About the University of Essex
The University of Essex has a network of offices that supports our aims to recruit students to our University to pursue a truly transformational education.
Our regional offices are located in Africa (Lagos), The Middle East (Dubai), The South Asia/Indian Subcontinent region (Delhi), South East Asia (Kuala Lumpur), and China (Beijing and Shanghai).
We also have Essex-based teams with country expertise for recruiting students from European countries, the Americas and Japan.
Across these locations University teams recruit new international students to our campuses in Colchester, Southend and Loughton, forge partnerships and networks, host alumni and stakeholder events, and understand local knowledge to enrich our students' experience.
We are now seeking a Regional officer in Pakistan
Duties of the Role
This role will support marketing, recruitment and stakeholder activity and help to develop our overall strategic approach to the region.
The primary areas of focus will be: helping the University achieve student recruitment targets; developing and maintaining relationships with key partners including Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), sponsors and education agents; supporting our alumni relations programme; and raising the University’s profile in the region.
A core part of the role will be carrying out on-the-ground student recruitment activity in the international market by attending in person and virtual exhibitions, schools and working with agents.
Skills and qualifications required
The successful candidate will have two to three years of experience of working in the region, preferably in the education sector and a degree or equivalent level qualification or experience.
The successful candidate will also have excellent communication skills including being able to write project reports in a variety of formats. The ability to work on their own initiative, and experience of dealing with multiple tasks and managing conflicting priorities.
The willingness to work outside of office hours is essential due to frequent travel requirements.
How to apply:
Please send your CV and covering letter to: Rosanna Kaylani r.kaylani@essex.ac.uk
Deadline for submission of application: 26th January 2021