Student Undergraduate Event Assistant

About the position

Under the direction of the Student Success Office, the Student Undergraduate Event Ambassador will work alongside the Student Engagement team to plan, advertise, and facilitate events for Undergraduate students at UNF. The Undergraduate Event Ambassador will also play a support role in New Student Orientation (NSO), assisting in advertising undergraduate activities and opportunities to their peers. The Undergraduate Event Ambassador position is an opportunity for students who are looking to engage meaningfully in the development of the undergraduate student experience and represent the university as a positive, inclusive, and dynamic learning environment.

Responsibilities

  • Take lead in the activity development, scheduling and logistics of undergraduate events offered on and off campus.
  • Develop promotional content and assist with marketing initiatives through digital platforms, social media, and campus outreach.
  • Collaborate with the Student Success Office team and leadership to ensure that events are welcoming, inclusive, and well-organized.
  • Act as a key point of contact for undergraduate students in relaying feedback for future implementation.
  • Serve as a peer ambassador by promoting Student Success Office initiatives and encouraging participation across the undergraduate student community.
  • Support large-scale university events such as Orientation, Welcome Week, and cultural celebrations.
  • Represent the Student Success Office in a professional, approachable, and student-focused manner.
  • Work collaboratively with other student staff, campus departments, Registered Student Associations, and external partners when appropriate.
  • Assist with other Student Success Office initiatives and projects that enhance the undergraduate student experience.
  • Evening and weekend work will be required.

Requirements

  • Must be in good academic standing.
  • Willing to work on multiple projects with competing deadlines.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills and solve complex problems.
  • Demonstrated ability for collaboration and teamwork.
  • Actively participates in fostering a welcoming environment at UNF.
  • Enrolled as an undergraduate student within the University of Niagara Falls Canada during the entire duration of the position.
  • Preferred that at start date, student has completed one term.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in a customer service role is considered an asset.
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