Admissions Advisor
ملخص الوظيفة
Position Overview
The Admissions Advisor is responsible for driving enrolment growth at Oryx University by managing the admissions process and executing recruitment strategies. This role ensures a seamless application experience for prospective students while promoting OUs academic programmes to diverse audiences locally and internationally. The officer serves as a critical link between prospective students parents colleges and the university representing OUs values and mission.
Key Responsibilities
Admissions Process Management
- Guide prospective students through the application and enrolment process providing accurate and timely information on admission requirements deadlines and policies.
- Evaluate and process student applications ensuring compliance with admission criteria and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain accurate records in the admissions management system ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
Student Recruitment Activities
- Develop and execute student recruitment plans targeting local and international markets to achieve enrolment targets.
- Organise and participate in recruitment events such as school visits education fairs webinars open days and campus tours.
- Build and maintain relationships with schools guidance counsellors and educational agencies to foster long-term partnerships.
Outreach and Communication
- Respond promptly to enquiries from prospective students and their families via email phone and in-person meetings.
- Collaborate with the Market Engagement Department to develop promotional materials and digital campaigns that effectively target prospective students.
- Act as a brand ambassador for OU delivering presentations and engaging with potential applicants to highlight the colleges unique offerings.
Collaboration and Reporting
- Work closely with Academic Affairs and Academic Registry to stay informed about programme updates entry requirements and new initiatives.
- Collaborate with the Admissions team to streamline workflows and enhance the student application experience.
- Prepare regular reports on recruitment and admissions activities including performance against enrolment goals and market trends.
Compliance and Policy Adherence
- Ensure that all recruitment and admissions activities comply with local regulations including Qatars Ministry of Education and Higher Education policies.
- Stay informed about changes in admission guidelines visa regulations and international student requirements.
Requirements
Skills and Qualifications
Educational Background:
- Bachelors degree in Education Marketing Business Administration or a related field.
Experience:
- 2 years of experience in admissions student recruitment or a related role preferably in a higher education setting.
Skills:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build rapport with diverse audiences.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with admissions management systems (e.g. CRM platforms).
- Organisational and time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities to evaluate applications and improve processes.
Preferred Attributes
- Familiarity with the education landscape in Qatar and the GCC region.
- Knowledge of international student recruitment strategies and trends.
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends to accommodate recruitment events.
المجال
خدمات تقنية المعلومات واستشارات تكنولوجيا المعلومات
المهارات المطلوبة
- Culinary Experience
- Sales Experience
- Time Management
- التسويق
- العلاقات العامة
- خدمة العملاء
- Computer Skills
- Microsoft Outlook
- Basecamp
- Salesforce
- المبيعات الداخلية
- Recruiting