Recruitment & Outreach (UK & International) Officer at University of Kent

The University of Kent is inviting applications for the role of Recruitment and Outreach Officer, a full-time position pivotal to strengthening the university’s student recruitment efforts across undergraduate, postgraduate, and international markets. As part of the Student Recruitment team, this role entails representing the university in various settings, including recruitment fairs, school and college visits, and webinars, both within the UK and internationally. You will play a vital role in enhancing the university’s profile and ensuring it remains competitive in a rapidly evolving sector.

This position requires a proactive individual who understands the challenges and opportunities related to student funding, recruitment trends, and the modern student experience. As Recruitment and Outreach Officer, you will deliver tailored recruitment strategies in collaboration with colleagues, connecting prospective students with opportunities at the University of Kent.

Advice for Applicants:

• Highlight Your Understanding of International Education: Demonstrate your knowledge of key markets for international students, such as trends in regions like Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, or the Americas. Show familiarity with challenges international students may face, such as visa applications, tuition funding, accommodation, and cultural adjustment.
• Showcase Your Communication and Presentation Skills: Emphasize your ability to design impactful content tailored to diverse audiences. If you’ve worked on outreach or recruitment campaigns that target international groups, mention how you adapted communication styles or messaging to suit cultural nuances.
• Share Experience in International Recruitment or Marketing: Draw attention to any previous experience you’ve had attending student fairs, connecting with agents, or managing recruitment trips abroad. Outline how you’ve worked to build relationships with international schools, embassies, or educational organizations.
• Demonstrate Strategic Thinking: Highlight your ability to align recruitment activities with broader institutional goals, such as maintaining cultural diversity, improving global rankings, or strengthening international reputation. Discuss how you’d monitor and evaluate recruitment efforts to ensure effective outreach, both locally and globally.

What You’ll Bring to the Role:

• Knowledge of the current challenges and opportunities facing undergraduate and postgraduate students, particularly regarding funding and recruitment.
• Experience delivering high-energy, professional presentations to a variety of audiences.
• A recruitment and relationship-focused mindset, paired with excellent interpersonal skills.

What the University of Kent Offers You:

• Flexible hybrid working arrangements supporting office and home-based work.
• Generous annual leave (43 days pro rata for full-time work).
• Robust pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Access to employee-funded healthcare via Benenden Health.

International Applicants: If you are an international applicant, ensure you meet visa requirements to work in the UK. Emphasize any experience or skills that demonstrate your knowledge of UK higher education recruitment processes.

How to Apply: To apply, visit the university’s website through the ‘Apply’ button in the job listing. Prepare a detailed application that reflects your understanding of student recruitment challenges, with particular emphasis on adapting strategies for international audiences. Ensure your CV and cover letter clearly outline your skills, experience, and passion for connecting students with transformational educational opportunities.

For detailed job description and inquiries, contact the HR Team at peopleserviceshr@kent.ac.uk quoting the reference number EE-011-25. Join the University of Kent in shaping its next generation of students both locally and globally, making a lasting impact on your career and the lives of learners worldwide.