Admission Specialist
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About the Role
KAUST seeks an Admission Specialist to guide students in securing admissions to top international universities. The role provides strategic advising, CV enhancement, and internship placement.
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Responsibilities
- Guide students in selecting and applying to top international universities that align with their academic interests and career aspirations at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels
- Provide comprehensive support throughout the application process, including reviewing and refining application materials and CVs
- Suggest strategic internship locations and opportunities to strengthen the student’s application and profile for competitive admissions
- Deliver targeted workshops and presentations on international university admissions processes and requirements
- Prepare students for university interviews and assist in navigating international visa requirements
- Maintain up to date knowledge of admissions requirements and deadlines for elite international universities worldwide
- Build and maintain professional relationships with admissions offices at partner and target international universities
- Track student applications and admissions outcomes for international universities to evaluate program success
- Contribute to program evaluation and continuous improvement efforts within the Academy
- Assist in the planning and execution of Academy events and student activities
- Represent the Academy at recruitment events and presentations to attract high caliber talent
- Develop and maintain relationships with high schools and other educational institutions in Saudi Arabia
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in international student advising or university admissions
- Experience working with high achieving students
- Strong understanding of international university admissions processes and requirements for both undergraduate and postgraduate tracks
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and advising skills tailored for mentoring young, high achieving students
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple student profiles
- Commitment to supporting student success and academic excellence
- Knowledge of the Saudi education system and national strategic priorities
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Position Summary
- The Admission Specialist dedicated to guiding and supporting students in securing admissions to top international universities for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
- The role will provide strategic advising, including CV enhancement and internship placement, to ensure students are competitive candidates for world class institutions.
Major Responsibilities
- Guide students in selecting and applying to top international universities that align with their academic interests and career aspirations at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
- Provide comprehensive support throughout the application process, including reviewing and refining application materials and CVs.
- Suggest strategic internship locations and opportunities to strengthen the student’s application and profile for competitive admissions.
- Deliver targeted workshops and presentations on international university admissions processes and requirements.
- Prepare students for university interviews and assist in navigating international visa requirements.
- Maintain up to date knowledge of admissions requirements and deadlines for elite international universities worldwide.
- Build and maintain professional relationships with admissions offices at partner and target international universities.
- Track student applications and admissions outcomes for international universities to evaluate program success.
- Contribute to program evaluation and continuous improvement efforts within the Academy.
- Assist in the planning and execution of Academy events and student activities.
- Represent the Academy at recruitment events and presentations to attract high caliber talent.
- Develop and maintain relationships with high schools and other educational institutions in Saudi Arabia.
Personal Requirements
- Strong understanding of international university admissions processes and requirements for both undergraduate and postgraduate tracks.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and advising skills tailored for mentoring young, high achieving students.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple student profiles.
- Commitment to supporting student success and academic excellence.
- Knowledge of the Saudi education system and national strategic priorities.
Experience and Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in international student advising or university admissions.
- Experience working with high achieving students.
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