Job Description: Manager – International Students at University of Fort Hare
ExecutivePlacements.com is inviting applications for the position of Manager: International Students at the University of Fort Hare, located in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. This permanent role forms part of the International Affairs and Partnerships Directorate and focuses on advancing the University’s Internationalisation and Partnerships strategy through effective international student management.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead strategic international student recruitment initiatives.
- Ensure regulatory compliance for international student admissions and services.
- Manage admissions processes, credential evaluations, and student well-being programs.
- Develop and implement academic and support programs including accommodation, psychosocial referrals, and learning support.
- Enhance international students’ transition and overall university experience.
- Oversee financial planning and budgeting related to international student operations.
- Manage staff within the International Students Function.
Position Details
- Reference: EC000743/FM
- Job Reference No.: RP35
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Location: Eastern Cape, South Africa
- Reporting To: Director, International Affairs and Partnerships
Requirements for Manager: International Students
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in a relevant field.
- At least 5 years of experience in higher education management.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in international student recruitment, marketing, and promotion.
- At least 3 years’ experience providing international student services.
- Minimum 3 years of international credential interpretation and evaluation expertise.
Key Competencies
- Strong business acumen and strategic change leadership.
- Excellent critical thinking and partnering abilities.
- Experience in academic programme and quality management.
- Understanding of academic standards formulation and compliance.
- Ability to collaborate across academic functions.
- Research and innovation acumen including research support knowledge.
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