Student Recruitment Manager

We are looking for recruiters who already perform at an international level — professionals who combine discipline, credibility, and commercial awareness with a genuine commitment to student success. About the Company Maple Leaf Educonnect (MLEC) partners with reputable public higher education institutions globally to deliver in-market student recruitment, representation, and strategic growth support. We do not operate as a typical agency. For many of our partners, we function as their regional International Office in Africa, entrusted with brand reputation, market development, and student outcomes. Our partners expect global standards. Our team delivers them. We are selective about who represents our institutions. About the Role This opportunity is for a top-tier Student Recruitment Manager based in Kenya representing a leading Canadian Public Higher Education Institution across East Africa. We are looking for recruiters who already perform at an international level — professionals who combine discipline, credibility, and commercial awareness with a genuine commitment to student success. This role is suited for individuals who: Consistently exceed recruitment targetsBuild trust quickly with partners and studentsOperate independently without constant supervisionUphold institutional reputation at all timesTreat recruitment as a long-term profession, not a short-term job If you are looking for a routine admissions role, this is not it. If you want to operate at global standards and be measured accordingly, read on. Responsibilities Own recruitment performance across assigned East African marketsDeliver high-quality, consultative counselling aligned to Canadian standardsIdentify and onboard high-calibre recruitment agenciesActively manage and elevate agent performanceBuild relationships with counsellors at top private & international schoolsRepresent the institution at premium recruitment events and school visitsSupport and coordinate official visits from Canadian partnersProvide sharp market intelligence and performance reportingContribute to regional strategy, not just executionMaintain professional discipline in follow-ups, data tracking, and conversions Who Typically Succeeds in This Role 5+ years in international student recruitment with measurable resultsStrong commercial mindset and accountabilityExcellent communication and presentation skillsHigh ownership mentalityWillingness to travel regionallyDeep familiarity with the African education landscape is a plus Application Note We review applications selectively.Only candidates demonstrating strong recruitment results and professionalism will be contacted. Apply via the Brighter Monday Platform and attach your resume and cover letter (with salary expectations)

• Own recruitment performance across assigned East African markets • Deliver high-quality, consultative counselling aligned to Canadian standards • Identify and onboard high-calibre recruitment agencies • Actively manage and elevate agent performance • Build relationships with counsellors at top private & international schools • Represent the institution at premium recruitment events and school visits • Support and coordinate official visits from Canadian partners • Provide sharp market intelligence and performance reporting • Contribute to regional strategy, not just execution • Maintain professional discipline in follow-ups, data tracking, and conversions • 5+ years in international student recruitment with measurable results • Strong commercial mindset and accountability • Excellent communication and presentation skills • High ownership mentality • Willingness to travel regionally