We are looking for a Student Recruitment & Admissions Lead to manage the student recruitment and admissions process, from generating qualified interest to converting applicants into enrolled students.
This is a hands-on, target-driven role involving field recruitment, relationship building, admissions coordination, lead management and data-driven follow-up.
Key Responsibilities
Develop weekly and monthly recruitment plans against enrolment targets.
Conduct outreach across schools, communities, youth networks and relevant events.
Lead career talks, information sessions, open days and student/parent engagements.
Capture, qualify and follow up with prospects through the recruitment pipeline.
Guide applicants through application, assessment, offer, payment and enrolment.
Develop relationships with schools, community organisations, sponsors and other stakeholders.
Coordinate recruitment campaigns and activities with Marketing.
Maintain accurate recruitment records and provide weekly funnel reports.
Coordinate recruitment events, outreach materials and admissions communications.
Gather prospect and partner feedback and recommend improvements to recruitment processes.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent professional experience in Marketing, Business, Education, Social Sciences or a related field.
3 - 5 years of experience in student recruitment, admissions, field sales, edtech enrolment, community mobilisation, training-program recruitment or a similar target-driven role.
Proven experience managing prospects through a recruitment funnel and achieving conversion / enrolment targets.
Strong field execution and event facilitation skills.
Experience using a CRM, admissions platform or structured lead tracker.
Ability to analyse basic recruitment funnel data.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of Lagos communities, schools and youth networks is an advantage.
Experience in vocational education, workforce development or social-impact programs is an advantage.