First-Year Orientation Lead & Programs Coordinator

University of Waterloo; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Waterloo in Waterloo, Canada, is seeking an Orientation Advisor who will co-organize and implement a comprehensive First-Year Orientation, while also supporting administrative tasks in the Student Success Office. The role partners with the Waterloo Orientation Team and external partners to provide a welcoming program for new students.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of volunteer management or staff supervision experience in a student leadership setting, familiarity with

Qualifications

• University degree required in related field (e.g., Recreation & Leisure, Higher Education and/or Student Services).
• Experience with Waterloo Orientation is required; involvement as a former member is an asset.
• Budget management experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Co-manage and guide the Waterloo Orientation Team, up to 20 student leaders.
• Recruit, retain, and develop Waterloo Orientation Team leaders.
• Manage a budget of approximately $120,000 for events.
• Collaborate with external partners to offer services for new students.
• Coordinate communications and resources for the Orientation program.

Skills

Volunteer management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Training delivery

Education

University degree required

Job description

University of Waterloo in Waterloo, Canada, is seeking an Orientation Advisor who will co-organize and implement a comprehensive First-Year Orientation, while also supporting administrative tasks in the Student Success Office. The role partners with the Waterloo Orientation Team and external partners to provide a welcoming program for new students.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of volunteer management or staff supervision experience in a student leadership setting, familiarity with