensuring consistent, high-level service throughout all phases

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Work experience in an academic or public library setting with a proven client and service- focused approach

Advance the Library's goals of information and digital literacies as core competencies;

Contribute to the Library’s commitment to decolonizing our practices through ongoing engagement initiatives related to local descriptive practice;

Actively engage in initiatives that support the decolonization, accessibility and inclusion of the campus community through Library programs and services;

Act as liaison librarian for assigned subject areas;

Connect and liaise with community partners to share expertise, promote the library or participate in projects.

Excellent time-management skills, multi-tasking, and ability to prioritize effectively.

Experience working in a post-secondary, higher education atmosphere will be considered a valuable asset.

Use an international lens to positively engage students and cultivate memorable student experiences, with a focus on diversity, and inclusion.

In collaboration with the Student Services team, communicate and engage with students regarding important updates across the student experience and journey.

Minimum 1 year of event planning, or relevant experience.

Experience working with international students and/or new immigrants will be considered a valuable asset.

Previous experience and expertise in developing, managing and measuring effective student programming.

Knowledge of the school’s undergraduate program and university systems, structures, processes and decision-making structures is an asset.

Experience with new student orientation and first year experience or equivalent major student learning programs and/or community development is required.

Proven ability to work under pressure of critical deadlines and to manage a demanding workload.

Excellent oral and written communications, judgement, interpersonal skills, cross-cultural sensitivity and organizational skills are required.

Ability to manage the complexity inherent within a multi-faceted work environment focused on broad outcomes for students.

Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

As part of the unit’s leadership team, manages a team of professional and student employees and volunteers.

Develops positive relationships with the UBC Commerce Undergraduate Society and other student clubs and groups to ensure an outstanding student experience.

Provides consultation and support to employees, faculty, student employees and students on student learning and co-curricular learning experiences.

Develops and manages the UBC Sauder BCom Orientation and Student Development budgets

Develops processes and policy around funding opportunities, such as Student Experience Grants.

Strong written and oral communication skills

Experience in using FreshDesk is considered an asset

Working-level skills with the Microsoft Office Suite

Act as a SAIT brand ambassador and peer recruiter at SAIT recruitment events including info sessions, school presentations and open houses

Lead campus tours, both virtually and in-person

Be part of a team committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion by working with a diverse group of students and visitors

Provide administrative support to the Contract Compliance Team and QMS Manager.

Excellent oral and written English skills are essential.

Strong PowerPoint design skills are essential.

Ensure all claim submissions are stored electronically in a central data base.

Coordinate with operations to ensure all contracts are completed and uploaded in central data base.

Assist in developing quality manuals, quality bulletins and proposals.

Experience working either professionally or as a student in a post-secondary environment in program development, and program management.

Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Experience in a Windows-based environment, good knowledge of Internet technologies and willingness to learn to use new systems.

Responsibilities include, with stated approximate percentages of time spent:

Manages the development, implementation and evaluation of FNHL student engagement programs (30%)

Remains current with student engagement best practices to enhance the student experience.

Internal Store; Management of client's Edmonton's store inventory, merchandise procurement, processing customer orders, metric reporting, game launches, and webstore administrative responsibilities.

Administrative support including but not limited to updating budgets, vendor management, PO/Invoice tracking & payment processing.

Assist with management of events email account communications, Slack channel, RSVP, and surveys/feedback processes.

Main Point of contact for any event support or escalation requirements.

High School Diploma or equivalent experience

Minimum 2 years of events support or facilities, administrative or events experience

Good knowledge of research related to undergraduate education and the first-year student experience, student engagement and retention, and community outreach programs.

Excellent organizational, analytical reasoning, problem-solving, and conflict management skills.

Excellent human resource management and financial administration skills.

Excellent knowledge of student development theories and best practices.

Excellent interpersonal, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills.

Excellent administration and event planning skills.

Knowledge of records information management and Microsoft Office

Adaptable with excellent prioritization and time management skills in a changing environment

Diploma in a related discipline (e.g., Administrative Information Management)

5 years professional experience in a related role. A combination of education and experience will be considered

Leads with a world-class customer experience mindset

Expectation of a commitment to intercultural communication with an emphasis on Indigenous Knowledge and Ways of Knowing

Incumbent will need to have experience in acquiring and manage ISP’s to drive EMI

Relationship management with internal stakeholders

Build, manage ISP channel and scale business & Market Visits as per the Beat Plan.

Strong understanding of Client and requirements and requirements.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Respect, that is earned, not demanded from your peers and manager