Recruitment Officer International

Purpose :

International Recruitment Officers play an important role in York University's international recruitment activities through a variety of methods. This includes delivering recruitment presentations, researching, and contributing to the development of programs, strategies, and marketresearch. International Recruitment Officer contributes to York's goal of developing a vibrant, diverse, and highly academic group of international applicants.

Education : Experience :

2 years' recent related experience (, educational liaison in an academic environment, making effective presentations and / or public speaking, attending fairs / events, program / project administration, etc.), advising / counselling, and answering detailed / complex enquiries in a student service area preferred. International travel experience required.

Skills :

Knowledge of secondary schools' liaison (student recruitment)

Knowledge of Ontario university system admissions criteria, university programs, and strong familiarity with Canadian and international educational systems

Advising / counselling skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills, for identifying trends in markets, generating ideas and innovative solutions

Working effectively in a team environment

Effective relationship building

Excellent interpersonal skills including tact and diplomacy

Knowledge and sensitivity to cultural issues and public relations skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills to make effective presentations and respond to detailed / complex enquiries

Exercising good judgement, initiative, and creative problem-solving skills

Excellent organizational skills including ability to work independently, meet deadlines, coordinate a number of projects / programs simultaneously in response to changing / conflicting priorities

Working effectively under pressure of high volume

Maintaining confidentiality

Intermediate skills with MS Word, Excel, and Powerpoint

Introductory MS Access with the ability to run queries from an established database

Adept at learning new technology programs and adapting to change

Social media skills

Lifting and bending, carrying boxes with a weight of 20-25 pounds.

Valid passport

Valid 'G' driver's license with proven good driving record (abstract required)

Access to a reliable vehicle required