Employment Opportunity: Prince of Wales Campus

Holland College is seeking an energetic and creative RECRUITMENT AND FIRST YEAR ADVISOR to promote Holland College and its various programs.

• Assist in recruiting and retention activities to ensure enrollment targets are met.
• Participate in extensive travel throughout Atlantic Canada promoting Holland College at various high school fairs and special events.
• Participate in International recruitment events.
• Prepare recruitment presentations and co-ordinate and conduct campus tours.
• Help develop a recruitment strategy for Holland College programs and implement recommendations.
• Maintain current and in-depth knowledge and understanding of all programs, course offerings, Academic Calendar updates, policy changes and educational trends.
• Communicate daily with potential students to ensure they stay engaged during the application and acceptance process.
• Use social media and other digital communication as a recruitment tool.
• Produce and evaluate recruitment data and other metrics.
• Support incoming first year Holland College students in their transition to college by creating open lines of communication through a variety of mediums.
• Advocate for students when necessary and refer student to other services on campus when required.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of services that aim to create an inclusive and safe learning environment for students.
• Arrange activities and events supporting student growth, engagement, and leadership in the development of programs and services unique to the international student experience.
• Cultivate and develop an understanding and appreciation of the international student experience.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

• Post secondary diploma from a Holland College program or an equivalent combination of education and relative work experience may be considered.
• Two years of related work experience, for example, recruitment, student advising, marketing, event coordination, youth engagement or mentorship, preferably in a post-secondary institution or education focused environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency and ability to use MS Office Suite, Social Media Platforms and other digital tools.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences, evidenced through experience in customer service, interpersonal interactions and excellent written & verbal communication.
• Experience building and maintaining a strong rapport with youth audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with tact, discretion and sound decision-making skills.
• Formal training or experience in public speaking and or event planning is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of Holland College programs, services and entrance requirements would be considered an asset.