University of Toronto

Program Advisor

University of Toronto$76K — $97K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required.
  • Minimum three years' experience in international education at a post-secondary institution.
  • Proven track record advising undergraduate students on international programs.
  • Familiarity with ROSI system and databases for report generation.
  • Experience in planning large group information sessions and program promotions.
  • Ability to handle diverse student backgrounds with excellent communication skills.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and BI tools like Power BI.

Responsibilities

  • Check completeness of application materials for the Summer Abroad program.
  • Review and assess admissions applications and manage enrollment data.
  • Assist in preparation and submission of award applications for students.
  • Promote programs at recruitment events and information sessions.
  • Generate regular statistical reports and summaries for management review.
  • Verify course prerequisites and monitor student registration status.
  • Direct activities of casual staff involved in the program.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for an Alternative Work Arrangement with flexible scheduling.
  • Access to professional development resources through the University.
  • Engagement with a diverse student body from various backgrounds.
  • Participation in a well-established Summer Abroad program since 1972.
  • Supportive work environment within the Faculty of Arts & Science.
Full Job Description
Date Posted: 08/24/2026
Req ID: 49958
Faculty/Division: Woodsworth College
Department: Woodsworth College
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number:
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description:

Your opportunity:

Established in 1972, Woodsworth College's Summer Abroad program has enabled students to earn U of T undergraduate degree credit while studying in international locations across 19 countries. It currently represents the largest outbound study abroad programming serving Arts & Science students and faculty.

Working under general direction of the Director of the Professional and International Programs, and Summer Aboard Program Manager, the incumbent supports the administration of the Summer Abroad Program and the Teaching in Higher Education (THE500) course.

The incumbent advises students on program and/or course requirements by probing and providing a range of options and possible consequences; checks completeness of applications; prepares applications for admission review by the program coordinators; prepared award applications for review; promotes Summer Abroad programs at recruitment events; assists in the registration of Summer Abroad students; updates and maintains accurate databases; generates regular statistical reports and summaries from data collected; preparing paperwork for processing payments on HRIS and FIS as well as checking that proper approvals are obtained prior to submitting for processing.

Your responsibilities will include:
  • Checking completeness of applications
  • Reviewing and assessing admissions applications
  • Updating and maintaining application information data
  • Collecting and passing on submissions for award competition
  • Preparing acceptance and/or decline letters to applicants using templates
  • Checking course prerequisites prior to student enrolment
  • Tracking and monitoring student registration and/or enrollment status
  • Maintaining prospective enrollment waiting list
  • Verifying the accuracy of course enrollment information
  • Preparing enrollment statistics reports
  • Preparing draft statistical reports and summaries from data collected
  • Checking that proper approvals are obtained prior to submitting for processing
  • Directing the activities of casual staff

Essential Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
  • Minimum three years of recent and related experience administrating international education experience and/or language programs in a post-secondary educational institution, preferably in a university setting.
  • Experience advising undergraduate students on international programs and courses.
  • Experience working with ROSI, databases reporting and generating regular reports for manager's decision making.
  • Experience reviewing documents/applications and checking for completeness.
  • Experience planning information and orientation sessions for large groups.
  • Experience with program promotions
  • Experience in working with undergraduate students with diverse backgrounds
  • Experience working with high volumes and tight deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Superior oral and written communication skills
  • Exceptional customer and student service skills
  • Ability and skills working with undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds
  • Superior organization skills and time management skills, with competing deadlines
  • Working knowledge of BI tools, such as Power BI
  • Demonstrated advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Accurate keyboarding skills
  • Demonstrated advanced skills and proficiency with ROSI.
  • Knowledge and/or experience with the Summer Abroad Programs, and Faculty of Arts & Science course offerings is a strong asset.


To be successful in this role you will be:
  • Accountable
  • Communicator
  • Cooperative
  • Multi-tasker
  • Organized
  • Resourceful
  • Team player


Internal applicants may request a copy of the job description by emailing [email protected]

This role may be eligible for an Alternative Work Arrangement in accordance with the University of Toronto's Alternative Work Arrangements Guideline.

Closing Date: 09/02/2026, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 11 -- $76,577. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $97,928. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Student Services
Recruiter: Faculty of Arts & Science, Administrative HR Services

About University of Toronto

The University of Toronto is a public research university located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is the largest university in Canada by enrollment and one of the top-ranked universities in the world. The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs in a wide range of academic disciplines, including arts, sciences, engineering, and business. The University of Toronto is known for its research excellence and has produced many notable alumni, including four Nobel laureates. The university was founded in 1827 and has three campuses in the Toronto area.
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