Director of Admissions & Enrolment Management at American University of Nigeria (AUN)

The Director of Admissions & Enrolment Management reports to the University Registrar/VPA and is charged with the responsibility of managing the recruitment, enrolment and retention of students programs. The duties shall include but not limited to marketing and presenting the university to current and prospective students and parents, which includes systematic and efficient handling of applications and communication with candidates and their parents, tours of the institution, arrangements for admissions testing, securing necessary student credentials and communicating final decision to the appropriate individuals in accordance with the policies and procedures of the University. Creates a strategic recruitment plan to cover 9 months of the year (September, October, November & December during the fall semester and February, March & April during the spring semester and June & July during the summer term). He Creates a strategic recruitment plan to cover 9 months of the year (September, October, November & December during the fall semester and February, March & April during the spring semester and June & July during the summer term). He keeps relevant statistics on all aspects of the admissions and re-enrolment program and represents the University at various gatherings and conferences related to Admissions.

Requirements for the position:

• A Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Mass Communication, Sociology or any other Social Studies Major from a recognized tertiary institution. Master’s degree will be an added advantage
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, organizational skills and computer knowledge (web base recruitment strategies will serve as a plus).
• Significant relevant experience, preferably in a secondary or post-secondary academic setting. Also Academic expertise, administrative experience and marketing skills.
• Intermediate to expert level competence with MS Office and database applications.
• Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions to enhance organizational effectiveness;
• Excellent time management skills and good understanding of the challenge and significance of building a new higher education institution on the American model in a rural region of Nigeria. Should be dynamic, innovative personality and mastered more than one language.
• Should have the ability to interact effectively with student, parents, alumni, high school teachers and University staff.