Study Abroad Coordinator / Manager at MySchoolComm

Location: Lekki / Ajah, Lagos

Job Summary

• The Study Abroad Coordinator / Manager is expected to advise and guide students towards realizing their goals of studying abroad.
• The candidate must possess adequate knowledge regarding international studies and education as well as the logistics required for making study, visa, and travel arrangements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Counsel and advise students on all aspects of study abroad.
• Initiate and establish relationships with institutions and study abroad providers outside the country.
• Serve as liaison to study abroad providers, institutions, and partners.
• Manage the application process, documentation, visa procurement, etc.
• Maintain regular communication with students, their parents or families, and other relevant stakeholders, throughout the period of engagement (until the student travels).
• Screen incoming inquiry emails / calls and respond or redirect as appropriate.

Qualifications & Experience

• Three (3) years of work experience in a similar position.
• At least a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Experience regarding what it takes to study and live abroad.
• Knowledge of educational and grading systems outside Nigeria.
• Knowledge of best practices in study abroad.
• Reside around the Lekki-Ajah axis.
• Must not be older than 35 years.

Required Skills:

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and/or intercultural skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical, assessment, and evaluation skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with students of all backgrounds
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software tools
• Self-motivation, with a positive and problem-solving attitude
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.