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Enrollment Operations & Process Lead

ALU
Location
Remote
Posted
today
Department
Enrollment
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 5+ years of experience in student recruitment, university admissions, or education-sector business development in East Africa
  • Proven track record of recruiting fee-paying students and meeting enrollment targets
  • Strong networks with international school counselors, private school administrators, or parent communities in East Africa
  • Familiarity with international curricula (IB, A-Level, IGCSE, AP)
  • Experience using CRM systems for pipeline management and recruitment reporting
  • Willingness to travel extensively within East Africa and occasionally beyond the region
Nice to have
  • Master's degree preferred
What the job really is

The Enrollment Operations & Process Lead at the African Leadership University will focus on leading the recruitment strategy for fee-paying students in East Africa, particularly from international and private schools. This role involves building relationships with school counselors and families, managing the admissions pipeline, and coordinating recruitment events. The position also includes mentoring junior team members and providing market intelligence to inform strategic planning.

Things to weigh
  • No salary listed
  • Role requires extensive travel within East Africa
  • Focus on a specific regional market may limit broader experience
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