Head of Admissions

Position Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive admissions strategy aligned with the university's enrollment targets and strategic plan.
• Lead and supervise the Admissions team (2 Admissions Officers), establishing workflows, performance metrics, and quality standards.
• Design and implement the admissions process from application through enrollment, including criteria, evaluation rubrics, decision authority, exception handling, and documentation standards.
• Implement applicant pipeline management in CRM/admissions system with communications cadence and yield conversion tracking.
• Collaborate with the Marketing department to plan and execute student recruitment campaigns, open houses, school visits, and digital outreach.
• Establish and manage relationships with secondary schools, guidance counselors, and educational agents in Saudi Arabia and the region.
• Ensure all admissions processes comply with Saudi MOHE regulations, including Qiyas/Tahsili score requirements and credential evaluation.
• Coordinate with ASU on dual-degree program admissions criteria, application requirements, and enrollment verification.
• Define authenticity/verification steps for applicant documents and establish file-audit routines.
• Prepare admissions reports and enrollment updates for the Provost, President, and Board of Directors

Year-One Launch Priorities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field; Master's degree strongly preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in university admissions, enrollment management, or student recruitment, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Deep knowledge of the Saudi higher education landscape, including MOHE admissions regulations, Qiyas, and Tahsili requirements.
• Full professional proficiency in Arabic and English.
• Proven track record of meeting enrollment targets in a competitive market.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• Experience launching admissions operations for a new institution or program.
• Familiarity with CRM systems for admissions (e.g., Slate, Salesforce for Higher Ed).
• Experience with international admissions and dual-degree program enrollment.
• Network of relationships with secondary schools and educational stakeholders in Saudi Arabia.

Key Competencies & Skills

• Strategic thinking with the ability to translate enrollment goals into actionable plans.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent public speaking and relationship-building abilities.
• Data-driven decision-making and analytical skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset suited to launching operations in a startup environment.
• Cultural sensitivity and marketing savvy in the Saudi education context.

Special Considerations & Compliance