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International Officer

University of Northampton

Location: Northampton
Salary: £38,205 to £42,978 per annum
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract
Placed On: 13th September 2024
Closes: 29th September 2024
Job Ref: UN5066
 

About the Job 

Fixed term for up to 12 months or upon the return of the post holder, whichever is sooner

Interview Date: Thursday 10 October 2024 

We are seeking an organised and motivated individual to join our busy International Recruitment team within the department of Global Engagement. You will be a key team member, involved with all elements of the recruitment and admission of international students. You will be required to liaise with key internal stakeholders, and external bodies such as ministries, embassies, the British Council, UKVI and other UK and international higher education providers. 

This post will involve extensive travel overseas (up to 12 weeks per year) to represent the University of Northampton at international student recruitment events, as well as visiting partner institutions, potential collaborators and overseas representatives as appropriate. 

Key areas of responsibility include: 

  • Working to achieve international student recruitment and income targets;
  • Developing, managing and monitoring the overseas representatives’ network in a designated region;
  • Representing the University at UK/overseas exhibitions and fairs, seminars, school/institution visits and attend meetings with representatives from embassies and other stakeholders, and evaluating all activity;
  • To work in collaboration with academic Faculties and other departments within the University on market intelligence, promotion and development of courses, including opportunities for overseas visits/collaboration and partnership development and liaise regularly with internal stakeholders;
  • To monitor international student applications during the application/admission procedure and work closely with the Admissions team;
  • Producing country-specific strategies and managing country budgets.

We want you to be able to carry out your work in a way that best supports UON and our students, but also you as an individual. We understand this may vary between different areas of the university as well as from one person to another. With Smarter Working you can work with increased flexibility, if you would like to, which can facilitate greater freedom and autonomy.

About You 

You will have;

  • Experience in a similar or related role, with the ability to develop and implement marketing and recruitment plans and work to an agreed target in a fast-paced environment;
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence others and develop excellent working relationships;
  • Experience of successfully working both independently and as part of a team and excellent organisation and planning skills are also essential to this post.

Qualifications 

Essential;

  • Educated to degree level, equivalent qualification or commensurate experience.

Desirable;

  • Professional marketing qualification.

Faculty/Department

The International Team sits within the department of Global Engagement. We are responsible for the recruitment and admission of on-campus international students to the University of Northampton and for the associated marketing for this objective.

Right to Work

All candidates will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK at interview. The University can consider Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this position subject to eligibility requirements of the points-based system being met.

Equality

We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.

The University of Northampton is committed to providing a vibrant, ethical and sustainable work, study and living environment that values equality, diversity and inclusion.

This commitment, along with our legal and moral obligations, provides an inclusive environment for staff, students and the public who may be affected by our activities.

To find out more, please visit: https://www.northampton.ac.uk/about-us/governance-and-management/management/equality-and-diversity/

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