Virtual Recruitment Specialist

Competition 1162

This competition is open to all applicants however; internal candidates and applicants who were former employees of the University of Alberta in the past 18 months will be given priority consideration before external candidates. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status.

This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed at: Faculty & Staff Benefits.

Location - Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton. This role is in-person. 

Working at the University of Alberta

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to more than 14,000 faculty and staff, over 40,000 students and 260,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people — from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

Working for the Department

International Recruitment is responsible for the recruitment of international students to the University of Alberta. International students have a vast range of study options to choose from and many institutions actively trying to recruit them.

The international recruitment team offers potential international students an exceptional experience when they are deciding where to study and convinces qualified students that the U of A is the right choice for them.

Position 

The new position of Virtual Recruitment Specialist will enhance international virtual recruitment activities in order to increase the number of qualified international students choosing to study at the U of A.

Working collaboratively with colleagues across the university, you will enhance existing and implement new virtual activities and campaigns targeted at international students throughout the recruitment cycle. You will play a key role in attracting high-achieving international students to study at the University of Alberta and growing our international student numbers.

Duties 

• Develops and implements virtual international recruitment strategy
• Plans, organizes and executes large and small scale virtual events
• Connects with faculty members to organize and implement faculty-specific virtual events targeted at international students
• Reviews and enhances email communications flow to prospective international students
• Maximizes use of the Goodkind video platform

Minimum Qualifications

• University Degree
• Minimum 24 months of relevant work experience
• High attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Technical skills and enhanced proliferation of our virtual recruitment strategy
• Engaging presentation skills and excellent verbal and written skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Slate is an asset
• Knowledge of university policies and procedures