Position Title: Admissions Officer

Organization: Asian University for Women (AUW)

Duty Station: Chittagong, Bangladesh (with frequent travel across the country)

Contract Type: Full-time

Duration: One Year (Renewable based on performance)

Application Deadline: 20 April 2026

 

Organizational Context

Asian University for Women (AUW) is a regional center of excellence dedicated to providing talented women from diverse and marginalized backgrounds with access to world-class education and leadership development. As part of its mission to expand outreach and increase student enrollment from Bangladesh, AUW is seeking a highly motivated and creative professional to lead communications, digital content, promotional material development, and student recruitment efforts across the country.

As part of its effort to strengthen outreach and expand student enrollment within Bangladesh, AUW is seeking a dynamic and motivated Admissions Officer. This role is central to engaging prospective students, families, schools, and communities – ensuring AUW reaches young women with potential and ambition, particularly from underrepresented groups. The Admissions Officer will serve as both an advocate for AUW and a trusted guide for prospective students navigating the admissions journey.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Student Recruitment & Outreach

• Develop and implement a strategic recruitment plan to identify eligible students from across Bangladesh particularly from underserved communities in assigned geographies.
• Conduct information sessions, school visits, presentations, and outreach campaigns to engage prospective students, parents, and community stakeholders.
•  Act as the main point of contact for inquiries (phone, email, social media), ensuring timely, clear, and supportive responses.

2. Engagement & Partnership Development

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including management of the institutions, parents or guardians of the prospective institutions.
• Work closely with AUW’s Admissions and Communications teams to develop promotional materials and ensure a seamless application process for the target students.
• Represent AUW at events, job fairs, and educational expos to raise awareness about scholarship and other available opportunities for the potential students.

3. Travel & Flexible Outreach

• Conduct frequent outreach visits (80% of the work requires travelling for outreach) across Bangladesh, including to rural and urban communities, hill tracks, schools, colleges, NGOs, and other institutions.
• Ensure recruitment activities are adapted to the stakeholders specially for recruiting the target group students.
• Provide counseling and guidance to prospective students and their families regarding AUW’s academic programs, financial aid, and career prospects.

4. Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain a comprehensive database of prospective students, application status, and enrollment progress.
• Prepare periodic reports, impact assessments, and success stories to support AUW’s recruitment strategy.
• Monitor and evaluate recruitment efforts to enhance outreach effectiveness and ensure diversity in student enrollment.

Competencies

Core Competencies:

• Communication & Presentation Skills: Ability to deliver compelling presentations to diverse audiences, including factory workers, corporate leaders, and community organizations.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Proven ability to build relationships with factory management.
• Adaptability & Flexibility: Willingness to travel frequently across Bangladesh and conduct outreach sessions at non-standard hours.
• Organizational & Multitasking Skills: Strong ability to manage multiple tasks, track recruitment progress, and meet deadlines effectively.

Functional Competencies:

• Cultural Sensitivity & Inclusiveness: Ability to work effectively with people from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, particularly marginalized groups.
• Problem-Solving & Initiative: Ability to develop innovative solutions for improving student recruitment and engagement strategies.

 

Required Qualifications & Experience

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree is a must. A Master’s degree is preferred but not mandatory.

Experience:

• Minimum 3 – 5 years of experience in student recruitment, community outreach, education program management, or a related field.
• Prior experience working in the educational institutions or working with the marginalized populations is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement, fieldwork, and partnership development.
• Strong networking skills and ability to collaborate with educational and non-educational institutions, and development partners.

Languages:

• Fluency in Bangla and English (written and spoken) is required.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and online communication tools.
• Experience with data collection, tracking student applications, and preparing recruitment reports.

Remuneration & Benefits

Salary and benefits will be competitive and commensurate with experience and as per AUW’s HR policies.

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to submit:

1. A cover letter explaining their motivation and suitability for the role.
2. An updated CV/resume highlighting relevant experience.
3. Contact details for three professional references.

Applications should be sent to jobs@auw.edu.bd with the subject line “Application for Admissions Officer.”