Work Integrated Learning Advisor

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Work Integrated Learning Advisor

Work-Integrated Learning & Co-operative Education (WIL Co-op)

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

S247-26

DPMG

Term

18 months

Full Time

1.0

$63,337 - $84,730 per annum

ADM-05

This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role.

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

The Work’Integrated Learning & Co’operative Education office at Dalhousie University is responsible for securing and managing high-quality work term opportunities for 2,000+ students annually in 27 Co-op and Work-Integrated Learning ( WIL )programs across five faculties and a college. Reporting to the Student Development Manager, the Work-Integrated Learning ( WIL ) Advisor delivers comprehensive advising, resources, and support to WIL Co-op students.

Through a holistic, accessible, and appreciative advising approach, the Advisor supports students in developing workplace readiness competencies, securing employment, and succeeding in their work-integrated learning experiences.

• Provide guidance, advising, coaching, and support to Co-op and Work-Integrated Learning ( WIL ) students to help them secure employment opportunities, achieve academic requirements, and maximize the value of their work-term experiences.
• Develop, deliver, and evaluate work-integrated Learning curriculum, career education, and professional development programming that prepares students for workplace success.
• Monitor student progress throughout the Work-integrated Learning experience, provide individualized support, and connect students with appropriate campus resources when required.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with students, employers, faculty, and university partners to support program delivery, stakeholder engagement, and successful work-term outcomes.
• Support the development, implementation, communication, and consistent application of WIL Co-op policies, procedures, and program requirements.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Work-Integrated Learning programs and services through stakeholder feedback, program evaluation, and alignment with strategic priorities and emerging industry trends.

The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work from within Nova Scotia) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.

• Undergraduate degree in Business, Human Resources, Marketing, Adult Education or other relevant field, plus approximately three to five years’ relevant experience or more in a comparable client-based setting (or equivalent combination of training and experience).
• A certificate or degree in Adult Education, Counselling, or Career Counselling.
• Experience developing and delivering educational programming, training, workshops, or student/client development initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders, including students, faculty, employers, and community partners.
• Strong communication, facilitation, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and business writing skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and effectively utilize technology and online learning platforms to…