Senior International Recruitment Officer

Title: Senior International Recruitment Officer

Who we are

Great minds. Innovative solutions.

Be part of a vibrant community that celebrates over 200 years of academic excellence, world-class research, and impactful innovation. Located in the dynamic Bahrain Bay, the University of Strathclyde, Bahrain, offers the same high standards of academic excellence and pioneering research that our Glasgow, UK campus is renowned for.

We currently provide eight undergraduate programmes in Engineering, Science, and Business, with future phases set to expand our offerings in research and innovation. As a leading international technological university, our mission, inspired by our founding principle as ‘a place of useful learning,’ is to make a positive difference in the lives of our students, society, and the world.

Main Activities/Responsibilities:

1. Frequent engagement with key schools, institutional partners and sponsorship bodies to maximize the recruitment of high-quality students to the academic programmes offered at University of Strathclyde, Bahrain.

2. Developing and delivering internal and external recruitment events, working in close contact with faculties and departments on bespoke sessions to target prospective applicants.

3. Gathering, analysing, and interpreting data from internal and external sources, and briefing colleagues on trends, policy, legislation, and regulations which may impact on student recruitment for University of Strathclyde, Bahrain.

4. Maximising recruitment and conversion by developing effective systems and identifying areas where service quality can make a positive impact on recruitment and conversion; coordinating with colleagues in faculties, departments, and professional services areas to make improvements which enhance service quality, efficiency, and continuity.

5. Supporting Marketing colleagues to develop effective advertising and conversion campaigns, and further develop market presence in the Gulf region.

6. Taking part in international visits as required, supporting visiting academics, participating in education fairs, undertaking visits to institutions, schools, and sponsoring bodies and providing support and guidance to candidates.

7. Taking the lead when required on the organisation and management of inward visits and delegations to the University of Strathclyde, Bahrain campus.

8. Monitor and report to the line manager on spending on student recruitment activities and initiatives, ensuring that this is kept within agreed budget levels and utilised to maximise student recruitment growth opportunities and return on investment.

9. Undertake other duties as appropriate to the grade and content of the post, as directed by the line manager. This list of duties is therefore not exhaustive.

The University of Strathclyde, Bahrain is a socially progressive institution that strives to ensure equality of opportunity and celebrates the diversity of its student and staff community. Strathclyde is people-oriented and collaborative, offering supportive and flexible working culture with a deep commitment to our equality and diversity.

We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities.

Qualification Required

Bachelor’s degree in related field or significant relevant experience.

You’ll be rewarded with:

- Financial Rewards: We provide attractive financial packages, including competitive salaries and relocation support for employees.

- Work-Life Balance: We are dedicated to enhancing healthy work-life balance for our employees.

- Family Friendly Benefits: We offer a variety of enhanced family-friendly benefits to support our employees in balancing work and family responsibilities.

- Career Development: Our commitment to personal development is reflected in initiatives such as professional courses, subsidised educational programs, coaching and mentoring, leadership development, and access to our library.

- Health & Wellbeing: We place high importance on the safety, wellbeing, and health of all our staff.

Application Procedure

Please visit Strathclyde’s vacancies portal and complete an application form. You should also submit a Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a covering letter detailing the knowledge, skills and experience you think make you the right candidate for the job.

Join us and be part of a legacy of excellence and innovation.