Manager: Student Recruitment needed at University of Kwazulu Natal

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive student recruitment strategy aligned with institutional goals.
• Lead data-driven decision-making to monitor trends, assess recruitment performance, and inform planning.
• Cultivate strong relationships with schools, communities, and other key stakeholders.
• Oversee the planning and execution of student recruitment events, campaigns, and outreach initiatives.
• Manage the recruitment budget and optimise resource allocation for maximum impact.
• Lead and support a high-performing team, ensuring effective delivery of recruitment objectives

Minimum requirements

• Honours Degree OR Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing, Business Administration, Education, or a related field.
• A Master’s degree or relevant certifications would be an advantage.
• A postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage.
• At least 8 years’ experience in digital content, branding, or publication management, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrable success in managing teams and executing impactful recruitment strategies.
• A Master’s degree or relevant professional certifications would be an added advantage.
• Knowledge and experience in international student recruitment is desirable.
• Experience in international student recruitment will be highly desirable.