International Recruitment Officer

Grok Global Services

. Support the University of Waterloo’s undergraduate student recruitment activities across Southeast Asia .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeHo Chi Minh City • VietnamJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong relationship-building and strategic skills to enhance student recruitment and brand presence in Southeast Asia. Proficient in stakeholder engagement, market analysis, and collaborative teamwork to support the University of Waterloo's recruitment initiatives.

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Stakeholder Relationship ManagementStrategic Recruitment InitiativesPublic Speaking and Presentation SkillsProfessional Working Proficiency in EnglishExperience in International Education

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Hard Skills

Student RecruitmentMarket AnalysisBrand PromotionData AnalysisEvent Planning

Soft Skills

Relationship-BuildingCreative Problem-SolvingAttention to DetailEmotional MaturityMultitasking

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationInternational EducationStudy AbroadStudent MobilityCanada-Related Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the University of Waterloo’s undergraduate student recruitment activities across Southeast Asia
Disseminate information about Waterloo and its undergraduate programs to stakeholders
Execute localized regional promotion and brand-building activities
Build and nurture relationships with study abroad agencies and counselors
Build and nurture relationships with high school guidance counselors
Follow up with prospective students throughout the recruitment cycle to support conversion, transition, and enrollment at Waterloo
Train and support study abroad agencies and high school guidance counselors
Collaborate with the admissions office, staff, and Faculties to maximize Waterloo’s profile
Plan and deliver market activities supporting Waterloo’s brand and reputation
Identify and share higher education trends affecting student mobility and overseas education, particularly trends impacting Canada as a study destination
Provide strategic recommendations on local recruitment initiatives and opportunities to enhance Waterloo’s brand presence and reputation in Southeast Asia
Travel frequently, with significant travel time required (40%)
Work collaboratively within a team environment and support colleagues as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

2–4+ years of experience in increasingly responsible roles related to education or international education
Proven track record of building and nurturing relationships with key stakeholders to support student recruitment
Experience presenting to large and small groups and interacting with prospective students, families, alumni, and high school counselors
Experience representing an overseas institution is an advantage
Bachelor’s degree with good to strong academic performance
Strong English at a Professional Working Proficiency, including a high standard of business writing skills
Study or experience abroad is strongly preferred
Canada-related experience would be an asset
Voluntary or other life experience demonstrating creativity, hard work, persistence, and a drive to succeed
High degree of professionalism
Strong relationship-building skills
Sophisticated people-management skills
Strong strategic skills to evaluate issues and make tactical recommendations
Sound judgment / internal moral compass
Ability to multitask and manage a balanced agenda
Strong customer sensitivity
Attention to detail
Creative problem-solving skills
Emotional maturity and confidence
Ambitious and results-oriented
Initiative and resourcefulness
Hardworking and persistent
Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Supportive work environment
Significant travel opportunities (approximately 40% of the position)
Professional interaction with international clients
Training and meetings with the University of Waterloo admissions office and other staff and Faculty