WUSC Student Coordinator

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DETAILS

Organization Scarborough Campus Students' Union (SCSU)

Hours 10 - 12 hours per week

Duration August 2025 to April 30, 2026

Renumeration $20.00/hour

Positions Available One (1)

Restrictions Please note that this is not a University of Toronto Staff position.

The Scarborough Campus Students’ Union (SCSU) is the not-for-profit organization that represents all Full-Time and Part-Time Undergraduate Students at the University of Toronto at Scarborough (UTSC) and provides to its members a broad range of advocacy work, services, and events. The Student Centre is operated by SCSU and serves as the central hub of student life and services in the UTSC community. We are in search of dedicated efficient employees to work at the SCSU Food Centre, one of SCSU’s equity service centres. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

The SCSU is your elected student body, representing all 14,000 students at the University of Toronto Scarborough. In alignment with SCSU’s commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, this position of WUSC Student Coordinator was created in response to the growing need in our community to develop programming and advocacy for our WUSC student communities. 

The WUSC coordinator will be working with the Vice President External to raise awareness about the World University Services of Canada – wusc.ca. WUSC is a Canadian non-profit organisation dedicated to improving education, employment, and empowerment opportunities for underprivileged youth, women, and refugees around the world. The coordinator will also be responsible for providing support to the WUSC Student(s). 

  • Must complete a minimum of six (6) office hours a week. 

  • Attend mandatory weekly meetings with the Vice President External under the supervision of the Vice President External, Vice President Operations and Executive Director. 

  • Chair of the SCSU WUSC Local Committee. 

  • Assist the Vice President External with all administrative matters related to the WUSC Program at UTSC 

  • Perform all preparatory actions needed for the new refugee student 

  • Provide one on one support to new and current refugee students on a frequent basis 

  • Supervise and work along with WUSC volunteers, directors, and members of the WUSC Local Committee to increase the profile of the WUSC program. 

  • Represent the WUSC Local Committee at external events, meetings, and conferences related to WUSC 

  • Is responsible for reporting all accomplishments and hours of work to the VP External, the Executive Director and the Vice President Operations on a bi-weekly basis, with all projects and work assigned. 

  • Other duties as assigned by Vice President External 

  • Complete at least 3 hours of assigned outreach per week.

REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

  • Highly organised

  • Self-motivated and dedicated 

  • Effective communicator 

  • Punctual 

  • Adhere to confidentiality 

  • Ability to work with and lead a team 

  • Extremely personable 

  • Being an international student is an asset 

  • Budgeting skills are an asset 

  • Understand the impact of food insecurity 

  • Familiar with international issues is an asset 

  • Organisation and attention to detailed information are necessary skills 

  • Has the confidence to approach and proactively support WUSC student 

DESIRED ATTITUDES

  • Commitment to working for and with low-income people, diverse cultural groups and to the principles of anti-oppression, diversity and social justice work;

  • Understand the dynamics of working in a team environment and with volunteers to build a strong cohesive team;

  • Commitment to providing a high standard of client service and an atmosphere of respect and dignity in all aspects of the work;

  • Strong ability to problem-solve; prioritize and manage conflicting needs and deadlines;

  • Ability to respond quickly and effectively to challenging situations;

  • Organized and detail-oriented, able to multitask and prioritize in order to meet targets and timelines;

  • Creative in visioning and systematic in the execution of programs, with a commitment to follow-through.

WHAT YOU SHOULD EXPECT

  • Clear and defined goals and objectives.

  • A fast-paced and rapidly growing organization.

  • A professionally managed results-oriented team atmosphere.

  • A flexible work environment that is sensitive to the needs of students.

Please Note: The Scarborough Campus Students’ Union (SCSU) is an independently incorporated organization working within the University of Toronto community. This position is NOT a University of Toronto staff position.

Member of the Canadian Federation of Students, Local 99

How to apply for this position: Interested candidates should submit their résumé and cover letter to applications@scsu.ca by 11:59 pm on August 20, 2025 with the subject line: SCSU WUSC Student Coordinator 2025.

All applications should be received via e-mail, incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

For any questions or further details regarding this position, please contact Vice-President External Fawzia Elhag at external@scsu.ca. Please put Application:  “WUSC Student Coordinator” in the subject line.

We thank everyone who applies for their interest, but only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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