Manager, International Recruitment

NAIT is looking for a dynamic and visionary Manager, International Student Recruitment to lead a highly collaborative team in advancing our internationalization strategy. You will be at the forefront of developing and executing data-informed international recruitment strategies, cultivating global partnerships, and ensuring the growth and diversity of our student body from around the world.

If you're a strategic thinker with a global mindset and a passion for education, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact at one of Canada's leading polytechnic institutions.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Develop and implement country
- and region-specific recruitment plans to meet international enrolment targets while aligning with NAIT’s strategic goals.
- Lead a team of Regional Recruitment Managers and in-country representatives, ensuring high performance, professional development, and alignment with recruitment objectives.
- Oversee planning and participation in international events, travel schedules, and promotional initiatives to increase NAIT’s visibility and student yield.
- Manage relationships with authorized agents, ensuring ethical practices, risk mitigation, and strong representation of the NAIT brand.
- Work closely with Admissions, Marketing, and Academic Schools to ensure consistent messaging, seamless applicant experiences, and high conversion rates.
- Collaborate with the International Marketing Coordinator and central marketing to design and distribute high-impact digital and print materials tailored to international audiences.
- Develop and manage a regional recruitment budget, making data-driven decisions on allocation and resource optimization.

**Skills & Abilities**:

- Strong intercultural communication and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent leadership, coaching, and team-building capabilities.
- Strategic thinking and planning with a keen understanding of market trends.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and make high-impact decisions in a fast-paced environment.
- High degree of professionalism, discretion, and ethical judgment.
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency with data-informed decision-making.
- Exceptional presentation and written communication abilities.

**Qualifications**:

- A bachelor's degree in a related field. (Masters considered an asset).
- Minimum five years of related experience in post-secondary education, recruitment, enrollment, sales, or marketing.
- Minimum two years in a leadership or management role.
- Experience with international student recruitment, CRM systems, and global education systems is highly preferred.
- Willingness and ability to travel internationally 3-5 times per year (30-60 days annually).
- Strong knowledge of Canadian immigration and international education policies is an asset.

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS).

**Remuneration**: $99,247.46 - $131,487.46 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

**Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.**

**About NAIT**

We are proud to have been named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for 14 consecutive years. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.

People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. We offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, we offer paid time off between Christmas and New Year's.

NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.

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