(Relatively) Fresh graduates, Warwicks Singapore office is expanding (again!)! We are looking for a recent or fresh graduate to join the Singapore operations on a permanent basis, so if you are interested in the higher education sector, like regional travel, and would like the opportunity to contribute to your alma maters development, read on! ........................................................................................................................ INTERNATIONAL LIASION MANAGER (based in Singapore) International Office The University of Warwick is one of Britain’s leading universities with a high research profile and an outstanding record of innovation and achievement. It has reached this position through the expertise, enthusiasm, and commitment of its staff. As part of our plans to expand the engagement of students and other key stakeholders in Southeast Asia, an exciting opportunity for a Singapore-based International Liaison Manager post has arisen within the University’s International Office. The post-holder will contribute to the development and implementation of the University’s student recruitment strategy through leading on or supporting a number of recruitment and marketing projects. Candidates are expected to be educated to an upper second class honours degree level or equivalent, and preferably possess one to two years’ relevant work experience. The role will require a strong interest in the higher education sector in Southeast Asia, and the ability and willingness to undertake some regional travel. The ability to work effectively in one or more languages widely spoken in Southeast Asia, other than English, would be highly advantageous. The University is an equal opportunity employer. Applications should be emailed to [email protected]. The closing time/date for applications is 6 October 2014 5.00 pm British Summer Time (12 midnight Singapore time). We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Interested applicants from outside of Singapore should note that, in the event of being shortlisted for an interview, all travel costs will be borne by the candidate, and that the University is unable to provide a relocation package to Singapore, should an offer be made. JOB DESCRIPTION POST TITLE: International Liaison Manager (based in Singapore) DEPARTMENT: International Office POST RESPONSIBLE TO: Operations Director, Singapore Hub SALARY: S$40,000 per annum (negotiable) CLOSING DATE: Monday, 6th October 2014 5.00 pm British Summer Time (12 midnight Singapore time) INTERVIEW DATE: Saturday, 18th October 2014, in Singapore JOB PURPOSE: To support student recruitment and engagement with alumni and other stakeholders for the University in Southeast Asia. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. To recruit students to Warwick at all levels (foundation, undergraduate, postgraduate) across the ASEAN region, supporting the Operations Director and Senior Liaison Manager, including provision of accurate advice and application guidance to prospective students, in person and/or through email correspondence and phone calls. 2. To organise participation in, and attending in person where required, exhibitions and other promotional events overseas, and briefing/making arrangements for other staff attending such events. 3. To provide market intelligence data, reports and advice on the designated territories to academic and administrative colleagues as required. This will include ad hoc reports through the year, as well as regular monitoring of data. 4. To develop and monitor the University’s online and social media presence in the region to enhance student recruitment and contacts with stakeholders. 5. To assist Warwick colleagues with organising programmes for visitors from Southeast Asia to the University, in particular planning and executing programmes for senior delegations and personnel, and to advise senior University colleagues involved in such visits. 6. Working with the Operations Director to develop strategies to raise the profile of the University in the ASEAN countries including identifying and taking forward opportunities for academic collaboration, student exchanges and other programmes and events. 7. To deputise for the Operations Director as required, and undertake other duties as instructed from time to time by the Operations Director. PERSON SPECIFICATION POST TITLE: International Liaison Manager (based in Singapore) DEPARTMENT: International Office The Person Specification focuses on the knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications required to undertake the role effectively. REQUIREMENTS (MEASURED BY): (a) Application (b) Test/Exercise (c) Interview (d) Presentation [Essential (E) or Desirable (D)]: At least an upper second class honours degree or equivalent E a A degree from a UK university D a Excellent inter-personal skills and the ability to relate to a wide range of people, including senior personnel in and beyond the university E c Excellent communication and oral/written presentation skills E a, c, d Student recruitment experience in one or more major international markets D a, c Experience of, or a strong and demonstrable interest in, market research D a, c, d Previous experience relevant to working with other cultures and in an international context E a, c The ability to work both as part of a team and on own initiative E a, c The flexibility to respond well to unexpected situations and tasks as they arise E c The ability to manage a heavy workload, and to maintain high levels of accuracy under pressure E b, c Good IT skills, especially Microsoft Office packages, and experience of working with social media D a, c The ability to work effectively in one or more languages, particularly those commonly used in Southeast Asia, other than English E a, c
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