Applicant Experience & Outreach Officer

BIMM British and Irish Modern Music Institute; Dublin; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days holiday per year

Cycle to work

Job summary

BIMM University is seeking an Applicant Experience & Outreach Officer to drive outreach across regions, representing BIMM University in schools, colleges and community settings. You will deliver workshops, information sessions and campus tours to help prospective students explore study options and life at BIMM University.

You will support open days, interviews and experiences, guiding applicants through information, guidance and support to make informed next steps. Occasional travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience planning, coordinating or delivering events.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident presenting to groups and delivering sessions.
• Proactive, organised and able to balance priorities.
• Genuine interest in supporting students and helping their decisions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outreach workshops, presentations and information sessions in schools and community settings.
• Represent BIMM University at careers fairs, exhibitions and recruitment events.
• Plan and deliver applicant experience events including open days and interviews.
• Lead campus tours for prospective students, parents and visitors.
• Share accurate information and guidance with stakeholders and applicants.
• Collaborate with ambassadors and teams to deliver a great applicant experience.
• Support wider recruitment and admissions activities during key cycles.
• Engage with under-represented groups to widen participation.

Skills

Event planning

Public speaking

Stakeholder engagement

Travel willingness

Multitasking

Job description

At BIMM University, we're more than just an educational institution; we're a vibrant community dedicated to nurturing creativity and empowering students to reach their full potential. With campuses across the UK, Ireland, and Germany, we offer a diverse range of courses in modern music, performing arts, filmmaking and creative technology. Our commitment to excellence in creative arts education sets us apart, providing students with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities they need to succeed in their chosen fields.

About the role

As an Applicant Experience & Outreach Officer, your primary focus will be delivering outreach activity across the region, representing BIMM University in schools, colleges, community settings and at recruitment events. You'll deliver workshops, presentations and information sessions that help prospective students explore their study options and gain a genuine insight into life at BIMM University.

You'll also support the delivery of applicant experience activities such as open days, interviews and campus tours, helping prospective students access the information, guidance and support they need to make informed decisions about their next steps.

What You'll Do:

• Deliver outreach workshops, presentations and information sessions in schools, colleges and community settings across the region.
• Act as an ambassador for BIMM University at careers fairs, exhibitions and other recruitment events.
• Help plan and deliver applicant experience events, including open days, experience days, interviews and auditions.
• Lead engaging campus tours for prospective students, parents, guardians and other visitors.
• Share clear, accurate information and guidance with prospective students, parents, advisers and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Student Ambassadors and colleagues across Recruitment, Admissions and Marketing to deliver an excellent applicant experience.
• Contribute to wider student recruitment and admissions activity during key periods, including application and enrolment cycles.
• Support widening participation by engaging with under-represented groups and communities.

What You'll Bring:

• Experience planning, coordinating or delivering events.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of audiences.
• Confidence presenting to groups and delivering engaging workshops, talks or information sessions.
• A proactive and organised approach, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and work independently when required.
• A genuine interest in supporting students and helping them make informed decisions about their future.
• A willingness to travel regularly as part of the role and represent BIMM University at external events and activities.

This is a part time role based on working 18.75 hours per week.

Why BIMM University?

We are a values led organisation, meaning our core values underpin all that we do:

In addition to joining a committed and dedicated team, you will have access to:

• 24 days holiday per year (FTE)
• A comprehensive benefits package including cycle to work

We continually strive to create a culture of inclusivity so that we truly represent our diverse communities. We particularly welcome applications from people of colour who are underrepresented in our organization.