Admissions Coordinator, International

University Support Services, LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global education support organization is seeking an Admissions Coordinator to facilitate the admissions process for prospective students. This full-time role involves managing applications, ensuring data accuracy, and collaborating with a team to provide an exceptional experience for applicants. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree and a commitment to outstanding customer service in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Professional development opportunities

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in higher education admissions or customer service preferred.
• Ability to engage with diverse applicants and families.
• Comfortable with virtual and phone communications.

Responsibilities

• Process applications and manage supporting documents.
• Ensure data entry accuracy and compliance.
• Assist with admissions projects and reporting.

Skills

Customer service mindset

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

CRM proficiency (Salesforce)

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Salesforce

Zoom

Job description

Admissions Coordinator, International

The Admissions Coordinator serves as a front-line representative of Medforth Global Education (MGE), serving one of their universities, by ensuring operational accuracy, efficiency, and consistency across the admissions lifecycle. This role is a key part of a Pod, a small, cross‑functional team of an Admissions Officer, Admissions Coordinator, Recruiter, and Financial Aid/Institutional Student Financial Assistance Specialist, focused on efficiently moving students through the admissions funnel.

The Admissions Coordinator is responsible for ongoing funnel progression through timely application processing and file completion and ensuring accurate documentation, proactive follow‑up with students, and seamless collaboration with team members to keep applicants moving forward toward enrollment.

This position also requires responsiveness and adaptability across regions. Depending on region (US, Canada, or International), additional duties may be assigned or specialized to meet the unique needs of applicants in that market.

This position reports to the Senior Admissions Coordinator, International.

Essential Functions

• Facilitate the daily processing of applications, manage supporting documents, and serve as the primary point of contact for file completion.
• Ensure data entry accuracy of applicant files.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of data entry across all applicant files while adhering to admission timelines.
• Demonstrate knowledge of application processing compliance requirements and actively support adherence to institutional and regulatory standards.
• Identify process inefficiencies and escalate to appropriate supervisor.
• Document funnel progression for applications.
• Serve as an integral member of the Pod team, comprised of an Admissions Officer, Admissions Coordinator, Recruiter, and Financial Aid/Institutional Student Financial Assistance Specialist, to deliver coordinated, holistic support throughout the admissions process.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date applicant records in Salesforce to track applicant progress, ensuring records are accurate, timely, and comprehensive.
• Support members of the Pod team in guiding deposited students through key enrollment steps, such as completing financial aid, housing, travel, registration, and attending orientation.
• Prepare and send acceptance and scholarship letters while maintaining accurate tracking and documentation in admissions systems.
• Identify and monitor applicants who may be at risk of disengagement, escalating issues to Admissions Officers or Leadership for timely intervention.
• Open, review, and prioritize incoming inquiries (mail, email, etc.), ensuring prompt and appropriate follow‑up.
• Assist with admissions projects, reporting, data management, and applicant communications as needed.
• Perform other region‑specific duties as assigned.

Conversion & Accountability

• Directly responsible for achieving individual goals, while also contributing to overall team goals through timely and accurate communication with applicants.
• Own the document submission process for assigned applicants, ensuring all required materials are collected from application through enrollment; monitor progress, resolve issues, and elevate concerns to admissions leadership as needed.

Other Duties

• Provide coverage for admissions functions as needed to ensure uninterrupted service to applicants.
• Perform other duties and special projects assigned by leadership.

This description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. This position may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the department/institution.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Deep commitment to providing an exceptional applicant and student experience, with a customer‑service mindset.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative pod structure while independently managing responsibilities.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; able to engage with diverse applicants and families with professionalism and empathy.
• Comfort and proficiency with email‑based communication and engagement. Proficiency with Salesforce or other CRM systems for tracking communications and applicant progress.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Professional demeanor with the ability to represent SGU to applicants, families, and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience in higher education admissions, student services, or a related customer service role strongly preferred.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Work performed in a positive, creative, and collaborative office environment.
• Requires frequent use of computers, phones, Zoom, and other online communication platforms.
• Must be comfortable engaging applicants and families virtually and by phone as a key part of the applicant journey.

Hours & Travel

• Standard work week: Full‑Time. Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (Dependent on time zone for hours).
• Flexibility required during peak admissions periods, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to adjust schedule to accommodate applicants across multiple time zones.

Key Outcomes

• Applicant Experience Excellence: Applicants consistently report feeling valued, informed, and supported throughout the admissions process.
• White Glove Service: Zoom/phone interactions and proactive outreach create a concierge‑style experience that builds trust and commitment to SGU.
• Operational Accuracy: Applications are processed and tracked with precision, supporting timely decision‑making and committee readiness.
• Pod Collaboration: Coordinated teamwork ensures a seamless, student‑centered journey from inquiry to enrollment.
• Responsiveness: Applicant inquiries are answered within 24–48 hours, with documented follow‑up and escalation as appropriate.
• Regional Responsiveness: Duties are adapted to meet the specific needs of applicants in the US, Canada, or International regions.

We Are

Student Centric: We approach every task with a focus on supporting our students to achieve their lifelong learning goals in a safe, vibrant and welcoming environment.

A Global Community: We are one team with an international outlook welcoming the strength in our diversity and the value each of us brings to what we do.

Accountable: We take responsibility for our actions by being responsive, resourceful and respectful in delivering on our commitments with integrity and the highest ethical standards.

Collaborative: We support and empower one another through open communications, cooperation, sharing knowledge and taking time to always listen and show we care.

Committed to Excellence: We take pride in our ongoing pursuit for continuous improvement through creativity, rigor and best practices to produce meaningful outcomes.

About University Support Services, LLC

University Support Services LLC (USS) is an affiliate of St. George's University (SGU), a leading provider of international medical education. SGU students and faculty come from 151 countries to the island of Grenada, located in the West Indies. Our purpose is to support SGU to deliver best in class education for all SGU students. We put a special focus on the growing global need for diverse high‑quality medical and healthcare professionals. USS is pivotal in positioning SGU as a premiere medical degree institute through its student‑facing as well as functional support teams.

USS is an equal opportunity employer. As such, it is company policy to fill positions with qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex (including sexual orientation and gender presentation), age, religion, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, pregnancy, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, disability, status in the Uniformed Services of the United States (including veteran status) or status as a victim of domestic violence, except where there is a bona fide occupational qualification. This policy protects applicants and employees from discrimination in the hiring process.