Admission and Student Recruitment Officer

Position Overview

The Admissions and Student Recruitment Officer is responsible for driving enrolment growth at Oryx Universal College by managing the admissions process and executing recruitment strategies. This role ensures a seamless application experience for prospective students while promoting OUC s academic programmes to diverse audiences locally and internationally. The officer serves as a critical link between prospective students parents schools and the college representing OUC s values and mission.

Key Responsibilities

Admissions Process Management

• Guide prospective students through the application and enrolment process providing accurate and timely information on admission requirements deadlines and policies.
  
• Evaluate and process student applications ensuring compliance with admission criteria and regulatory requirements.
  
• Maintain accurate records in the admissions management system ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
  

Student Recruitment Activities

• Develop and execute student recruitment plans targeting local and international markets to achieve enrolment targets.
  
• Organise and participate in recruitment events such as school visits education fairs webinars open days and campus tours.
  
• Build and maintain relationships with schools guidance counsellors and educational agencies to foster longterm partnerships.
  

Outreach and Communication

• Respond promptly to enquiries from prospective students and their families via email phone and inperson meetings.
  
• Collaborate with the Market Engagement Department to develop promotional materials and digital campaigns that effectively target prospective students.
  
• Act as a brand ambassador for OUC delivering presentations and engaging with potential applicants to highlight the college s unique offerings.
  

Collaboration and Reporting

• Work closely with Academic Affairs and Academic Registry to stay informed about programme updates entry requirements and new initiatives.
  
• Collaborate with the Admissions team to streamline workflows and enhance the student application experience.
  
• Prepare regular reports on recruitment and admissions activities including performance against enrolment goals and market trends.
  

Compliance and Policy Adherence

• Ensure that all recruitment and admissions activities comply with local regulations including Qatar s Ministry of Education and Higher Education policies.
  
• Stay informed about changes in admission guidelines visa regulations and international student requirements.
  

Requirements

Skills and Qualifications

Educational Background:

• Bachelor s degree in Education Marketing Business Administration or a related field.
  

Experience:

• 2 years of experience in admissions student recruitment or a related role preferably in a higher education setting.
  

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build rapport with diverse audiences.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with admissions management systems (e.g. CRM platforms).
  
• Organisational and timemanagement skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
  
• Analytical thinking and problemsolving abilities to evaluate applications and improve processes.
  

Preferred Attributes

• Familiarity with the education landscape in Qatar and the GCC region.
  
• Knowledge of international student recruitment strategies and trends.
  
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends to accommodate recruitment events.