MBAN Program Support, Sobey School of Business Temporary (2 Years)

Date Posted: January 22 2026

Posting Deadline: February 5 2026

Department: Sobey School of Business

Type of Employment: Temporary Full-Time (2 years)

Annual Salary: $46000-$49000

At Saint Marys University you will be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility diversity and the provision of a positive and supportive learning environment. We recognize the importance of the contribution and growth of each individual in the Universitys success. We are currently looking to fill the position of MBAN Program Support to join our Sobey School of Business team.

What we offer

As a team member at Saint Marys we are proud to offer many benefits. Some of these include:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Defined Contribution Pension plan
• Vacation
• Personal days
• Flexible Workplace
• Professional development
• Holiday closure
• Summer hour schedule
• Employee Transit EPass through Halifax Transit

Job Information and Responsibilities

Under the direction Supervisor of Administrative Support Services the MBAN Program Support position will:

• Provide general support and perform tasks as instructed for the Master of Business Analytics and for the Sobey School of Business.
• Assists the MBAN Program Coordinator with admissions and enrolment by monitoring email and replying to prospective students with information on the program and the admission process; maintains lists of inquiries prospective students and registrants for information sessions; calculates admission and tallies demographics as needed; scholarship reporting and coordinates production of promotional materials and information packages.
• Provide information management support by ensuring mailing lists of students and alumni and information session lists are current; maintaining databases; and monitors MBAN web pages and communicating needed updates to Program Coordinator.
• Guide and support students on matters related to University policy Academic Regulations registrations student onboarding internship support graduation processes and procedures Perform other related duties as assigned related to expense claims leaves etc.; and refers students to campus services (PGWP Mental Health Support Student Success etc.) or FGSR as required.
• Provide administrative support to the MBAN Program Council including scheduling meetings minute-taking and action-item tracking for follow-up document management etc.
• Maintain office supply inventory and ensure timely payment of invoices.
• Provide support to complete academic processes with the Registrars office and payroll forms for the Academic Program Coordinator.
• Provide support to the MBAN Program Coordinator with the management of student files from accepted to registered.
• Provide support to the Associate Dean including calendar and scheduling support expense claims travel support and communications.
• Set up and maintain electronic and paper documents including spreadsheets; distributes as appropriate for various initiatives.
• Prepare cheque requisitions purchase requisitions payment requests budget transfer requests and other financial documents as required and in a timely manner; ensure proper approvals are received and follows appropriate procedures for the value of goods.
• Assist the Graduate Program Administrator in organizing and coordinating the High-school Co-Op event.
• Collect employment outcome data (salary ranges employment rate employer list)
• Assist with the organization of program-related events such as DataJam Workshop Series & Hackathon
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Expereince and Education Requirements

To be the successful in the MBAN Program Support position you will have:

• High school graduation plus completion of a one-year commercial course
• Minimum one year directly-related work experience
• Experience in an academic setting considered an asset
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with databases and payment processing
• Professional judgement and discretion
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Effective customer service and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Must be able to work independently to manage workload which includes accurately completing multi-step processes while responding to other requests/activities as they arise

Application Details

Apply for this opportunity online using our online application system through Career Beacon. Click on Apply Now and complete all required information fields. Qualified candidates should submit the following with their application:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three Professional References

Late applications may not receive consideration. We appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.

At Saint Marys University equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect we encourage all qualified candidates to apply; however preference will be given to applicants who self-identify as Black/African Nova Scotians Indigenous peoples racialized persons/visible minorities persons with disabilities and women. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process please contact Talent Acquisition at emailprotected.