Director of Admission at Domfas International Leadership Academy (Domfas ILA)

Job Duties:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive and effective admission program that attracts and enrolls qualified students who align with the school’s mission, vision, and values.
• Manage the admission process from inquiry to enrollment, including conducting interviews, reviewing applications, and making admission decisions.
• Collaborate with the school’s marketing and communications team to develop and implement a marketing strategy that promotes the school and its programs to prospective families.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with feeder schools, educational consultants, and other organizations that can refer students to the school.
• Represent the school at admissions fairs, conferences, and other events to promote the school and recruit new students.
• Develop and manage the admission budget and allocate resources effectively to meet enrollment goals.
• Collaborate with the school’s financial aid office to develop and implement a financial aid program that supports the school’s mission and values while ensuring access and affordability for qualified students.
• Work with the school’s academic and administrative leaders to develop and implement policies and procedures related to admission and enrollment.
• Provide regular reports to the school administrator/head of school on the status of the admission program, including enrollment, yield, and diversity metrics.
• Maintain accurate records and data related to admission and enrollment.
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of admission staff members

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Marketing, or related field
• Minimum of five years of experience in admission or enrollment management, preferably in an independent school setting
• Knowledge of admission trends, marketing strategies, and enrollment management practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with prospective families, current students, and school staff members
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Proficiency in using admission management software and data analysis tools

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Education, Marketing, or related field
• Demonstrated success in achieving enrollment goals and building a diverse and inclusive student body.
• Experience with financial aid administration and budget management
• Experience with international student recruitment and enrollment

Required Documents:

• Resume or curriculum vitae.
• Cover letter
• Minimum of three recommendation letters (at least one from a former or current supervisor)
• Copy of official transcripts (if offered the position)