Regional Manager, International Recruitment and Business Development, South Asia

Designation: Regional Manager, International Recruitment and Business Development, South Asia

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About Algonquin College(

Algonquin College, located in Ottawa, Ontario, is one of Canada’s leading polytechnic institutions, known for its strong focus on hands-on, applied learning and industry partnerships. Serving over 50,000 full- and part-time students across more than 200 programs, the College is recognized for its innovation in digital learning, sustainability initiatives, and commitment to student success. With campuses in Ottawa & Pembroke and AC Online, Algonquin prepares graduates with the practical skills and knowledge needed to thrive in today’s workforce.

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GEC is a reputed advisory firm comprised of professionals specializing in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, Compliance, marketing, Information Technology, and Law. Our team includes Chartered Accountants, MBAs, Engineers, and Attorneys with a wealth of industry experience, enabling us to deliver strategic advisory and business planning solutions. Our approach is rooted in understanding our clients' unique needs, allowing us to provide customized strategies that drive sustainable success. Focusing on Canada, the USA, the UK, Australia and India, we offer comprehensive accounting services that enhance operational efficiency, optimize financial performance, and support the long-term growth of our clients’ businesses.

Reporting to the Associate Director, this role leads the implementation of international recruitment, marketing, and business development initiatives for the college in South Asia. The Regional Manager develops and executes annual recruitment and marketing strategies, manages partnerships and agent relationships, and oversees budgets and staff.

The role requires in-depth knowledge of regional markets, student mobility trends, and international education policies to align strategies with institutional goals.

Responsibilities also include business development, proposal writing, managing international projects, and ensuring compliance with provincial and government standards.

The position involves significant travel in South Asia and occasional international travel, collaboration with global partners, and representing Algonquin College at national and international forums to expand its presence and impact.

Regional Manager, International Recruitment and Business Development, South Asia for Algonquin College

The candidate should have excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and should have the ability to build effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders in the education sector. He/She should have a proven track record of recruitment management, project management as well as successful business development initiatives.

As the candidate will be working remotely with the college’s on-campus team, staff and advisers across countries, he/she should be highly organized, self-motivated and comfortable working with differences in time zones.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Strategy and Implementation:

   Develop and implement international recruitment, marketing, and business development strategies for assigned regions in SOUTH ASIA, including annual plans, budgets, and alignment with the College’s strategic goals.

2. Marketing and Direct Recruitment:

   Increase Algonquin College’s presence in South Asia by developing direct recruitment channels, and overseeing reliable agent networks.

3. Recruitment:

   Manage regional international recruitment activities, achieve enrolment targets, and identify effective marketing channels nationally and internationally. Oversee the international student application funnel, from lead generation to enrolment, ensuring a smooth process that maximizes conversion in assigned markets.

4. Agent Management:

   Supervise and support educational agents, ensuring strong performance, brand reputation, and enrolment outcomes; conduct agent training, travel to markets, and represent the College at education fairs and events.

5. Local Team Management:

   Supervise and manage an India based team of recruiters and admissions officers.

6. Student and Applicant Support:

   Maintain excellent ‘customer service’ by ensuring all enquiries from prospective students and parents are responded to within 48 hours

7. Staff Support:

   Respond to inquiries and requests from Algonquin College Ottawa Campus Associate Director, Admissions and Recruitment staff on priority basis.
8. Travel regionally and internationally for recruitment, project development, business development, and monitoring of overseas campuses, programs, and partnerships.
9. Build relationships with institutions and universities, international funders, donors, governments, and agencies; develop proposals and manage projects that expand Algonquin’s international footprint.
10. Represent Algonquin College during international delegations, on boards, and through external organizations to advance partnerships and business opportunities.
11. Assess the Return on Investment of participating in recruitment fairs and events, prioritizing high-value activities.
12. Complete regular reporting on progress against objectives via agreed Key Perfomance Indicators, and providing regular market intelligence and competitor analysis.
13. Any other duties as directed, commensurate with the scope and classification of the position.

Experience & Qualifications

• At least five years’ experience in international student recruitment or marketing in a higher education environment.
• Experience in communicating with a wide range of audiences and tailoring written and spoken communication as appropriate.
• Qualification: Graduates or post-graduates in any discipline, preferably with a degree in Business or Marketing. A qualification from Canada or familiarity with the Canadian education system would be desirable, but not essential.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written communications).
• Time management, interpersonal and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work in target-oriented environment and under pressure.
• Exhibit strong skills of a team player.
• Proficiency in using technology, including CRM systems, Microsoft Office programs, and data analytics tools, is required.
• Knowledge of the International Higher Education sector is required.
• Experience working or studying in Canada can be an asset.
• Flexible, committed and driven.
• Good level of self-efficacy as relates to problem-solving and client service delivery.

How to apply

If you would like to be considered for this role at GEC, please email your resume at hr@gecglobal.net