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Please note that internal job postings are open only to current permanent OPSEU Local 576 Unit 1 employees and temporary OPSEU Local 576 Unit 1 employees with one year of continuous service.

Reporting to the Manager, Student Recruitment the Coordinator, Student Recruitment plays a key role in supporting student recruitment agencies, networks, and partners who contribute to the university in accomplishing its strategic enrolment goals. The Coordinator supports student recruitment programs and services that welcome domestic and international learners in Ontario and Canada. The Coordinator represents OCAD U at various recruitment functions, in-person and virtually, and develops communication materials to provide information and counselling to future OCAD U students.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Train and onboard international recruitment collaborators and agent partners, and maintain ongoing relationships with global recruitment stakeholders and international student recruitment initiatives
• Coordinate and administer– the annual agent evaluation and assessment surveys to drive evidence-based decision-making that strengthen recruitment goals, priorities and outcomes
• Oversee the coordination and execution of familiarization (FAM) tours and fly-in events for international agents and recruitment partners to strengthen relationships and support recruitment efforts
• Support the Manager, Student Recruitment and Manager, Business Strategy in agent-related recruitment initiatives, including managing inquiries, supporting contract negotiations and developing and monitoring terms and conditions
• Respond to telephone, email, and in-person inquiries from prospective students, parents, and educators, providing timely, accurate, and accessible information
• Work with the Lead, National Student Recruitment, to plan, coordinate, and participate in, student recruitment initiatives and events, both in-person and virtual, including school visits, portfolio reviews, information sessions, program events, and liaison workshops
• Represent OCAD U at various virtual and in-person recruitment events (e.g. high school visits, presentations and panels, university/pathways fairs, portfolio reviews etc.) across Ontario, Canada, and internationally, providing prospective students with all necessary information about the University (e.g. admissions information, academic entrance requirements, portfolio building support, scholarship information, campus and Toronto life, etc.)
• Support the Lead, National Student Recruitment in expanding and executing recruitment strategies for the onshore international student population in Canada by leveraging partnership opportunities with local language schools through targeted recruitment outreach (campus tours, webinars, info sessions)
• Support and propose new student recruitment strategies for the University’s recruitment enrolment targets and objectives through data entry, research proposals, report writing, presentation building, content creation and clerical work
• Support the Coordinator, Visitor Experience and Campus Events with the planning and delivery of major University events (Open house, National Portfolio Day and Grad Ex) and portfolio reviews
• Track, monitor and report on the effectiveness of recruitment visits, including recording and compiling reports submitted by staff through the Client Relationship Management (CRM) databasesMaintain and expand the database of departmental contacts, including high schools (teachers and counsellors), post-secondary institutions, recruitment agencies, and community or industry partners
• Ensure recruitment activities are aligned with established structures, policies, . and service standards, while advancing diversity, equity, inclusivity, and accessibility (DEIA) across programs, services, and communications
• Represent OCAD U in various inter-university recruitment committees and networks (e.g. Ontario University General Committee Student Recruitment, Art & Design Universities Canada etc.) and maintain up-to-date knowledge of post-secondary student recruitment trends and practices as required
• Support the Manager, Student Recruitment with other duties or projects that contribute to the successful operation of Admissions & Recruitment

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary degree or equivalent, preferably in fine art & design
• Three (3) years of progressive post-secondary student recruitment, student services or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of Ontario, Canadian and international secondary and post-secondary school systems
• Excellent technical computing skills, including the ability to create documents, forms and templates using Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience using the Slate admissions platform
• Ability to create accessible documents, PDFs and videos using Knowmia
• Ability to host and provide technical support to live online events
• Familiarity with databases, with a demonstrated ability to learn in-house programs and systems; working knowledge Client Relationship Management software (e.g. CRM Recruit), an asset
• A demonstrated strength and comfort with public speaking and an ability to present detailed information clearly and promote the university in a positive manner
• Demonstrated commitment to the principles of equity and diversity, and experience promoting a respectful work and learning environment for students, staff and faculty
• A demonstrated commitment to the needs and interests of a diverse population of potential students
• Proven judgment, diplomacy, tact and strong interpersonal as well as oral and written communication skills
• Excellent research and analytical skills, and demonstrated organization and attention to detail
• Proven ability to work well independently and as a team member, with the capacity to handle diverse tasks in a busy and varied environment with deadlines and changing priorities
• Must be willing and able to travel, as required
• Possession of a valid Ontario G Class driver’s license required
• Flexibility in work hours; must be willing and able to work occasional evenings and weekends, as required

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

**Compensation:**OPSEU Unit I, Appendix A, Grade A4; $57,486.45 to $75,566.13 per annum

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week. Monday to Friday, must be willing and able to work occasional evenings and weekends, as required

Mode of Work: Hybrid: on-campus 3 days per week and remote 2 days per week, subject to change based on operational needs.

This role may occasionally require work outside of regular business hours in order to support operational requirements. Any overtime, scheduling adjustments, or flex time arrangements will be managed in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Collective Agreement and University policies, including any required approvals.

Interested internal permanent OPSEU Local 576 Unit 1 or temporary OPSEU Local 576 Unit 1 employees with one year of continuous service applicants are invited to submit an updated *resume and cover letter (PDF) , no later than Friday May 22nd, 2026.

• Please upload your resume and cover letter as one PDF*. Please name your upload:* FirstName_LastName-Job Code

As an employer committed to employment equity, we encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.

OCAD University is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free experience to applicants with accessibility needs. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage during the recruitment process. Please contact People & Culture for more information or refer to OCAD U’s Policy of Accommodation in Employment for Persons with Disabilities.

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those short-listed will be contacted.