Work Location: Remote – Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (Mandatory)
Experience Required: 4+ years in international student recruitment / higher education
Salary Budget: Up to USD $24,000 annually
Position Summary
The Country Manager/Senior Enrollment Specialist – Vietnam will lead the University's enrollment growth in Vietnam. This position will oversee agent network expansion, develop market strategies, manage key partnerships, and lead high-level recruitment initiatives while directly contributing to enrollment targets.
This role requires a highly experienced professional who is based in Ho Chi Minh City and has a well-established, high-performing agent network across Vietnam, particularly in Ho Chi Minh City.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Agent & Market Leadership (70%)
- Develop and execute Vietnam recruitment strategy aligned with institutional goals.
- Utilize and expand a strong existing agent network, particularly in Ho Chi Minh City.
- Identify and onboard high-quality new agents and institutional partners.
- Conduct advanced agent training, performance reviews, and strategy sessions.
- Strengthen relationships with key stakeholders including feeder schools and sponsors.
- Analyze market trends and competitor positioning.
Direct Recruitment & Market Expansion (30%)
- Lead major recruitment events, seminars, and institutional presentations.
- Engage directly with high-potential students and sponsors.
- Represent the University in high-level institutional meetings.
- Drive conversion strategies to increase enrollment yield.
Additional Leadership Responsibilities
- Develop annual recruitment and marketing plans with measurable KPIs.
- Manage recruitment budgets and activity planning.
- Build relationships with Education USA, the Ministry of Education, international schools, and sponsors.
- Support alumni engagement and ambassador initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with evolving regulatory frameworks.
Travel Requirements
- Frequent regional travel across Vietnam (50–60% during peak seasons).
- Occasional international travel to the U.S. or regional conferences.
- Must have a valid passport.
Mandatory Qualifications
- 4+ years of experience in international higher education recruitment
- Very strong and proven agent network in Vietnam, especially in Ho Chi Minh City
- Must be currently based in Ho Chi Minh City
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Understands and adapts to US cultural norms as part of the working environment
- Fluency in Vietnamese and English required
- Flexible to US work hours and ability to meet early morning/late night
- Proven ability to meet recruitment targets and drive performance
- Must have experience in working with agents and have an extensive network
- Must work independently and provide input and direction for strategic planning and execution
- Team player
