Job Title: Assistant Director - Higher Education Outreach and Recruitment

Location : Washington, DC (Hybrid)

Industry : Higher Education

Pay : $80-90k

Start Date: September 2024

Team Size : Lead a team of 5, including specialists, officers, and a coordinator.

Background Check: Required (criminal, education, employment history).

About Our Client:

Our client is a prestigious organization that fosters global academic exchange and collaboration. They have a long history of working with international education programs, making this an exceptional opportunity to join a team dedicated to advancing educational and cultural understanding worldwide.

Job Description:

The Assistant Director of Higher Education Outreach and Recruitment will lead a team in developing and executing strategies to build and maintain relationships with U.S. higher education institutions. The role focuses on recruiting scholars and educators to participate in a renowned international academic exchange program. This position involves both virtual and in-person engagement, including presentations, workshops, and attending conferences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Outreach Initiatives: Develop strategies to engage with higher education institutions, including those traditionally underrepresented in international programs.
• Recruit Scholars: Actively recruit educators and scholars for participation in an international academic program through events, presentations, and digital outreach.
• Manage Relationships: Serve as the primary contact for partner institutions, ensuring strong, ongoing collaboration.
• Collaborate: Work with a government sponsor and internal teams to align recruitment activities with program goals.
• Travel: Conduct domestic travel to universities and conferences to support outreach and recruitment efforts.

Qualifications:

• Experience: At least 5 years in higher education outreach, recruitment, or related areas.
• Sales Experience: Experience in promoting educational programs is highly valued.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to create and deliver compelling presentations.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly PowerPoint.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Travel: Ability to travel 25-40% of the time for recruitment and outreach events.

Perks:

• Work with a dedicated, passionate team in a prestigious organization.
• Access to excellent resources and opportunities for professional growth.
• Hybrid work environment with flexibility and support for work-life balance.

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. They provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This Company complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.