Country Coordinator

About company - The organization is an international education partner that works with higher education institutions and high school counselors worldwide to strengthen global engagement and help students identify universities that align with their academic goals and aspirations.

It collaborates with universities to develop and implement comprehensive international engagement strategies, encompassing student recruitment, in-country representation, digital marketing, and strategic consulting. With a presence and network spanning more than 65 countries, the organization supports institutions in expanding their global reach and engaging with students across diverse international markets.

The organization also works closely with high schools and counselors worldwide, offering resources and programs designed to support students throughout the university selection process. These initiatives include university visits, virtual events, advising sessions, specialized workshops, and counseling forums, providing students and counselors with valuable insights into higher education opportunities.

Through established relationships with more than 300 universities globally, the organization connects counselors and students with a broad range of higher education options that match their academic interests, career objectives, and future aspirations.

Designation: Country Coordinator

Location: Ghatkopar, Mumbai, India 

Compensation: Commensurable with experience

ROLE OVERVIEW

 A full-time Country Coordinator will guide potential students from inquiry to enrolment and proactively develop and maintain relationships with various stakeholders including high school counselors, higher education institutions, colleges, etc.

Major Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the marketing and outreach student recruitment strategies for each recruitment cycle in India

 • Develop and maintain a calendar of recruitment activities for each cycle, including recruitment fairs, high school and/ or college visits, agency fairs, webinars, and other recruitment-oriented activities

 • Identify opportunities to build diversity in enrolment and profile diversification opportunities in India

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with key external stakeholders in India: high school and college counselors, sponsorship bodies, accreditation bodies, alumni, education agents, etc.

 • Proactively identify, recommend, and participate in a range of promotional events both independently and in association with commercial recruitment and institutional partners or education agents, which demonstrate a justifiable return on investment

• Conduct school visits across India, making presentations to groups of students, or one-to-one counseling sessions, and building and maintaining effective relationships with high school counselors

• Conduct university visits across India, making presentations to groups of students at these colleges or one-to-one counseling sessions, and building and maintaining effective relationships with university guidance counselors, Heads of Offices of International Affairs, Heads of Department, and Principals

• Respond to inquiries from prospective students, parents, and agents made via a direct application on the university website, phone, email, and social media channels, etc

QUALIFICATIONS

 Education: Bachelor's or Master’s degree in any relevant field

Work Experience:

• 4-5 years of experience working in higher education. Experience in working in student recruitment in India or International education for undergraduate or graduate programs preferred

• Experience in business development, marketing, and building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

 Skills:

• Excellent communication skills (written as well as verbal) and interpersonal skills

• Exceptional organizational, and time management skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Marketing & Presentation skills

 • Decision making

• Willingness to travel extensively