Student Recruitment and Engagement Officer

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Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Director of Max Bell, develop and implement a data-driven recruitment strategy to increase the number and quality of applications to the MPP program. Conduct market research to inform the development of programs and initiatives, including executive education programs. Develop ways to expand the School’s network of prospective employers for MPP graduates, and identify and develop opportunities to increase engagement with existing programs and initiatives – the MPP policy lab. Manage the logistics for the annual conferences/ lectures, publications, and visiting academic positions.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Propose and implement a recruitment action plan for the School’s Master of Public Policy program.
• Develop recruitment opportunities and represent the School at career fairs and recruitment events across Canada, in person and/or virtually.
• Research admissions data to provide recommendations to enhance recruitment. Keep abreast of emerging trends in international graduate programs and Master of Public Policy recruitment.
• Evaluate recruitment objectives and goals.
• Engage in outreach and business development activities targeting prospective employers across policy sectors.
• Conduct market research to inform the development of executive education programs and other programming.
• Recommend and pursue strategic partnerships to enrich the School’s existing programs.
• Identify and develop opportunities to leverage existing relationships (foundations, donors, policy lab sponsors, visiting academics, university advancement).
• Conduct research as needed to inform decision-making and establish best-practices

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities

• Graduate degree or equivalent
• Familiarity with the Canadian and International policy communities and organizations
• A minimum of three years’ experience in networking, communications and business development
• Superb research and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects with demonstrated strong planning, organization, data-driven, priority-setting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal, relation-building, and communication skills
• Valid Quebec driver’s license and Canadian Passport
• Ability to travel for off-campus conferences, events and recruitment venues

As one of Montreal’s Top Employers, here is what we offer:

• Competitive benefits package (Health, Dental, Life Insurance) (if eligible)
• Defined contribution pension plan (with employer contribution up to 10%) (if eligible)
• Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA)
• Competitive vacation policy
• Two (2) personal days
• Two (2) floating holidays
• Nine (9) “Summer Fridays” – paid days off between the St-Jean Baptiste holiday and Labour Day
• Paid time off over the December holiday period
• Tuition waver for regular employees and their dependents
• Up to two (2) days of remote work per week where the position permits

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level 4 (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.

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Minimum Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree 3 Years Related Experience /

Annual Salary:

(MPEX Grade 04) $63,810.00 – $79,760.00 – $95,710.00

Job Profile:

MPEX-COM2A – Internal External Relations – Professional 2

Hours per Week:

33.75 (Full time)

Supervisor:

Professor

Position End Date (If applicable):

2026-04-10

Deadline to Apply:

2025-04-24

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.

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