CAC- International Affairs Manager at Alma Mater Society of Queen's University Inc.

Kingston, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Sep, 26

Salary

17.95

Posted On

22 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication, Organization, Collaboration, Cultural Sensitivity, Creativity, Analytical Thinking, Planning, Prioritization, Execution, Event Hosting, Campaign Management, Supervision

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

The Alma Mater Society (AMS) is the oldest student association in Canada and has been a central student organization at Queen's since its founding in 1858. Today, the AMS acts as a service, advocacy, and governing body on behalf of all students enrolled in AMS-affiliated programs at Queen's University. The AMS is a not-for-profit entity created by the Society to ensure its continuing financial viability by overseeing the management of its services and associated financial affairs. It is bound by the By-laws and corporate philosophy of our Mission and Operating statements as set out in the AMS Constitution. In addition to providing wage-based service staff positions for students wanting employment, the AMS seeks to support the Society's broader objectives through the provisioning of a high quality, relevant range of student funded services, that provide a wide range of employment opportunities and meaningful out-of-classroom learning and skill acquisition experiences for students. International Affairs Manager Reports To: Campus Affairs Commissioner Job Summary The Campus Affairs Commission (CAC) seeks to implement and support programming and advocacy avenues for undergraduate students in the Queen’s community. The CAC also aims to advocate within undergraduate international affairs sectors to improve programming and supports. The International Affairs Manager, under the Commissioner of Campus Affairs, is responsible for representing international students within the AMS. The International Affairs Manager will lead and support initiatives, campaigns, and projects, and develop advocacy points to the university to enhance support, programming, and spaces for international students. Preference may be given to candidates with lived experience as an international student, or demonstrated experience supporting international students, where permitted by AMS policy and applicable law. Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Job competencies Communication Organization Collaboration Cultural sensitivity Creativity Job duties 6-8 hours/week (August) 10-12 hours/week (September – April) Host events and projects to support community building among international students. Create and support campaigns to advance advocacy efforts to the university regarding tuition, education, community building, and more for international students. Oversee and run the AMS International Affairs Centre. Supervise the International Affairs Deputy and International Student Volunteers. Attend all training sessions to become familiar with the commission and its operations. Complete all assigned tasks efficiently and attentively. Maintain timely communication with the CAC. Respect and adhere to all company policies, procedures, and ethical standards. Attend and fully participate in all in-person and virtual meetings. Strive to foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful atmosphere for international students. Always serve as a representative of the AMS and its mission statement. Complete other duties as assigned by the CAC. Job requirements: Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills Maintain regular office hours. Working conditions: Interaction and collaboration with coworkers, management, and the Queen’s community The AMS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, colour, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.

Responsibilities

The International Affairs Manager represents international students within the AMS by leading initiatives, campaigns, and projects to enhance university support. They are also responsible for overseeing the International Affairs Centre and supervising deputy staff and volunteers.