International Student Support and Accommodation Coordinator
You will ideally have had experience in the international student sector and be used to dealing with young people
Summary about this job
Student Services
Company: Scots College
Location: Wellington
Work type: Full Time
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Phone: +64-9-989-1580
Fax: +64-3-315-2317
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Detail information about job International Student Support and Accommodation Coordinator. Terms and conditions vacancy
An exciting opportunity has come up to join the International Services team at Scots College. This role would suit an experienced practitioner who is passionate about supporting the continued growth of this important area of College activity. This is a full-time (approximately 44 weeks per annum), permanent position, commencing in August/September of this year.
Reporting to the Director of International Services, this role will primarily be focused on supporting international students as they adapt to life at the College, coordinating accommodation requirements and special events for these students while they are in New Zealand, and assisting the Director of International Services.
We currently have more than 50 international students from at least 13 different countries and have plans for future growth. Through our global partner school programme we have reciprocal exchanges with schools in Germany, India, Japan, France, Chile, Australia, USA and China. As an IB world school this international perspective is an important part of our College’s culture.
Scots College is a world-class independent school with a strong Presbyterian heritage. From 2020 Scots will be enrolling girls in its senior school, Years 11-13. It is based in the Eastern suburbs of Wellington, New Zealand, and offers a vibrant learning environment, encouraging excellence in every facet of education. Scots College is proud of its dedicated staff who work hard to support and encourage the students. The school environment is strong and the staff work closely with parents to obtain the best outcomes for their children.
To apply for this position, you will ideally have had experience in the international student sector and be used to dealing with young people and helping to organise important aspects of their lives in New Zealand. You will be used to working in a dynamic environment and have the ability to adapt to whatever is necessary to get the job done while keeping the welfare of the student at the forefront.
Key attributes of the successful candidate include:
- A belief in internationalism, along with superior cross-cultural communication skills
- Experience in international education and sound knowledge of the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students
- Empathy for international students who may be experiencing life away from home for the first time
- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- A belief in excellence
- A commitment to our special character and co-curricular programs
- Ideally be the holder of a full driver’s licence
Applications close on Tuesday, 31 July and are to comprise a covering letter and current CV (including the names of at least three referees). Applications are to be submitted electronically to: [email protected]
Claire Hinton
HR Manager
PO Box 15 064, Miramar
Wellington 6243
Tel: 04 388 0854