Job Description
Company: Lancaster University Ghana
Job Title: Student Recruitment Officer
Location: Accra, Ghana
Employment Type: Full-Time
Application Deadline: December 28, 2026
Industry: Higher Education / Student Recruitment / Sales & Marketing
Salary: Not Disclosed
Experience Required: 5–8 Years
Education Level: Master’s Degree
Job Overview
Lancaster University Ghana is seeking a highly motivated, dynamic, and results-driven Student Recruitment Officer to join its team in Accra, Ghana. This position is ideal for passionate education professionals with strong sales, recruitment, and relationship management experience who are committed to helping students shape their futures through quality higher education opportunities.
The successful candidate will play a strategic role in student acquisition, institutional brand growth, partnerships development, and recruitment campaign management while promoting the university’s academic offerings and core values.
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Job Purpose
The Student Recruitment Officer will be responsible for driving student enrollment targets by implementing effective recruitment strategies, engaging prospective students, strengthening stakeholder partnerships, and promoting Lancaster University Ghana’s educational programs.
The role requires strong sales capabilities, relationship-building expertise, and an in-depth understanding of higher education recruitment trends.
Key Duties and Responsibilities (Job Description)
The Student Recruitment Officer will be responsible for:
Student Recruitment & Enrollment
- Driving student recruitment initiatives to achieve enrollment targets.
- Identifying and engaging prospective students through various outreach channels.
- Advising prospective students and families on university programs, admissions requirements, and enrollment processes.
- Supporting applicants throughout the admissions journey.
Sales & Marketing Activities
- Developing and implementing student recruitment and conversion strategies.
- Conducting education-focused sales activities to increase applications and enrollments.
- Participating in recruitment campaigns, roadshows, educational fairs, and promotional events.
- Supporting digital marketing and lead generation efforts.
Relationship Management
- Building and maintaining strong partnerships with:
- Secondary schools
- Colleges
- Educational consultants
- Community organizations
- Parents and guardians
- Strengthening institutional visibility and market presence.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Representing Lancaster University Ghana at educational exhibitions, networking forums, and recruitment events.
- Conducting presentations and information sessions for prospective students and stakeholders.
- Maintaining strong professional relationships with recruitment partners.
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Market Research & Reporting
- Monitoring higher education trends and competitor recruitment strategies.
- Conducting student market analysis to identify new recruitment opportunities.
- Preparing reports on recruitment performance, conversion rates, and student engagement.
Student Support & Customer Experience
- Providing exceptional support to prospective students.
- Addressing inquiries related to programs, admissions, scholarships, and student life.
- Ensuring a positive applicant experience from inquiry to enrollment.
Required Qualifications and Education
Applicants should possess:
Education Requirements
- A Master’s Degree in:
- Marketing
- Business Administration
- Education Management
- Communications
- Public Relations
- Sales & Marketing
- Or another related discipline
Added Advantage
- Professional certifications in:
- Marketing and Sales
- Student Recruitment
- Education Management
- CRM Systems
- Digital Marketing
Experience Requirements
Candidates should have:
- Minimum 5–8 years of professional experience in:
- Student recruitment
- Educational sales and marketing
- Admissions management
- Relationship management
- Business development
- Previous experience working within:
- Universities
- Higher education institutions
- International schools
- Education consultancy firms
- Proven track record of meeting recruitment or sales targets.
Required Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidate should possess:
- Strong sales and negotiation skills
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities
- Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills
- Customer service and student-centered approach
- Ability to work independently and achieve targets
- Strong organizational and planning skills
- Data analysis and reporting capabilities
- Computer proficiency and CRM experience
Personal Attributes
Successful applicants should demonstrate:
- Passion for education and student success
- Professionalism and integrity
- Results-driven mindset
- Confidence in public speaking and presentations
- Adaptability and innovation
- Strong networking abilities
Salary and Benefits
- Salary: Not disclosed by the employer
- Competitive remuneration package based on qualifications and experience
- Performance-based incentives may apply
- Career growth opportunities in higher education leadership
- Professional development and institutional training opportunities
- Exposure to international academic standards and networks
Training and Professional Development
Selected candidates may receive:
- Student recruitment and admissions training
- CRM and enrollment systems onboarding
- Institutional brand and program orientation
- Leadership and stakeholder management development
- Sales and conversion strategy coaching
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How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications through the employer’s official “Apply Here” platform before the application deadline.
Application Deadline
December 28, 2026
Important Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews and further recruitment stages.