International Officer (US Based)
University of Aberdeen -External Affairs
SRA009A
College / University Administration: University Administration
Discipline / Area: Student Recruitment & Admissions Service
Position Type: Full-time
University Grade Structure: Grade 6
Salary From: £30,424
Salary To: £36,298
Job Summary: The Student Recruitment and Admissions Service provides advice and information to prospective students, their parents, careers advisors and teachers, and University staff. The section is responsible for all recruitment activities relating to undergraduate, postgraduate and international students. The main function of the section is to work closely with all departments to achieve student recruitment targets for the University; develop relationships with prospective students and their influencers; and enhance the University’s international profile through academic and commercial links.
Based in the United States of America, the main purpose of the post is to contribute to the University’s international recruitment activities in North and South America with the aim of increasing the number of international students recruited to the University and improving conversion of applicants to registered students at undergraduate, postgraduate and study abroad level.
The International Officer will report directly to the Americas Manager and the Head of the International Office. Close liaison with prospective students, other administrative and academic departments within the University, University representatives overseas and key partner organisations will be required.
Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 6 salary scale (£30,424 - £36,298 per annum) with placement according to qualifications and experience. Salary will be paid in US$.
Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Dominic Milne, Acting Head of International Office, Student Recruitment and Admissions Service, (Tel: 01224 272090, e-mail: dominic.milne@abdn.ac.uk).
The successful candidate must have the right to work and live in the United States of America.
To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs
Job Reference Number: SRA009A
The closing date for the receipt of applications is 24 April 2013.
Promoting Diversity and Equal Opportunities throughout the University
Closing Date: 24/4/2013
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