Host Ambassador
Be part of something that matters! Join a team that connects international students with compassionate and caring families in Canada.
Part-time permanent position (up to 20 hours a week) – fully remote in Lambton Kent, ON
Who We Are
The Canada Homestay Network Society is a family-run, non-profit society, that has helped tens of thousands of students find a home away from home in Canada. We connect international students with compassionate and caring families in Canada, creating enriching cultural experiences for both students and host families for the past 25 years.
Be part of something that matters! Join a team that connects international students with compassionate and caring families in Canada, creating enriching cultural experiences for both students and host families.
About the Host Ambassador position
Reporting to Program Lead, the Host Ambassador is primarily responsible for qualifying new and existing host families that meet Canada Homestays standard of care.
*This role requires frequent access to a reliable vehicle with 2-million auto insurance liability coverage, a mobile phone for emergency support, a digital camera, and access to high-speed internet.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct in-person interviews/visits (for new hosts) and revisits (for existing hosts) at their homes to ensure the rooms and family environment meet the required standards
- Conduct pre-screen calls and enter data into our host database
- Conduct host annual reviews
- Enter data and supporting documentation (ie. criminal record checks, host agreements, etc.) following all CHN protocols for due diligence and data integrity
- Field inquires from prospective hosts
The successful candidate will have
- Excellent sales and interpersonal skills with the willingness and ability to promote and sell the CHN Host program
- Positive communication skills including conflict resolution
- Ability to work in a team and maintain and develop relationships with colleagues and their local community
- Working knowledge of database software products as well as online communication tools (preferably Excel, Word, Filemaker Pro, and MS Teams)
- Working knowledge of utilizing an email client or webmail
- Effective business writing skills, strong problem solving and organizational skills, including attention to detail
How to apply
Please click here to view the full job description. If you are interested in communicating with cultures from around the world and helping change international students live while in Canada, please apply with your cover letter and resume.
- Company
- Canada Homestay Network
- Locations
- Ontario
- Remote status
- Fully Remote
- Hourly salary
- CAD17 - CAD18.5
- Employment type
- Part-time
Host Ambassador
Be part of something that matters! Join a team that connects international students with compassionate and caring families in Canada.
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