International Contract Training Assistant - Niagara, Canada - Niagara College Canada

Niagara College Canada

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Niagara, Canada

4 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Located in the heart of the Niagara Region - just minutes from one of the world's most well-known tourism destinations - Niagara College offers more than 130 innovative programs between our campuses in Welland and Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Since opening its doors in 1967, Niagara College has grown to become a leader in education and training and one of the most enterprising colleges in Canada.

Applications are invited for the temporary part time position of International Contract Training Assistant within Global Engagement Division at Niagara College located at the Daniel J.

Patterson campus. The starting salary is $22.56/hr for a 24 hour work week. Additional hours may be required as necessary. This is a temporary position and is set to commence April 2023 to January 2024.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Provides confidential administrative support to the Manager, Global Customized Training and Consulting
Serves as the first point of contact welcoming new GCTC students, answering inquiries, and addressing problems and concerns
Compiles and tracks information for all GCTC programs and incoming students
Assists in planning and coordinating predeparture training and information sessions
Inputs all GCTC data into Salesforce and SharePoint
Assists in the creation of schedules and itineraries relating to GCTC groups
Prepares meeting agendas and other routine correspondence for GCTC groups
Liaises with student services when needed, to assist with GCTC student inquires
Schedules rooms and logistics for regular meetings and presentations
Coordinates transportation for group activities and site visits
When required, posts pertinent information for students on Blackboard and/or Moodle to GCTC participants
Occasionally communicates with international partners, agents, and government funders to provide student/participant group updates
Establishes and maintains positive relationships with local industry and global partners
Occasionally liaises with internal staff to finalize details of training programs
Coordinates with the School of English Language Studies, Student Services, and the Registrar's Office to have grade reports and certificates prepared for graduation ceremonies or couriered to partners around the world
Other related duties as required

Qualifications:

Two (2) year diploma in Business or a similar field of study
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs
Experience in Salesforce and SharePoint considered an asset
Experience working with international students and logistics
Must be able to work independently, exercise initiative and good judgement, sensitivity, and confidentiality in dealing with internal NC stakeholders, GCTC groups, clients, and industry partners
Strong intercultural communication skills; experience working in a diverse environment or crosscultural competencies obtained by living abroad

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

If requested, accommodations will be made to support applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process.