SAIT
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InternationalStudentAdvisor
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“International Student Advisor at SAIT. Skills: International Student Advising, Student Support, Immigration Advising, Program Development, Cross-cultural Communication. Provides guidance, advocacy and support to student learning and development and leverage promoting long-term, transformational relationship building with students over transactional services.. Develops and delivers high-quality services and programs to support international student success and participation in all aspects of SAIT”
What You'll Achieve.
support international student success and participation; support students retention, participation, engagement and academic success; improve international student experience
Industry & Context.
Conflict resolution, negotiation and problem solving skills; Ability to collect and appropriately analyze statistical data and information
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in Adult Education, International Relations, Human Services, Intercultural Communication, Event Coordination, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, RCIC or RISIA designation in good standing, Minimum three years’ experience working in a cross‑cultural environment, preferably supporting international students
Nice to Have
Familiarity with the Banner Student Information System is considered an asset, Diversity training/intercultural communications training is considered an asset
What You'll Do.
advocacy and support to student learning and development and leverage promoting long-term
transformational relationship building with students over transactional services.
Develops and delivers high-quality services and programs to support international student success and participation in all aspects of SAIT and Canadian life.
Liaises with a wide range of student support colleagues
administrative and academic supports on campus to provide a full range of programs and services that support international student success.
Responsible for strategies and programs that will improve international student experience.
Coaching and advising international students and developing programming
in collaboration with campus service providers
to support students retention
engagement and academic success.
high-quality advising and develops programs that support international learner success and participation in all aspects of SAIT and life in Canada.
Incorporate preparation
documentation and assessment of advising interactions in guiding students to become successful
resilient and independent learners.
Advise students concerning transition
supports on and off campus and any question about.
current students and other interested parties concerning SAIT policies and procedures pertaining to student life cycle from applicants to graduation.
Develop relationships with student support colleagues
administrative and academic supports on campus to provide a full range of programs and services that support international student engagement and success.
Develops and/or coordinates International Student Success workshops and events based on student need.
deliver and/or coordinate a range of critical information session and workshops of practical assistance and interest of international students.
Deliver cultural advising/ workshops for staff and faculty in support of/ with Academic Services.
Maintain and promote ongoing programming and services
such as International Student Orientation (ISO)
Provide guidance to individual learners and sometimes their families with regard to federal immigration policies and procedures
including assistance on individual cases and the resolution of problems related to immigration inquiries.
Advises students on possible outcomes of immigration issues based on interpretation of immigration legislation/regulations and assists students in making an informed decision.
Develop and maintains print and web resources to enable current students to complete immigration processes and requirements independently.
Stays current on changes related to immigration (IRCC) policies and procedures to current learners and recent graduates.
Plans and coordinates information sessions for frontline staff and faculty faced with immigration questions.
faculty and employers regarding immigration regulations or inquiries pertaining to student coop/work practicum or post-graduation work permit requirements.
Coordinate and prepare content for student communication related to immigration via email bulletins
the monthly newsletter and social media.
May attend Academic Misconduct meetings at the request of students and/or Academic Chairs to provide immigration support and clarity for international students and/or faculty.
Act as a key contact for students
the schools and other student services.
Ensure a culturally sensitive approach and appropriate communication style
demonstrating flexibility and understanding of diverse cultural needs in all programing.
Coordinate internal and external communications and provide content for all student communications related but not limited to immigration
student success and programming opportunities via email
the International Student Newsletter
internal IC newsletter and communications and social media.
Coordinate maintenance for the Current Student web page for international students with new programming and information.
Refer students to recourses for funding
scholarships and financial assistance.
Assist with the development and implementation of the retention strategy.
Provide information and guide students regarding their post-graduate work permit application process.
Research best practices and recommend new strategies for the purpose of retaining students.
Work closely with SAITSA
Lamb Learner Centre and Office of the Registrar to support and retain international students.
Assist with the development and implementation of the Student Support Strategy.
Contribute to Annual International Student Support Report.
Participate in student life and co-curricular activities to help students broaden their experience as well as their personal development and wellbeing.
Encourage international student participation in programs
clubs and services across campus.
Assist and participate and events organized by International Centre such as International Education Week
cultural celebration or SAIT wide events such as SAIT start.
Leadership may assign other duties and/or responsibilities as required.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Liaises with a wide range of student support colleagues, clubs, administrative and academic supports on campus.; Develop relationships with student support colleagues, clubs, administrative and academic supports on campus.; Work closely with SAITSA, Academic Chairs, program Advisors, support staff, SDC, Lamb Learner Centre and Office of the Registrar.
Communication Scope
Exceptional verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills; Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences across multiple mediums and build cross‑cultural relationships; Culturally sensitive approach and appropriate communication style, demonstrating flexibility and understanding of diverse cultural needs
Full Job Description
## Description SAIT’s International Centre leads SAIT’s global strategy—building international partnerships, fostering international experiences, and attracting and supporting learners as they study and collaborate across borders. Join a team shaping SAIT’s global connections and empowering learners to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world. The Opportunity Job classification: A5009 - Student Services Advisor Salary range: $71,203.40 - $76,523.20 Hours per week: 40 Paid leave: 3 weeks vacation per year Position End Date: September 3, 2027 Deadline to apply: 4:00PM, May 21, 2026 Reporting to the Team Lead, International Student Advising in the International Centre (IC), the International Student Advisor (ISA) provides guidance, advocacy and support to student learning and development and leverage promoting long-term, transformational relationship building with students over transactional services. The incumbent develops and delivers high-quality services and programs to support international student success and participation in all aspects of SAIT and Canadian life. The incumbent liaises with a wide range of student support colleagues, clubs, administrative and academic supports on campus to provide a full range of programs and services that support international student success. The International Student Advisor is responsible for strategies and programs that will improve international student experience. The ISA contributes to SAIT’s objectives by coaching and advising international students and developing programming, in collaboration with campus service providers, to support students retention, participation, engagement and academic success. ## How you'll contribute Student Programing/Advising Support The International Student Advisor provides innovative, high-quality advising and develops programs that support international learner success and participation in all aspects of SAIT and life in Canada. Incorporate preparation, facilitation, documenta
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