In-Country Officer at University of Reading (UKEAS) Nigeria

The University of Reading is ranked in the top 1% of universities in the world. We are a global university that enjoys a world-class reputation for teaching, research and enterprise.

The University was established in 1892, received its Royal Charter in 1926, and has developed into a leading force in British and international higher education.

We deliver a world-class student experience, research-led teaching and our graduate employability record is excellent. The numbers of our students going on to higher level study is well above the national average.

We are recruiting to fill the vacant position in our Nigeria office:

Job Title: In-Country Officer (Full-time)

Location: Lagos

Job Description
You will be based within the Lagos UKEAS office in Nigeria and will be responsible for recruitment and the follow up of prospective students on behalf of the University of Reading. You will provide administrative support to manage students’ applications and will liaise with the University to ensure that applicants are kept updated about their application and are processed as smoothly and efficiently as possible.

Essential Requirements:

• A graduate degree with a minimum 2nd class lower division
• Must be able to work in a customer-facing environment
• Excellent presentation, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in teams and independently with minimal supervision
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Ability to multitask as well as a high degree of attention to detail
• Experience of social media for marketing purposes
• Target driven

Industry: Education

• Specialisation: -student recruitment, customer service and office support
• Required experience: 3 years’ post-NYSC experience

Application Closing Date
31st October 2014, 4pm

How to Apply
Interested candidates should send a full CV and a covering letter detailing why you think you are best suited for this job to: [email protected]