International Student Navigator

Do you have a passion for international student success and being part of a team that makes a difference? We welcome you to join our team as the full-time International Student Navigator.

The International Student Navigator serves as the primary advisor and advocate for Red Deer Polytechnic international students and provides specialized advice and support through their lifecycle from newly admitted student to recent graduate. As a Regulated International Student Immigration Advisor (RISIA), the incumbent guides international students on matters related to study and work permit requirements, to ensure students makes appropriate immigration related decisions.
The International Student Navigator reports to the Dean of International Education and works from The Gathering Place but will also work closely with other student-support focused divisions/departments such as the Student Connect Centre, Library and Student Supports, and the Office of the Registrar to promote a seamless student experience.
This role will act as an advisor for international students while navigating supports available to them at RDP and will provide specialized guidance to ensure that international students have the tools to successfully adjust to the Canadian post-secondary environment, integrate into the community, and thrive academically and personally. The International Student Navigator will identify and analyze the needs of international students to design relevant programs, tools, and services that support international student success, retention, and integration.