Student Recruitment Officer

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CA $50,086.40/yr - CA $69,833.40/yr

The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community – UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world‑wide research, UM’s impact is global.

Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world‑class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.

Are you passionate about education and making meaningful connections? The University of Manitoba is seeking a dynamic and engaging Student Recruitment Officer to represent the university across Manitoba, Canada, and international markets. In this role, you'll deliver compelling presentations at high schools and online. You'll attend career fairs, and community events, while also leading on‑campus tours and promotional activities. Your mission: inspire future students and guide them from curious applicants to proud Bisons.

This position offers the opportunity to travel extensively, share the university’s story through diverse mediums, and support prospective students throughout their admissions journey. If you're a confident communicator with a flair for outreach and a drive to make a difference, we want you on our team!

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree required, preferably related to communications, marketing, education, or a related field.
• A recent University of Manitoba graduate preferred.
• An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• One year directly related experience required.
• Customer service experience required.
• Experience working with online presentation platforms such as Zoom webinar and Teams required.
• Experience in public relations, marketing preferred.
• Extensive public speaking experience preferred.
• Experience working with students in the post‑secondary or high‑school system preferred.
• Experience as a student or staff member of the University of Manitoba preferred.
• In‑depth knowledge of university admission process and regulations preferred.
• Extensive and detailed knowledge of the provincial (Manitoba) high school system, and knowledge of national and international high school curriculums preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others in cooperative ventures required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate in an articulate, knowledgeable, and diplomatic manner required.
• Intermediate skills in the current versions of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required.
• Ability to relate to high school students in an effective manner is required.
• Must be a dynamic and charismatic public speaker with significant related experience and the ability to present an upbeat, positive and energetic attitude.
• Ability to learn quickly and retain new knowledge, be proactive in learning and to further common goals of the department is required.
• Excellent problem solving, reasoning and decision‑making skills.
• Must be tactful and diplomatic, and able to deal with individuals in stressful or emotional situations.
• Must demonstrate inter‑cultural competence, the ability to function effectively across cultures, to think and act appropriately, and to communicate and work with people from different cultural backgrounds - at home or abroad.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team is essential.
• Must be able to travel domestically and/or internationally…