Director of Graduate Admissions & Strategic Recruitment

American University of Sharjah; Sharjah; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Sharjah is seeking a Graduate Recruitment and Admissions Director responsible for attracting and admitting graduate students locally and internationally. This pivotal role involves developing strategic recruitment plans, managing admissions operations, overseeing enrollment activities, and representing the institution at events. The ideal candidate will have a master's degree, extensive experience in admissions, and exceptional skills in communication and planning. The position offers an opportunity to impact students' educational journeys significantly.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required, PhD preferred.
• More than 7 years experience in recruitment or admissions.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and admissions software.

Responsibilities

• Develop annual recruitment strategy for graduate programs.
• Expand recruitment markets through analysis.
• Manage AUS profile on recruitment websites.
• Achieve annual enrollment targets.
• Counsel graduate applicants during admissions process.

Skills

Strategic planning and market development

Data-driven decision-making

Good communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Event management

Customer service orientation

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

CRM systems

Admissions software

Microsoft Office or Google Workspace

Job description

A leading educational institution in Sharjah is seeking a Graduate Recruitment and Admissions Director responsible for attracting and admitting graduate students locally and internationally. This pivotal role involves developing strategic recruitment plans, managing admissions operations, overseeing enrollment activities, and representing the institution at events. The ideal candidate will have a master's degree, extensive experience in admissions, and exceptional skills in communication and planning. The position offers an opportunity to impact students' educational journeys significantly.