Student Recruitment Officer

JOB OVERVIEW

The Student Recruitment Officer is instrumental in enhancing Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute’s visibility and fortifying connections with potential students, thus attracting, and enrolling prospective students into Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI) programmes. This role requires proactive outreach, relationship building, and a passion for promoting career and technical education. Functions encompass admissions support, data driven recruitment analysis, and enrolment tracking. The Student Recruitment Officer plays a vital role in expanding the reach and impact of BTVI in its mandate to make the Institute the first choice for learners, and a cornerstone in strategic national workforce development.

Key Responsibilities:

Admissions Support

• Assist the Admissions Department in processing student applications, ensuring that prospective students receive timely and accurate guidance throughout the enrolment process.
• Verify application documents and provide preliminary assessments to expedite the admissions workflow.
• Assist with admissions support duties assigned within the Department.

Enrolment Tracking and Reporting

• Monitor and generate regular reports, as stipulated, on recruited students who successfully enrol at the institution.
• Track recruitment activities and evaluate the percentage of prospective students who have enroled.
• Provide data-driven ·insights and recommendations to improve recruitment strategies based on enrolment trends.

Information Sessions and Campus Tours

• Conduct informational sessions for prospective students to highlight the institution’s programmes, career pathways, and support services.
• Organize and lead facility tours showcasing the campus, classrooms, laboratories, and other key resources.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to ensure engaging and informative experience for prospective students, donors, and industry partners.

Representing BTVI at Career and Industry Events

• Represent the institution at career fairs, industry events, and community gatherings to promote programme offerings and engage potential students.
• Establish connections with employers, school counsellors, and community organisations to strengthen recruitment pipelines.
• Provide on-site informational materials and answer inquiries from prospective students and stakeholders.

Education and Experience:

• Associate degree in business administration or related field required.
• Previous experience in recruitment, admissions, sales or a related field is advantageous.

Specialised Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form, including giving presentations.
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.
• Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships, both internally and externally.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to support recruitment events.
• Ability to oversee highly confidential information.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Capacity to learn student information systems.