Lead Recruitment Professional Graduate Programs-AA3 (AESES)

University of Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Manitoba is seeking a Lead Recruitment Professional for Graduate Programs in the I. H. Asper School of Business.

This role oversees end-to-end recruitment—from inquiries to enrollment—for MBA, MFin, MSCM and new programs. The position requires international recruitment experience and strong collaboration with faculty, alumni, and marketing teams. The role involves travel, event management, budget oversight, and development of targeted recruitment strategies to meet enrollment

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in marketing, business, communications or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of university regulations, programs and procedures as they relate to the function/program.
• Experience in graduate program recruitment and enrollment management is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute long-term Student Recruitment Strategies for MBA, MFin, MSCM and new programs.
• Build growth strategies for MSCM and MFin in consultation with senior leadership.
• Plan and prepare long-term recruitment strategies for new professional graduate programs.
• Develop and execute annual recruitment plans to meet enrollment targets.
• Identify and build high-yield recruitment pipelines including international markets.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Relationship-building

Written communication

Verbal communication

Analytical skills

Project management

Travel readiness

Education

Undergraduate degree in marketing, business, communications or related discipline

Tools

Slate CRM

Job description

Interdisciplinary Management

I. H. Asper School of Business

Position number: 32586

Date posted: September 25, 2026

Job details

Lead Recruitment Professional Graduate Programs-AA3 (AESES)

Existing Project Full-Time (Budget Funded)

Full-time

Yes

Permanent

No

Work schedule

35 Hours/week (Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm)

Salary

$31.30 to $44.11 per hour ($56,966.00 to $80,280.20 per annum)

Appointment Dates

October 26, 2026 to April 25, 2028

Trial/Probation period

840 hours worked

For more information please contact: Elaine Chipongian - [e-mail]

Qualifications

MINIMAL FORMAL EDUCATION REQUIRED

• Undergraduate degree in marketing, business, communications, education or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of university regulations, programs and procedures as they relate to the function/program.

EXPERIENCE

• Three years of directly-related administrative experience is required.
• 3–5+ years of experience in student recruitment, admissions, enrollment management, or higher education marketing.
• Proven experience in recruitment in post-secondary setting.
• Experience developing and executing recruitment strategies to meet enrollment targets and grow program pipelines.
• Experience managing full applicant lifecycle, from inquiry to enrollment, with demonstrated success in increasing conversion rates.
• Experience planning and managing recruitment events (info sessions, webinars, fairs, conferences, corporate visits).
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain high-yield recruitment pipelines, including corporate partnerships, feeder schools, international markets, and professional associations.
• Experience working with international recruitment agents/partners and developing new networks.
• Experience using CRM systems (Slate) for lead tracking, communication, and reporting.
• Experience developing marketing and communication materials for recruitment purposes, including website content and social media campaigns.
• Experience collaborating with multiple internal stakeholders (faculty, alumni, marketing, admissions) to execute recruitment initiatives.
• Experience preparing and managing budgets related to recruitment activities is preferred.
• International experience or interest required.
• An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong interpersonal, presentation, and relationship-building skills are required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Analytical skills to track recruitment metrics, evaluate funnel performance, and make data-driven decisions is required.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment is required.
• Flexibility to travel nationally and internationally, including some evening and weekend commitments is required.
• A satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.

OTHER JOB RELATED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of graduate management education and professional program trends is an asset.
• Must be willing and able to travel nationally and internationally on occasion.
• Must be willing and able to work evening and weekends on occasion.

Key responsibilities

Strategic Recruitment Planning

• Develop and execute long-term Student Recruitment Strategies for each professional graduate program (MBA, MFin, MSCM, and new programs planned for the next three years).
• Build and execute a dedicated growth strategy for MSCM and MFin, in consultation with the Director, SCGS Programs; Senior leadership, Communications and Marketing Manager; Alumni Relations; and the University’s Student Recruitment Office.
• Assist with synergistic recruitment initiatives for research programs (PhD and MSc in Management).
• Plan and prepare long-term recruitment strategies for new professional graduate programs, including JD–MBA, and new specialized Master programs.
• Develop and execute annual recruitment plans to meet enrollment targets.
• Identify and build high-yield recruitment pipelines, including corporate partners, undergraduate feeder schools, international markets, and industry/professional associations.
• Manage major recruitment events, including info sessions, webinars, virtual and in-person fairs, conferences, and corporate or organizational visits.

Recruitment Execution & Outreach

• Participate in student recruitment fairs across Canada and internationally (in-person and virtual).
• Deploy and coordinate suitable faculty members to support international recruitment activities.
• Build, maintain, and expand relationships with international agents and recruitment partners to support enrollment growth and new market development.
• Organize, host, and present at information sessions (virtual and in-person) for all graduate programs.
• Collaborate with the university’s central Student Recruitment Office on coordinated outreach efforts.

Prospect Management & Engagement

• Maintain an active management system to track prospects, applicants, admitted students, and declined offers.

Own the full lead lifecycle from inquiry applicant admitted- enrolled.

• Implement personalized follow-up campaigns, including email, phone outreach, and automated workflows.
• Conduct 1:1 consultations with prospective students to provide guidance on program options, admissions requirements, and application processes.
• Ensure timely responses and tailored communications to support lead conversion and enrollment.
• Generate regular reports and insights on funnel health, conversion rates, and recruitment outcomes.

Marketing, Communications & Branding

• Collaborate with the Communications and Marketing Manager to develop and update recruitment materials for the website and other platforms.
• Review and provide input on marketing and communications content related to professional and research program recruitment.
• Manage social media activities and campaigns aimed at prospective graduate students.
• Ensure alignment between marketing activities and program messaging across all recruitment channels.

Collaboration & Relationship Building

• Build strong working relationships with university recruitment teams, faculty, alumni, and internal partners.
• Liaise with Executive Education and other university units to coordinate and support cross-promotional recruitment initiatives.
• Perform other recruitment duties as assigned.

Budget Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage the recruitment budget in consultation with Communications and Marketing and for approval of Director, SCGS and Senior leadership.
• Report on budget usage, allocations, and projections to the Director, SCGS Programs.
• May be required to perform related duties not exceeding skills and capabilities as required.

Additional information

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of "The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act" (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.