Regional Recruitment Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Nigeria.

📋 Description

• Serve as a representative of Sunway University, collaborating with its International Recruitment Office on recruitment and conversion initiatives in Nigeria.

• Assist in all phases of the international student recruitment process while upholding best practices and maintaining the confidentiality of university data.

• Engage in both online and in-person recruitment and outreach activities targeting prospective students, parents, and counselors.

• Identify and execute strategies to improve international institutional partnerships within designated regions of Nigeria.

• Provide precise information and guidance to students and education agents.

• Advise students and follow up on offer acceptances, additional documentation, and admission-related issues.

• Address inquiries from prospective students and parents, supporting them throughout the application journey.

• Utilize the CRM system to identify and nurture assigned leads and applicants.

• Establish connections with stakeholders in Nigeria's education sector.

• Represent the university at educational events, trade shows, conferences, webinars, and virtual gatherings.

• Participate in social media initiatives and online training.

• Assist with both online and offline events and information sessions.

• Support the creation of localized content and promotions, and maintain databases for post-event follow-up.

• Compile data on interested students and submit activity outcome reports to the university.

• Collaborate with internal teams on administrative matters.

• Conduct online research, gather market intelligence, manage information, and update databases.

• Monitor project expenses and operate within the allocated budget.

• Maintain communication with stakeholders and keep current on market information.

• Develop and sustain key contact lists, providing reports at agreed intervals.

• Document information regarding recruitment events and campaigns, project progress, leads, and CRM interactions.

⛳️ Requirements

• Possess a first degree level of education.

• Have experience in student recruitment or a similar field.

• Prior experience in the education sector, ideally in an administrative, managerial, or marketing capacity.

• Ability to perform under pressure and foster relationships across internal and external organizations.

• Demonstrate excellent organizational and interpersonal abilities.

• Exhibit high proficiency in English with outstanding written, verbal communication, and presentation skills.

• Maintain a strong attention to detail.

• Display IT literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Have knowledge of the Nigerian Higher Education system.

• Exhibit a collaborative working style.

• Ability to handle high workloads, meet deadlines, and resolve work-related issues.

• Flexibility to work outside regular office hours and/or on weekends.

• Expected to travel frequently due to event participation.

• Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Relevant postgraduate or professional qualification in business or marketing is preferred.

• Overseas study or living experience is an advantage.

• Knowledge of the Malaysian Higher Education system and Malaysia as a study destination is highly desirable.

• Experience in developing marketing campaigns and utilizing social media as a communication tool is a plus.

• Familiarity with higher education systems and issues pertinent to students considering studying abroad.

• Strong planning skills for both strategic and tactical initiatives.

• Proficient in networking and relationship management skills.

• Must have the legal right to work in Nigeria on a full-time basis.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible working environment.

• Opportunities to take ownership and advance your career.

• Support for personal and professional development.

• Engaging work that positively impacts the international higher education sector.

• A workplace culture focused on diversity, respect, trust, and appreciation.

• Accreditation as an Investors in People gold organization.

• Opportunities to collaborate with global teams and international offices.