International Student Recruitment Officer

Job Description

Nazarbayev University is seeking a for International Student Recruitment Officer to support the implementation of the University’s international recruitment activities.

The Officer will work with prospective international students, educational agents, schools, and internal stakeholders to attract qualified applicants to foundation, undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs, including fee-paying programs.

Key responsibilities:

• Implement international student recruitment activities in line with the Department’s approved plans and targets;
• Represent the University at international education fairs, exhibitions, webinars, presentations, and other recruitment events;
• Deliver presentations and consultations to prospective international students on academic programs, admission requirements, student life, and career opportunities;
• Coordinate operational communication with education agents, recruitment partners, consultants, and international schools;
• Organize training sessions for recruitment agents on the University’s programs, admission requirements, and student experience;
• Provide administrative support in preparing agreements, documentation, and reports related to recruitment agents and partners;
• Collect feedback and proposals from agents and submit relevant matters to the Director for consideration;
• Analyze previous recruitment results and contribute to annual recruitment planning;
• Conduct market research to identify new recruitment opportunities, target markets, and international education trends;
• Prepare recommendations aimed at improving recruitment performance and achieving enrollment targets;
• Support international applicants throughout the admissions process and refer complex cases to the relevant specialists when required;
• Participate in discussions related to admission rules and partial scholarship opportunities for international students;
• Collaborate with Schools and other University units on recruitment events, marketing activities, and applicant support.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, management, international relations, or another relevant field;
• A master’s degree in a relevant field is an advantage;
• A degree from an institution where English was the language of instruction is an advantage.

Professional experience:

• At least five years of relevant professional experience in higher education, student recruitment, student services, international cooperation, education consulting, or event coordination;
• Demonstrated experience working with external partners, educational agencies, international schools, or student recruitment agents;
• Experience in international student recruitment is strongly preferred.

Knowledge and skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment;
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills;
• Ability to manage several activities and projects simultaneously and meet deadlines;
• Ability to prepare professional reports, analytical briefs, and presentations;
• Understanding of international education trends and cross-cultural communication;
• Knowledge of Kazakhstan’s education and migration requirements relevant to international students is an advantage;
• Strong attention to detail, personal responsibility, and results orientation;
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Language requirements:

• Fluency in English;
• Knowledge of Kazakh and Russian;
• Knowledge of additional languages is a strong advantage.

Additional Information

The role involves regular cooperation with academic Schools, administrative units, international partners, educational agents, prospective students, and their families. The successful candidate must be willing to travel internationally and represent Nazarbayev University at recruitment events, partner meetings, and education exhibitions.

The position requires a high level of professionalism, discretion, accountability, and commitment to the mission and values of Nazarbayev University.

Recruitment and selection process

Recruitment and selection at Nazarbayev University include preliminary selection based on experience and qualifications, followed by assessments and formal interviews. Formal interviews are typically based on organizational values and behaviors and conducted in English.