Manager- Admissions & Outreach

Key Responsibilities: Strategic Outreach Planning: • Develop and execute a robust outreach strategy targeting key schools, students, and counselors across diverse markets. • Work closely with the academic departments to create engagement programs that highlight the offerings and distinguish its academic excellence. • Design outreach plans that focus on adding value to schools through partnerships, academic initiatives, and holistic interventions. Relationship Building with School Leadership: • Build and nurture strong relationships with school principals, administrators, and academic leadership to create sustainable partnerships. • Facilitate collaborations between the university and schools to co-create programs, workshops, and seminars that address both academic and extracurricular needs. • Serve as a trusted advisor to school leadership, providing insights into the latest trends in higher education, skill development, and career pathways. Enhancing Academic Holistic Engagement: • Develop academic workshops, guest lectures, and mentorship programs that provide value to students and educators alike, fostering a deeper connection to the university’s offerings. • Partner with schools to offer holistic interventions, such as leadership development programs, mental health awareness, and career guidance, positioning the university as a key contributor to student growth. • Introduce initiatives such as collaborative research projects, interdisciplinary talks, and skills-based learning programs to showcase the university’s strengths in innovation and thought leadership.

Event Coordination and School Visits: • Plan and execute on-campus and off-campus events such as career days, open houses, and workshops to engage students, parents, and school staff. • Regularly visit schools to conduct presentations, workshops, and counseling sessions that align with the academic needs and interests of the students. • Collaborate with faculty and experts to offer specialized programs such as subject-specific seminars and STEM or arts-focused events. Counselor and Educator Engagement: • Build close relationships with school counselors and educators, offering support, resources, and tools to help them guide students in making informed decisions about higher education. • Conduct training sessions and knowledge-sharing platforms for counselors to keep them informed about new programs, scholarships, and opportunities at the university. • Facilitate open communication channels with educators, seeking their feedback and ideas to continuously enhance the outreach approach. Data-Driven Engagement and Insights: • Use data and insights from outreach activities to assess the effectiveness of engagement strategies and relationships with schools. • Collect feedback from school leaders and counselors to continuously refine outreach programs, ensuring relevance and alignment with their educational goals. • Maintain detailed records of interactions with schools, tracking engagement metrics and ensuring timely follow-up for ongoing relationship building.

Student & Parent Engagement: • Develop initiatives that foster direct connections with both students and their parents, offering personalized support through their university selection process. • Organize mentorship programs, psychometric tests, and career guidance workshops to help students navigate their academic and career choices. • Leverage social media, email campaigns, and in-person interactions to create a consistent dialogue with prospective students and parents, emphasizing the university’s commitment to their success. Marketing and Content Collaboration: • Work with the marketing team to ensure outreach programs are well-promoted and have strong digital and offline presence. • Develop and refine outreach materials, including presentations, brochures, and online content, ensuring they resonate with school leaders, students, and parents alike. • Ensure all communications reflect the university’s values, academic strengths, and unique opportunities for student development. Qualifications & Experience: • Bachelor’s degree in education, marketing, communications, or a related field (Master’s preferred). • 5+ years of experience in education outreach, relationship management, or student recruitment. • Strong ability to build and maintain long-term partnerships with school leaders and educators. • Experience in planning and executing academic engagement programs and events. • Knowledge of the education landscape and an understanding of emerging trends in higher education and student recruitment.