International Recruitment Officer, Africa
The International Recruitment Officer (RO) Africa, reporting
to the Associate Director (AD) Africa, is responsible for supporting the
execution of tactical and strategic student recruitment initiatives in
designated territories and channels within Africa. This role focuses on
generating qualified applications for the SGU Doctor of Medicine degree program
across our campuses in Grenada and the UK. The Officer contributes to achieving
agreed recruitment targets within allocated budgets and provides market feedback
to strengthen SGU’s overall recruitment strategy.
Essential Functions
Recruitment & Outreach
Support
the Africa recruitment team in achieving student recruitment goals across
agreed markets and channels (agency, feeder, and direct).
Manage
and engage prospective student leads through Salesforce CRM, ensuring
effective lead qualification and timely follow-up.
Provide
educational counseling to prospective students and their families, both
in-person and online, guiding them through the application process.
Assist
students with the collection of application documents and ensure a smooth
transition into the admissions process.
Market Engagement & Events
Coordinate
and participate in exhibitions, recruitment fairs, school visits, and SGU
information sessions.
Represent
SGU professionally at recruitment events, providing guidance to schools,
agencies, students, and sponsors.
Build
and maintain strong relationships with education agents, feeder
institutions, and other recruitment partners.
Identify
new recruitment opportunities and report on emerging trends within
designated markets.
Collaboration & Administration
Maintain
accurate and up-to-date student records in Salesforce CRM.
Work
closely with Admissions and other SGU departments to ensure efficiency and
a seamless applicant experience.
Provide
timely market updates, performance reports, and recruitment analysis to
the Associate Director.
Collaborate
with SGU’s international Regional Managers to maximize recruitment
potential across all channels.
Market & Institutional Knowledge
Develop
comprehensive knowledge of SGU’s programs, admissions requirements, and
comparative education systems.
Stay
informed about local medical associations, regulations, and competitive
developments, providing feedback to SGU leadership.
Deliver
effective presentations and proposals to prospective students, partners,
and institutions, highlighting SGU’s value proposition.
Essential Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Background
in student recruitment or a related area (e.g., admissions, international
education).
Sales
or business development experience, with understanding of school and
agency recruitment channels.
Strong
interpersonal skills and ability to engage with diverse audiences
including students, sponsors, and agents.
Networking
skills and the ability to establish lasting professional connections.
Ability
to work independently and collaboratively, demonstrating initiative and
professionalism.
Excellent
presentation, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability
to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage competing priorities.
Results-oriented
and target-driven, with a professional manner and appearance.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required.
1–3 years of experience in international education and recruitment.
Fluency in English (additional languages preferred).
Work Environment / Physical Demands
Role is home-based in Nigeria.
Positive, collaborative, and professional working environment.
Hours and Travel
Travel required across Africa.
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends during peak recruitment periods.
We Are
· Student Centric: We approach every task with a focus on supporting our students to achieve their lifelong learning goals in a safe, vibrant and welcoming environment.
· A Global Community: We are one team with an international outlook welcoming the strength in our diversity and the value each of us brings to what we do.
· Accountable: We take responsibility for our actions by being responsive, resourceful and respectful in delivering on our commitments with integrity and the highest ethical standards.
· Collaborative: We support and empower one another through open communications, cooperation, sharing knowledge and taking time to always listen and show we care.
· Committed to Excellence: We take pride in our ongoing pursuit for continuous improvement through creativity, rigor and best practices to produce meaningful outcomes.
About University Support Services, LLC
University Support Services LLC (USS) is an affiliate of St. George's University (SGU), a leading provider of international medical education. SGU students and faculty come from 151 countries to the island of Grenada, located in the West Indies. Our purpose is to support SGU to deliver best in class education for all SGU students. We put a special focus on the growing global need for diverse high-quality medical and healthcare professionals. USS is pivotal in positioning SGU as a premiere medical degree institute through its student-facing as well as functional support teams.
USS is an equal opportunity employer. As such, it is company policy to fill positions with qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex (including sexual orientation and gender presentation), age, religion, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, pregnancy, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, disability, status in the Uniformed Services of the United States (including veteran status) or status as a victim of domestic violence, except where there is a bona fide occupational qualification. This policy protects applicants and employees from discrimination in the hiring process.
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