Student Recruiter and Marketing Officer

• The post holder will be responsible for the development and implementation of the organization’s marketing and student recruitment strategy.
• You will manage the gathering and use of data to inform the organization’s strategy and contribute to decision-making concerning the organization’s recruitment plan and reputation.
• You will promote and raise awareness of the organization’s services with external interest groups by organizing recruitment events and representing the organization.
• To source for prospective students who want to study in the countries that we operate and advise, and support them in their application to the universities
• To advise and prepare students for their visa interviews after successful admission
• To represent the organization at external recruitment/school and college events within your area of operations
• To act as the organization’s representative for recruitment work
• To give accurate information, advice, and guidance to prospective undergraduate and postgraduate students about courses/student life in the various universities that we represent
• Deliver high-quality presentations about our partner Universities and other aspects of higher education both on and off-campus
• Plan, deliver, and evaluate workshops that showcase the organization and our partners, ensuring information is accurate, up-to-date, and appropriate for the relevant audience.
• To liaise and network with other stakeholders and career professionals to develop effective relationships to meet recruitment targets
• To be involved in the organization and delivery of large-scale recruitment events, such as Open Days, recruitment fairs, and partner delegate visit
• To liaise with academic and professional staff within the organization and our partners regarding the delivery of recruitment and conversion activities throughout Nigeria and the UK
• To maintain, update and keep abreast of own professional knowledge/sector-wide issues relating to areas particular to the role and to share best practices and train other colleagues as necessary.
• To contribute to the evaluation and development of the University’s student recruitment activities
• Working with colleagues internally and externally, to identify and select through recruitment and interview a pool of student ambassadors, mentors, and advocates working on outreach activities
• Any other duties appropriate to the role as required by the line manager

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communication, or a related field.
• Additional certifications in student recruitment or international education counseling are a plus.
• Proven experience in student recruitment, marketing, or similar roles (minimum of 1–2 years).
• Familiarity with international education systems, application processes, and visa requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with diverse audiences.
• Excellent presentation and public speaking skills for delivering workshops and recruitment events.
• Proficient in data analysis to track recruitment performance and inform strategies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CRM tools.
• Ability to organize and execute large-scale events such as open days and recruitment fairs.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Adaptability to a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Professional demeanor and the ability to act as a representative of the organization.
• Willingness to travel extensively within Nigeria and occasionally abroad.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, when necessary.
• Familiarity with international student pathways and partner university requirements.