Associate Director, Student Engagement, Intercultural Programs Staff: Full Time- no fixed term Langley Township, BC, CA 6 days ago Requisition ID: 1263 Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $65,000.00 Annually Position Purpose & Summary The Associate Director of Student Engagement, Intercultural Programs works as part of the Student Engagement Department and the Student Life Division to advance TWU’s vision and mission with intercultural programs and international students across multiple campuses. The Associate Director oversees a dedicated team of student leaders committed to engaging in intercultural programming that serves international and domestic students through bridging them into the TWU community. Key Areas of Accountability Intercultural Program Management Assist the Director of Student Engagement team to develop an overall vision and strategic priorities that will enhance intercultural and global engagement at TWU, increase retention among international students, and increase the number of international students involved in student leadership. Provide and implement a theology of the global church, cross-cultural engagement, integral mission and development work. Provide leadership to the Intercultural Programs team (ICP) to provide intercultural and international programs for students with meaningful discipleship and leadership opportunities, connections to relevant services, and hosted gathering spaces and events. Assist in the development of a vibrant hospitable space on campus for intercultural and international programs, developing cross-cultural relationships, impacting them spiritually, and connecting them to relevant services. Oversee the selection, training, and supervision of student leaders for the ICP team. Oversee Culture Clubs promoting programming to serve cultural groups within the TWU student body. Develop and implement a strategy for improving the integration of international undergraduate residence and commuter students across the Langley campus. Promote diversity, multiculturalism, global awareness, and cultural understanding across Student Life, the University, and develop strategic relationships with the Office of Inclusive Excellence and other departments (Enrolment, Registrar, Learning Commons, CCCD, Service Hub, etc.). Work with the broader Student Life division to support intercultural and international student engagement and participation in accordance with the University’s mission, vision, values, and relevant policies. Participate in various university task forces and discussions which serve to improve diverse students’ experience. International Student Orientation Participate as an active member of the Orientation Committee planning team. Oversee international student pre-orientation and execution to better serve international students’ transition to university life. Student Engagement Support Attend Student Engagement team meetings for collaboration, planning and professional development. Assist the Director of Student Engagement in the development of new programming ventures to expand student involvement and student leadership participation. Provide measurable assessment reports as required to the Director of Student Engagement to enable goal planning and objective setting. Assist with key aspects of the Student Leadership Program such as Student Leadership Retreat, EXPO and other relevant initiatives. Key Internal Interactions Student Life, Office of Inclusive Excellence, Learning Commons, Enrolment, Centre for Career and Calling Development, Service Hub Reports To Director of Student Engagement Reports 12 ICP Student Leaders, 9 Culture Club Volunteers Key External Stakeholders Programs and social services provided by the Canadian government, businesses, and churches. Standards & Requirements Education & Certifications Master’s preferred Experience 3-5 years of leadership experience working in a related field. Specific experience working in a cross-cultural environment, academic setting, and engaging with international students and TCKs is an asset. Knowledge Second language fluency Multicultural and diversity fluency Skills & Abilities Excellent global and cross-cultural understanding. Strong individual and group leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to build interdepartmental relationships that bridge connections across different departments. Strategic and creative thinker with the ability to uniquely engage international students. Skilled in tactful communication (written and oral). Ability to organize and direct work according to schedule, time, and budget pressures. Advanced team leadership, discipleship, and coaching skills Demonstrated history of successful change leadership and implementation. The Person Personal Driven and inspired by the idea of positively impacting the various marketplaces of life through the development of godly Christian leaders by serving the Trinity Western University community. A dedicated and mature evangelical Christian with an earnest desire to serve in family, church, work, and community. Affirms and supports TWU’s mission, values, Statement of Faith, and Community Covenant. Strength of character and reputation, integrity, focused. A winsome personality with a positive and friendly attitude. Servant-Leader Way of Life Act in a manner that exemplifies Jesus Christ in all on and off-campus contacts thereby living out the servant leadership mission of the university and contributing effectively towards achieving the institutional and Kingdom goals of the organization. Duties and responsibilities that do not constitute a major change may be added, deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of the supervisor either orally or in writing. Benefits of Working at TWU A comprehensive benefits package which includes extended health, dental, and insurance and an RRSP matching program. Annual statutory holidays (14) with generous vacation accruement. Tuition Benefit for TWU undergraduate and graduate level courses to enhance knowledge and professional competency. Torch tuition scholarship for dependents of eligible employees attending TWU. Free access to TWU’s fitness/gym facilities and the Norma Marion Alloway Library. Subsidized meals at the main cafeteria. Discounts and perks for the on-site Trinity Western Outfitters Campus Store cafeterias and bookstore, as well as shops and restaurants in Fort Langley. Wellness benefits (i.e., counselling, sick days, personal days, and health/wellness spending account). Free recreational equipment rentals (e.g., paddle boards, snowshoes, kayaks, etc.). Free employee parking on campus. Special community events throughout the year. Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP). A positive Christian fellowship environment. Trinity Western University encourages applications from all eligible candidates who are able to commit to the University’s mission, values, and Christian identity as articulated in its Statement of Faith and Community Covenant. We are committed to an ethic of inclusion and to the equal treatment of all persons without discrimination in accordance with human rights law. We particularly invite applications from indigenous people, women, persons with disabilities, and visible minorities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations during the application process should contact Human Resources. Trinity Western University is located on the traditional ancestral territory of the Sto:lo people. #J-18808-Ljbffr