INTERNATIONAL STUDENT RECRUITMENT OFFICER (BAND LEVEL 9)

September 26, 2025

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT RECRUITMENT OFFICER (BAND LEVEL 9)

Office of Student Recruitment

Grenfell Campus

(Contractual Position to August 28, 2026)

The University will consider applications from qualified permanent staff who may be interested in a secondment, subject to departmental approval

DUTIES

The International Student Recruitment Officer will be responsible for carrying out the institution's international recruitment activities aimed at attracting undergraduate students to Memorial University of Newfoundland, with a focus on Grenfell Campus, located in Corner Brook, NL. Duties include preparing and presenting information sessions about the University to international audiences at high schools, career days, education fairs, and post-secondary institutions, and online; identifying and liaising with educational agents; conducting research on target countries and audiences; compiling market research; assisting in the development of promotional materials; identifying strategies for international recruitment initiatives and assisting in their implementation; answering prospective student inquiries; and performing other related duties as required. This position requires extensive international travel and occasional heavy lifting.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience (3-5 years) in a student recruitment environment with an emphasis on international marketing or communications; graduation with a degree from a four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration, international studies, or a related field is required; or an equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered. Experience in cross-cultural issues and knowledge of Memorial's post-secondary education and programs are essential. The ideal candidate will have exceptional organizational, planning, and leadership skills along with outstanding interpersonal and public speaking skills. The successful applicant must hold a valid Class 5 driver's license and be eligible to hold a valid passport and legally cross international borders. Proficiency in one or more foreign languages and knowledge of Canada's international student entry policies are considered assets.

SALARY $67,414 - $91,929 per annum (Management and Professional)

CLOSING DATE October 14, 2025 by 5 : 00 pm NST

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, p reference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada.  Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women; 2SLGBTQIA+ people; persons whose gender identity or gender expression is nonbinary or otherwise not cisgender; Indigenous peoples; racialized people; black persons; and persons with disabilities. Memorial is committed to providing an inclusive learning and work environment.

If there is anything we can do to ensure your full participation during the application process, please contact equity@mun.ca directly and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements.

The personal information requested in your application is collected under the authority of the Memorial University Act (RSNL 1990 c M-7) for the purpose of identifying and recruiting candidates; assessing applicant qualifications; and maintaining records pertaining to the administration of employment with Memorial University of Newfoundland.

If you are a successful candidate, this information will form part of your permanent employment record and will be used for other activities related to the employment process. This information may be disclosed to government departments and agencies as legally required; and to third party service providers, as necessary to administer programs and activities.