International Recruitment & Admission Officer

About the role

Onboard Nigeria is seeking an International Recruitment and Admission Officer to join its Lagos office. The role involves guiding prospective students through the entire application journey for study programmes in the UK, Cyprus, Poland and Turkey, ensuring a smooth and supportive experience from first contact to enrollment.

Key responsibilities

• Respond to student inquiries and provide clear guidance on admission requirements.
• Manage end‑to‑end recruitment pipelines, tracking applications from initial contact to offer.
• Liaise with partner universities abroad and maintain accurate applicant records.
• Organise information sessions, outreach events and webinars to generate leads.
• Review documentation for eligibility, compliance and completeness.
• Prepare regular reports on recruitment performance and suggest process improvements.

Required profile

• Proven experience in student recruitment, admissions or educational consulting, preferably with international programmes.
• Strong client‑service orientation and ability to communicate empathetically with diverse applicants and families.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of simplifying complex admission criteria.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple applications simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Experience using CRM or admissions management software.
• Comfort working with digital documentation and online portals.