Admissions Manager

Thames International School; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Thames International School in the Philippines is seeking an experienced Admissions Director to oversee inquiries, enrollment, and policy implementation, ensuring a seamless applicant experience across channels.

You will lead recruitment, engage with families at events, review applications with the admissions committee, and collaborate with academic and financial aid teams to inform enrollment decisions. Strong data skills and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years in admissions or enrollment services, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Strong understanding of admissions processes and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in data management and admissions software.
• Ability to analyze data and make data-driven decisions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee entire admissions process from inquiries to enrollment.
• Develop and implement policies to ensure a seamless admissions experience.
• Monitor and evaluate admissions processes and make improvements as needed.
• Design and execute recruitment strategies and collaborate with marketing.
• Attend college fairs, open houses, and recruitment events.
• Lead admissions committee reviews and ensure equitable decisions.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all applications.
• Collaborate with academic, financial aid, and other offices; prepare reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Data management

Admissions software

Data analysis

Policy knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or Business Admin

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Admissions software

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

1. Admissions Process Management

• Oversee the entire admissions process, from inquiries to enrollment.

• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure a seamless admissions experience for prospective students.

• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of admissions processes and make improvements as needed.

2. Recruitment and Marketing

• Design and execute recruitment strategies to attract a diverse pool of applicants.

• Collaborate with the marketing team to create promotional materials and campaigns.

• Attend college fairs, open houses, and other recruitment events to represent the institution.

3. Prospective Student Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with prospective students and their families.

• Provide guidance on application procedures, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities.

• Conduct information sessions and campus tours for prospective students.

4. Application Review and Decision Making

• Lead the admissions committee in reviewing applications and making admissions decisions.

• Ensure that admissions decisions are made based on established criteria and equitable practices.

• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all applications.

5. Collaboration and Reporting

• Work closely with academic departments, financial aid, and other relevant offices to coordinate admissions activities

• Prepare reports on admissions statistics, trends, and demographics for institutional planning.

• Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership regarding enrollment strategies.

6. Training and Supervision

• Hire, train, and supervise admissions staff, ensuring high-quality customer service and performance standards.

• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide professional development opportunities for staff members.

• Foster a positive team culture that aligns with the institution’s values.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in admissions or enrollment services, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.

• Strong understanding of admissions processes and best practices.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proficient in data management and admissions software.

• Ability to analyze data and make data-driven decisions.