MANAGER: INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (REF 1100)

Recruiter:

University of Fort Hare

Job Ref:

EC000291/Mandl

Date posted:

Tuesday, October 4, 2022

Location:

Eastern Cape , South Africa

JOB SUMMARY:
The University of Fort Hare is a vibrant, equitable and sustainable African university, committed to teaching and research excellence at the service of its students, scholars and the wider community.

The University of Fort Hare seeks to appoint for the following vacancy:

MANAGER: INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (REF 1100)
Campus: Alice and East London

JOB DESCRIPTION:

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Oversee the day-to-day administration and respond to queries from international students.
Manage the facilitation of programmes that enhance integration, social cohesion and create a welcoming environment for international students.
Develop and manage the orientation programme, welcome functions and cultural celebrations for international students.
Ensure timeous residence allocation for international students and advise them on accommodation related matters.
Plan and manage the registration process of international students.
Ensure international students’ compliance with immigration laws and university rules.
Prepare registration report of international students upon completion of registration processes.
Maintain accurate records of all categories of international students and post docs.
Prepare and write letters for study permit application and renewal purposes for international students.
Plan and facilitate workshops for international students and post docs on Immigration regulations.
Plan and manage the recruitment of prospective international students.
Manage and oversee the development of marketing and recruitment materials.
Develop recruitment brochures and other materials for recruitment purposes.
Use various (media) platforms to market the university and to recruit prospective international students.
Liaise with the Registrar’s office and Faculties to determine admission quotas for International Students, and ensure their timeous selection, admission, and smooth registration process.
Attend to international students’ enquiries including those related to registration, study visas and medical aid cover.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Master’s degree in the field of Humanities and Social Sciences, or Education, or Management and Commerce.
A minimum of six (6) years working experience with International Students within the field of Internationalisation.
At least six (6) years’ experience in developing and facilitating international students’ services and related programmes in an institution of higher learning.
At least six (6) years’ experience in enforcing international students’ compliance with immigration regulations and university rules.
Valid driver’s license.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Experience of working at various levels of Internationalisation at an institution of higher learning will be an added advantage.
Demonstrable experience of planning and participating in the recruitment of prospective international students.
Demonstrable experience of planning and facilitating workshops on immigration regulations at a university level.
Experience in the student higher education ITS system will be an added advantage.

COMPETENCIES:

Excellent writing and communication skills.
Sound networking and interpersonal skills.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Ability to work under pressure and willingness to work extra hours when a need arise.
Etiquette and respect for internal and external university stakeholders.
Conflict resolution and problems solving skills.
Sound knowledge of Immigration regulations.
Appreciation for cultural diversity.
Teamwork and office organizational skills.
Advanced computer literacy packages such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Teams, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Closing Date: 17 October 2022

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