Admissions Advisor

Position Overview

The Admissions Advisor is responsible for driving enrolment growth at Oryx University by managing the admissions process and executing recruitment strategies. This role ensures a seamless application experience for prospective students while promoting OUs academic programmes to diverse audiences locally and internationally. The officer serves as a critical link between prospective students parents colleges and the university representing OUs 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 long-term partnerships.
  

Outreach and Communication

• Respond promptly to enquiries from prospective students and their families via email phone and in-person 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 OU delivering presentations and engaging with potential applicants to highlight the colleges 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 Qatars 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:

• Bachelors 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 time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
  
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving 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.
  

Key Skills
Culinary Experience,Sales Experience,Time Management,Marketing,Public Relations,Customer Service,Computer Skills,Microsoft Outlook,Basecamp,Salesforce,Inside Sales,Recruiting
Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1