International Partnerships Coordinator

Brock University • St. Catharines, ON

9d • CA$67,721 - CA$108,353 • Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Associate Director, Global Engagement, the International Partnerships Coordinator advances Brock University's internationalization priorities by developing, managing, and strengthening global academic partnerships and international engagement initiatives. The incumbent serves as a key liaison between Brock International, academic and administrative units, and external partners, supporting the development and implementation of international agreements, student and faculty mobility opportunities, international projects, and delegation visits. The incumbent provides guidance on academic partnership-related activities, ensures alignment with institutional priorities, governance and risk management requirements, and oversees the tracking, evaluation, and reporting of partnership activities and outcomes to support Brock's global engagement and enrollment objectives.

Requirements

• Undergraduate Degree in a relevant discipline or the equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Experience in academic advising, program development and/or partnership development/maintenance in a post-secondary environment;
• Relevant experience advising Academic Chairs, international partners and other university units about the opportunities related to international partnership models and opportunities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of diverse international educational systems and understanding of diverse partnership models;
• Understanding of current trends that support international transfer to post-secondary education;
• Knowledge of University, faculty, department, and registrar policies/procedures, Faculty Handbook and the Academic Calendar;
• Demonstrated knowledge of University governance, academic regulations and academic structure;
• Advance knowledge of articulation agreements, pathway opportunities, and transfer policy processes;
• Promotes and embodies inclusivity and respect within the workplace and the broader community;
• Excellent interpersonal, cross-cultural, customer service, relationship-building, and communication skills;
• Proven ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential material and remain focused in a high volume, high stress environment;
• Ability to manage relationships, communicate tactfully and diplomatically and resolve conflicts;
• Proven ability to organize and handle a variety of projects, deadlines, and schedules simultaneously and independently;
• Proven ability to research topics, identify trends and best practices, and write reports while attending accurately to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and strengthen international relationships and strategic networks that support Brock University's academic, internationalization, and enrollment priorities;
• Identify, assess, and pursue opportunities for new international academic partnerships, pathways, articulation agreements, dual degree programs, and other collaborative initiatives;
• Support academic and administrative units in the development, review, negotiation, implementation, and renewal of international agreements, including memoranda of understanding (MOUs), articulation agreements, dual-degree agreements, and other partnership arrangements;
• Advise faculty and staff on institutional policies, approval processes, compliance requirements, governance considerations, and best practices related to international academic partnerships and engagement activities;
• Work with academic leaders and advisors to assess transfer pathways, transfer credit equivalencies, and opportunities to maximize alignment between Brock programs and prospective international academic partners;
• Serve as the primary contact for international academic partnership inquiries and maintain effective ongoing relationships with partner institutions and organizations;
• Ensure existing and prospective academic partnerships align with Brock University's strategic priorities and international engagement objectives;
• Identify potential academic partnership barriers, risks, and operational challenges and recommend appropriate solutions;
• Promote and share international funding, project, collaboration, and engagement opportunities with faculty and campus partners;
• Coordinate and maintain processes related to international academic partnership requests, agreement approvals, renewals, pathway development, and partnership implementation;
• Maintain accurate records, databases, tracking systems, and documentation related to international agreements, partnership activities, transfer pathways, delegation visits, and engagement initiatives;
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on the effectiveness, sustainability, and strategic alignment of international academic partnerships and related initiatives;
• Conduct research on international higher education trends, transfer policies, academic partnership models, competitor institutions, and emerging opportunities.

Benefits

• Health & Dental Benefits: Comprehensive extended health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Pension Plan: Enrollment eligibility in the Brock University Pension Plan.
• Vacation: Up to 3 weeks per year, in addition to university holidays.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid work schedule available.
• Professional Development: Eligibility for the Brock Tuition Waiver Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level