Dietetics Program Assistant

About the role

The Dietetics Program Assistant provides administrative coordination and program support for the UBC Dietetics Program within the Food, Nutrition and Health Program. The role involves handling student services, admissions, graduation, practice education support, communications, financial administration, events, records, scheduling, and routine laboratory operations.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for internal and external inquiries related to the Dietetics Program.
• Maintain program communication systems, including email distribution lists and website content, and implement approved website updates.
• Support student admissions and graduation processes, including records management and documentation.
• Coordinate placement information, preceptor contacts, and affiliation agreements for non‑health authority placements.
• Process student, hourly, and clinical instructor appointments, visitor honoraria, and related financial transactions.
• Plan logistics for program events, including invitations, room bookings, catering, and invigilation.

Required profile

• High school graduation plus one year of post‑secondary education and three years of related experience, or an equivalent combination.
• Willingness to respect diverse perspectives and a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision while meeting multiple deadlines.

Required skills

• Intermediate computer proficiency, including Microsoft 365.
• Experience using Canvas or similar learning‑management systems.