Regional Officer

Newcastle University

Pan India

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About Newcastle University

Newcastle University is a world-class institution established in 1834 with an international reputation for academic excellence. Newcastle University is a founding member of the elite Russell Group, a group of 24 highly research-intensive universities in the UK. High-quality teaching, strong research profile, and outstanding student support make the University one of the most popular institutes in the UK.

Job Description

Working as part of a regional team for Newcastle University, you will provide support in the planning and organization of student recruitment activity and relationship management. 

The post will support all aspects of the delivery of the University’s Global Strategy, by providing excellent customer relationship management and administrative support relating to student recruitment and admission. The role will have a particular focus on schools, colleges, and agent liaison in order to meet international recruitment targets and raise the University’s profile within India.

The role will also provide support to applicants and their advisers through the admissions process by providing advice on application processes, scholarships, entry requirements as well as living and studying at Newcastle University.

 Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Organization of and attendance at student recruitment exhibitions throughout India in support of theUniversity’s objectives
  • Support for a network of agents in India; answering agents’ enquiries (e.g. entry requirements, scholarships, application enquiries etc.)
  • Assist with the conversion of applications from lead to the point of registration
  • Support processing of applications quickly and efficiently
  • Support the implementation of processes and systems around Indian student recruitment and international relations and partnerships.
  • Undertake market research, data analysis and reporting to provide high quality market intelligence in support of international objectives
  • Support for the development of the alumni network and alumni activities in India
  • Develop and maintain positive and effective relationships with Indian institutions, agents and other strategic international partners, with the aim of achieving strategic objectives.
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff in academic and professional service units involved in international activities
  • Co-ordinate and participate in international visits to campus and support with the organisation of outgoing visits to India.
  • Any other duties as directed.

Desired Skills and Experience:

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including an ability to relate to and interact with, people from diverse cultural backgrounds
  • Relevant experience within a similar role for a Higher Education provider, or organization within international education
  • An aptitude for information management and data analysis.
  • Team player, able to initiate, develop and maintain excellent working relationships with both internal and external customers.
  • Initiative and the ability to prioritise, handle a complex workload and be self-reliant.
  • Evidence of commercial competence.
  • A high-level of organisation and administrative competence.
  • Evidence of delivery in a customer-focused environment.
  • Results orientated.
  • Flexibility regarding working hours and a willingness to travel extensively.
  • Trustworthy and reliable at all times.

Qualifications: Educated to Master’s Degree level or demonstrate appropriate combination of Bachelor’s Degree and relevant experience. 

 

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