International Admissions Specialist

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Job Scope

Reporting to the Director, this position will assist in the development, communication and implementation of recruitment strategies and action plans to achieve international student enrollment objectives in Istanbul. The International Admission Specialist will improve the quality and quantity of the student and parent body with a focus on improving Canada Schools standing in the Istanbul educational marketplace, while enhancing the Institution’s presence and reputation. This position is also responsible for identifying new international student growth initiatives, and the implementation of strategic and operational plans. The incumbent will be a role model and provide mentorship for staff by setting appropriate examples and providing high quality customer service to all constituents. International Admission Specialist will be responsible for the management of external partners and will ensure all activities and relationships are consistent with Canada School standards and values, and exceed regulatory compliance thresholds.

Core Responsibilities

Take a leadership role in all international sales and student recruitment initiatives/opportunities that arise from or are consistent with the regional business plan.

Be a driving force in the establishment of admission process for international applicants.

Where assigned, conduct an analysis of international student recruiting requirements and recommend to the Director a road map for strategic development and implementation.

Monitor progress related to the Canada Schools enrollment targets and help implement programs ensuring targets are met on a global enrollment, program-by-program and specific start date basis. Identify enrollment opportunities and focus on regularly and systematically pursuing those opportunities.

Build and manage strategic relationships with a range of agents, partners and institutions whose students can be successful as Canada School students.

Engage in discussions/negotiations for high potential pathway opportunities (agreements with large agencies, local companies, tutors, and educators, etc.).

Where assigned, deliver comprehensive and targeted training programs for international admission staff, key agents, and related stakeholders. Ensure the development and coordination of the sales selling cycle and methodology.

Participate in appropriate recruitment and enrollment activities including: open houses, regional presentations, training sessions, orientation programs locally and internationally. Attendance at agent training and student recruitment events overseas.

Implement short and long-range student recruitment goals as set by the Director, and conduct analysis and evaluations to measure performance against those goals. Establish system of reporting and analytics to monitor key metrics/activities.

Assist with the development of and monitor quality and frequency of all contact and follow-up for all leads; propose and implement training, and reporting to be able to identify any areas that can be improved.

Review attrition (withdrawal and dismissal) to minimize occurrences, which can be addressed at the enrolment and admission stage.

Identify areas where admissions standards are not being upheld; plan and implement training to address these areas to ensure Canada School standards are being met and subsequently exceeded.

Provide reporting to the Director that allows senior management to understand trends in the following areas: lead development progression or regression, lead sources, materialization of all major marketing efforts, and other requested specifics.

Ensure International agents and partners are operating with consistent and standardized business practices.

Uphold the highest level of customer service and integrity in all situations.

Other duties as assigned by the Director.

İŞ TANIMI

• Superior sales skills, preferably selling an intangible product, at a senior level for a minimum of 5 years. A proven sales track record that can be described numerically.
  
• Degree/Diploma in Business Administration or other business/management degree area.
  
• Proven business development experience.
  
• Fluency in English.
  
• Previous significant direct supervisory experience in a sales environment.
  
• Advanced knowledge and skills in procedures and systems.
  
• Proven ability to work and manage databases efficiently.
  
• Advanced knowledge and proficiency PowerPoint and MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  
• Proven interpersonal and communication skills.
  
• Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.
  
• Ability to multitask and perform well under pressure and exceptional customer service skills are required.
  
• Excellent written and interpersonal skills with an attention to detail and accuracy.
  
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.