Admissions Officer
- Job Number
- KENYA00058
- Job Type
- Non-Teaching
- School / Entity Name
- SABIS® International School, Runda
- Department
- Administration
About SABIS®
SABIS® is a global education network that has an active presence in 21 countries on five continents and educates students in both the private and public sectors. SABIS® schools implement the proven, proprietary SABIS® Educational System, which has been developed and refined for over 140 years.
All students in the SABIS® Network benefit from a long tradition of excellence in education, a reputation that is rooted in a well-developed philosophy that seeks to provide students with a top-quality education that prepares them to meet the challenges of a changing world.
For more information about the SABIS® Network, visit: www.sabis.net.
Job Purpose
The Admissions Officer is responsible for handling, organizing, and coordinating all administrative processes related to student admissions ensuring a smooth, efficient, and timely enrolment experience. This role supports prospective students and families throughout the admissions journey while ensuring accurate records, clear communication, and a positive admissions experience aligned with the school’s standards and reputation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Introducing prospective parents and students to the SABIS® Educational System and providing guided tours of the school campus
- Handling student registration procedures, including applications and diagnostic tests
- Maintaining accurate records and generating reports on inquiries, applications, and enrolment statistics
- Delivering annual enrolment targets and maintaining continuous increase in student numbers to secure a positive and sustainable yearly growth rate
- Following up with parents to provide guidance on admissions procedures and ensuring completion of all required documentation
- Collaborating with the relevant staff members to ensure marketing materials are up to date, available, and effectively distributed to the target audience
- Developing and maintaining relationships with key external stakeholders including embassies, universities, companies, NGOs, nurseries, ministries, etc. to enhance the school’s visibility, promote its educational framework, and drive student enrolment
- Maintaining complete and accurate student application records, ensuring all required documentation is collected, filed, and updated in the SABIS® Digital Platform (SDP)
- Managing and maintaining student registration, re-registration, and course records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with school procedures
- Notifying the School Director and Academic Quality Controller promptly of any student withdrawals, transfers, or departures from the school
- Preparing and submitting regular reports to the School Director, Regional Center, and other designated stakeholders as required
- Building and maintaining positive relationships with parents following student enrollment, serving as a key point of contact for ongoing communication and support
- Performing other related tasks and projects as assigned by the school management
Ideal Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Public Relations, Human Resources, Mass Communication or related field
- English Proficient; knowledge of the local language is a plus
- A minimum of 1 year of experience in a relevant field
- Previous experience in admissions, administration, or a related field is an advantage
- Accountability and Taking Ownership
- Professional Behavior and Ethical Conduct
- Delivering Results
- Continuous Learning and lmprovement
- Job Knowledge and Technical Skills
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Managing Time and Priorities
Employment Requirements:
Must meet all employment requirements including, but not limited to, country and local education and certification requirements, reference checks, and criminal background checks.
Additional details about this position will only be provided to short-listed candidates.
SABIS® is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non – discrimination in employment on any basis including age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.