Indigenous Pathways & Recruitment Coordinator

OCAD U International; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 57,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

OCAD University is seeking an Indigenous Outreach & Recruitment Coordinator to create pathways for Indigenous learners, supporting them and their families from initial contact through the admissions process at our downtown Toronto campus.

Working with the Indigenous Student Centre, you will develop culturally grounded programs, engage with Indigenous communities outside the GTA, and coordinate sponsorships, awards, and outreach partnerships to promote student success and enrollment.

Qualifications

• Experience in Indigenous community programming or education.
• Understanding Indigenous culture and practices.
• Experience with admissions or outreach in post-secondary settings.

Responsibilities

• Support Indigenous learners as they navigate pathways to OCAD U by meeting with prospective students and families to provide guidance and access to supports.
• Develop and coordinate culturally grounded transition programming for Indigenous learners with focus on pathway navigation and GTA acclimation.
• Follow up with prospective students and advocate for applicants, presenting special cases for consideration when needed.
• Coordinate with ISC to identify non-academic supports (financial aid, housing, childcare) to assist transitions.
• Support sponsorship processes by liaising with Indigenous communities and internal offices to ensure funding and sponsorship are smooth.
• Plan and deliver off-campus community initiatives to build reciprocal relationships with Indigenous communities and organizations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Cultural competence

Public engagement

Education

Post-secondary degree in Art or Design

Job description

OCAD University is seeking an Indigenous Outreach & Recruitment Coordinator to create pathways for Indigenous learners, supporting them and their families from initial contact through the admissions process at our downtown Toronto campus.

Working with the Indigenous Student Centre, you will develop culturally grounded programs, engage with Indigenous communities outside the GTA, and coordinate sponsorships, awards, and outreach partnerships to promote student success and enrollment.