Position Information

Position Title

Facilitator, Fujian Agricultural and Forestry University International College

Department/Unit

Agriculture - Dean's Office

Location

Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number

S194-25

Employee Group

DPMG

Position Type

Regular, On-Going

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

Employment Type

Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE)

1.0 FTE

Salary

$59,555 - $79,673 per annum

Classification

ADM-05

Provisional Statement

This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role.

About Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary

The Faculty of Agriculture, Dalhousie University is a small research-intensive campus located in Truro, NS. Offering technical, undergraduate and graduate programs in agriculture, environment and related life and social science disciplines, the Faculty of Agriculture (FoA) educates future leaders and generates knowledge and innovative solutions for healthy, sustainable societies. Reporting to the Associate Dean, Fujian Agricultural and Forestry University (FAFU) International College (IC), the Facilitator will handle the day-to-day management of the college including finances, personnel, physical resources, and contract fulfillment in association and collaboration with FAFU counterparts.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and coordinate budgetary documentation to meet Dalhousie and government requirements. Facilitate proper accounting for international financial transactions. Coordinate and facilitate financial reporting, statements, and other data as required for FoA financial statements.

• Support the Dean’s office regarding strategic planning, project management, risk management, compliance assurance, finance/budget, human resources, information technology, etc. Regularly report to Dean’s office and other relevant Dalhousie stakeholders.

• Coordinate with FAFU offices in China to ensure the requirements of Dalhousie, FAFU and the Chinese government are met. Ensure compliance with the cooperation agreement, Charter, and relevant policies, plans, and university regulations. Address non-compliance with relevant parties, escalating as required.

• Prepare risk register on activities and travel. Make recommendations for mitigating risk for faculty mobility. Monitor, update and regularly report on the FAFU risk register. Ensure appropriate controls are implemented to support short- and long-term plans.

• Prepare faculty and staff to visit and work in China and, when in China, serve as resource during their integration into China and, as required, for the entirety of their stay. Ensure travellers are fully supported in all aspects of working at the IC.

• Work with the FAFU administration and the FoA to ensure all teaching requirements laid out in the college agreement, Charter, and other applicable documents, and required by the Chinese government, are met or exceeded.

Note

When working within Nova Scotia at Dalhousie’s Agricultural campus, the successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work from within Nova Scotia) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.

The successful applicant must also be willing and able to travel to, live, and work in-person on campus in China for extended periods of up to four to six weeks at a time for a total of six months per year.

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Business Administration plus approximately three to five years relevant experience (or equivalent combination of training and experience).

• Experience working in an international environment/office, including collaboration with organizations/offices located in China.

• Experience with stakeholder management and project management.

• Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, diplomacy, and communication (verbal, written and presentation) skills.

• Excellent problem solving, analytical, multi-tasking and organizational skills.

• Proven ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, with minimal supervision.

• This position requires regular international travel. so a valid passport is required.

Assets

• Experience working in a post-secondary education setting.

• Chinese language skills (verbal and written).

• International accounting experience, related to international employment.

Job Competencies

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core and leadership competencies, in particular:

• Integrity

• Respect & Inclusion

• Adaptability

• Knowledge & Thinking Skills

• Communication

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.

Application Consideration

Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration.

We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

One (1)

Open Date

10/20/2025

Close Date

11/03/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/19679