Position Summary
We are seeking an Admissions & Outreach Coordinator to support student recruitment, application processing, and applicant communications for academic programs. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who can manage multiple timelines, guide prospective students through admissions steps, and coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure a smooth applicant experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as a first point of contact for prospective students via email, phone, and in-person/virtual counseling.
- Provide accurate guidance on eligibility criteria, application steps, documentation requirements, and key dates.
- Coordinate end-to-end application support: document collection, verification tracking, and follow-ups with applicants.
- Maintain and update applicant records in admissions systems/CRM, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.
- Support admissions events (open houses, webinars, school/college outreach visits) and manage attendee communications.
- Collaborate with academic departments, examination/selection teams, and administrative offices to align on processes and timelines.
- Prepare routine status reports and dashboards on inquiries, applications, conversions, and pending documentation.
- Draft and publish applicant communications (notices, FAQs, instructions) in coordination with communications/IT teams.
- Assist with helpline operations during peak admissions periods and ensure service-level responsiveness.
- Ensure compliance with institutional policies and applicable regulations related to admissions and student data.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (Master’s preferred).
- 1–3 years of experience in admissions, student services, education administration, customer support, or a related role.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain complex processes clearly.
- High attention to detail with strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Proficiency with MS Office/Google Workspace (Excel/Sheets, Word/Docs, email tools).
- Comfort working with databases/CRM systems; ability to learn new portals quickly.
- Professional, student-first approach with strong problem-solving and follow-up discipline.
- Ability to manage peak workloads during application deadlines and event days.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience coordinating academic admissions, entrance processes, counseling, or documentation verification.
- Familiarity with higher-education processes in India (eligibility, reservations, merit lists, counseling workflows).
- Experience organizing webinars/events and using basic marketing/outreach tools.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with performance-based growth opportunities.
- Professional development support (training on admissions systems, communication, and process improvement).
- Collaborative work environment with exposure to university operations and student lifecycle processes.
- Paid leave and holidays as per institutional policy.
- Opportunity to contribute directly to student success and institutional impact.
About the Company
Our organization supports higher-education institutions and academic programs by enabling efficient admissions operations, applicant guidance, and outreach. We focus on process clarity, timely communication, and data-driven coordination to improve the applicant experience and ensure accurate, compliant admissions workflows.
How to Apply
Submit your resume and a brief cover note highlighting relevant admissions/coordination experience and your availability. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.