School Registrar (British Curriculum)

Reporting to the Headteacher of the school, the purpose of the role is drive enrolments and ensure the target enrolment numbers are reached, and all students registered in accordance with Ministry. Provide high quality customer service to new and existing parents and promote the school to all relevant stakeholders.
Administration & Management:

• Drive enrolments by presenting the school in a positive light and deal with enquiries from parents in a professional manner.
• Respond to all enrolment enquiries in a timely manner. Co-ordinate and conduct school tours for parents and visitors as required
• Meet with prospective parents and explain admissions procedures, curriculum and fees structures and any MOE regulations
• Ensure all admissions documentation is completed in its entirety
• Arrange student assessment tests as required
• Be well versed in rules and regulations of the MOE Dubai and ensure compliance during admissions process
• Maintain accurate record of all places available at the school and where applicable waiting lists.
• Update, maintain and manage the student information systems ensuring up to date information is readily available
• Management of the annual re-enrolment process
• Preparation of all exit documentation for students withdrawing from the school. To include initial exit interview and leavers analysis
• Coordinate with other schools for new students transferring in and out of the school
• Produce weekly and monthly enrolment reports for Head of School and Corporate office. Assist Head of School in making student projections and consequent strategic planning.
• Collaborate with Headteacher to identify any new methods to attract new families in order to improve enrolment numbers
• Maintain relations with corporate companies who feed into the school
• Plan effectively and work closely with those responsible for marketing and communication.
• Prepare local competitor schools’ fees analysis and be aware of any market activity which may impact on the school’s intake
• Understand and keep up-to-date with relevant rules and information from the Ministry of Education and other organisations/ministries as appropriate
• Prepares various analytical reports as requested.
• Performs other duties as directed from time to time by the management.

Documentation & Records:

• Management of the online admissions system and collection of all supporting documents
• Operate a waiting list policy and procedure
• Liaises with senior staff for admissions testing and approval of offers
• Records and updates data on computerized records (internal and external)
• Arranges admission dates and induction dates
• Compilation and maintenance of student records
• Completes student transfer paperwork
   

Required qualification and experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree is mandatory.     
   Relevant experience as a school Registrar is preferred but not essential. Experience in a strong customer facing role will be added advantage.    
   

Skills required

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Critical thinking skills, analytical, organized
• Considerable initiative and organisational skills and sense of responsibility.
• Knowledge of school Admission process is an advantage
• Ability to manage and work under pressure within an international context

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.