job description
Join James Cook University in beautiful Bali as an Assistant Manager of International Recruitment and play a pivotal role in attracting top global talent to one of the world’s leading educational institutions. Based in the vibrant Badung region (covering Canggu, Ubud, Denpasar, Jimbaran, Nusa Dua, or Kuta), you’ll drive strategic initiatives to expand our international student and faculty recruitment efforts, fostering a diverse and dynamic academic community.
This is a unique opportunity to combine your passion for education with international outreach, working in a collaborative environment that values innovation, cultural exchange, and academic excellence. With a competitive salary, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to live in one of Indonesia’s most sought-after destinations, this role offers both career fulfillment and an exceptional lifestyle.
Responsibility
- Develop and implement international recruitment strategies to attract high-caliber students and faculty from key global markets.
- Collaborate with admissions teams to streamline application processes and improve conversion rates for international applicants.
- Represent James Cook University at education fairs, webinars, and networking events worldwide to promote programs and partnerships.
- Build and maintain relationships with overseas educational agents, universities, and government bodies to expand recruitment networks.
- Analyze market trends and competitor benchmarks to identify opportunities for growth in international enrollment.
- Coordinate with marketing teams to create targeted campaigns (digital, print, and social media) for international audiences.
- Provide cultural and logistical support to prospective and incoming international students, ensuring a smooth transition.
- Track and report on KPIs (e.g., application volumes, conversion rates, and student diversity metrics) to leadership.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, Business, Marketing, Education, or a related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in international recruitment, admissions, or student services, preferably in higher education.
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding recruitment targets in a global context.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in English (additional languages are advantageous).
- Strong understanding of international education systems, visa regulations, and cross-cultural competencies.
- Experience with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) and data-driven recruitment tools.
- Ability to travel internationally for recruitment events and partnerships (up to 30% of the time).
- Passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion in education, with a student-centric approach.