Job Description

About Role

Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong seeks an outstanding and inspiring Director of Admissions & Marketing to join our team. The person must be able to motivate, challenge, and inspire our community and ensure that students come first in all that they do. The Director of Admissions & Marketing oversees all aspects of College Admissions and Marketing to attract, convert, and retain a community of families that shares our core values. Leading a team of experts, the Director of Admissions & Marketing will be a member of the College Leadership Team (CLT). Members of the CLT have joint responsibility for all aspects of the College. For full details of the role please refer to the Job Description.

Our School

Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong is a high-performing, market-leading international school in one of the most vibrant cities in the world. We were the first Dulwich College International school, opening our doors in 2003. Over the last 20 years, we have grown to become the school of choice in the city. The College is academically selective with a roll that currently stands at approximately 1,600. We are a diverse and dynamic community with students joining us from over 40 countries. We pride ourselves in having a highly professional and caring teaching community that enjoys a rewarding and supportive school environment. Facilities are outstanding and student outcomes are world-class in every respect.

We are more than simply outstanding academic results. Our values guide our students and community to be the very best people that they can be: to value every voice, to do the right thing, and to make a difference. Our Learning Principles ensure our students excel in music, drama, sport, and the arts, and that they involve themselves in service to our community. Service for us is not something we do, but we who are. We also understand the importance of well-being for all members of our community and the central role it plays in achieving success. For more about our College please visit https://shanghai-pudong.dulwich.org

Dulwich College International Schools are part of the wider EiM family, which aspires to be a global leader in pioneering education for a sustainable future. Across our schools, we are focused on nurturing every student to have the skills and motivation to thrive in life and make a positive difference in the world – that is, to Live Worldwide. To this end, we look to recruit the very best practitioners in international education who are passionate about unlocking the potential of our students, and who will continue to grow with us. Working within the highly prestigious Education in Motion group allows staff and students to collaborate closely with the other schools in our network. This encourages an international mindset and creates an extended community where creativity is valued and diversity is celebrated.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Respect for and understanding of Education.
• Educated to at least a degree standard in a related discipline.
• Strong experience in A&M with a minimum of 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven success in leading a team of admissions and marketing experts.
• Proven experience in developing an admissions and marketing plan/strategy in line with group direction.
• Demonstrable experience in leading marketing campaigns and building brand awareness based on a strong set of values.
• Experience in conducting insightful market research and developing associated marketing strategies.
• Ability to adapt and work independently, inter-college, and as part of project-based teams, as required.
• Experience managing events planning and overseeing execution.
• Experience in managing internal and external stakeholder groups.
• Good understanding of appropriate routes to market for different strategies.
• Understanding of and support for the Group’s mission.
• Project management skills with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality.
• The ability to show cultural sensitivity and a nurturing approach to education.
• A firm but supportive and approachable manner with the ability to lead others.
• Willingness to be flexible and accommodating to the demands of a busy international school.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

This job description is designed to outline primary responsibilities but not limit the employee or DCSPD to only the work identified. It is the expectation of the College that each employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our organization.

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