Vice President for Enrollment- Full/Associate (Relocation to Kuwait Required)

Vice President for Enrollment - Full/Associate American International University - Kuwait City Position Requires Relocation to Kuwait - Relocation Assistance Provided The position accepts unaccompanied candidates only. Classification: Executive Reports to: Executive Vice President Job Purpose: Serve as a member of the President's Cabinet; serve as Chief Enrollment Officer and provide executive leadership for the overall planning, implementation, and evaluation of enrollment management functions within the context of the institutional mission; ensure assigned departments fulfill University goals and objectives. Duties: Serve as a member of the President's executive staff, participating in discussions, decision-making, and policy development Provide highly responsible organizational and staff support to the President's Office, particularly as it relates to enrollment matters Lead all enrollment management functions of the University In collaboration with the President and VPAA, work closely with the institutional Partner universities to supervise successful transfer and implementation of all programs; maintain and enhance the relationships between AIU and the Partners Work with the VPAA to coordinate enrollment management (student outreach, retention, and persistence efforts) in alignment with the University’s strategic plan Work closely with the VPAA on student-related issues such as enrollment management, academic advising, and course scheduling Supervise and direct, in conjunction with the Director of Enrollment and Director of Marketing & Communications, student-related marketing and research initiatives Assist in the implementation and maintenance of the Student Information System in conjunction with the IT Department and other relevant departments Select, train, lead, and evaluate staff; establish and monitor employee performance objectives; prepare and present employee performance reviews; provide or coordinate staff development Assist in the owners’ planning of the institutional budget by providing accurate student enrollment projections and data Manage the divisional budget; assist with identification and prioritization of needs and purchases for assigned program areas; monitor expenditures Serve on a variety of committees and task forces Represent the University at community and external organization functions Represent the President's Office as required Keep abreast of developments in enrollment management, higher education, and fields related to assigned functions Other duties as assigned Reporting Departments/Positions: Department of Registration Services Department of Enrollment & Government Scholarship Services Administrative Assistant Skills: Must possess skills to explain and demonstrate the essential functions of the position; demonstrated knowledge and experience within all facets of enrollment Ability to communicate ideas and information clearly and effectively at all levels within the University in English; must possess effective presentation skills Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple complex projects Demonstrated ability to use sound judgment in decision-making and problem-solving Must be capable of maintaining confidentiality of work-related information and materials Demonstrated experience with enrollment services Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritize, and problem-solve broad strategic initiatives Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse group of professionals, students and parents, community members, and constituencies Ability to manage complex divisional budgets accurately Ability to lead, inspire, supervise, and evaluate team members to meet institutional and divisional goals and objectives Demonstrated experience in the application and implementation of student information systems in enrollment services Demonstrated proficiency in the use of standard software applications Knowledge and experience in the use of social media in higher education Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends Experience and Education: Master’s degree required; preferred in Higher Education Administration, Enrollment Management, or a related field Seven or more years of experience in a higher education environment in increasingly complex executive roles Experience in the supervision of enrollment management programs and personnel Experience in the application and implementation of technology in enrollment services, particularly student information systems Experience in the development, management, and oversight of institutional budgets Experience with research and the use of data in enrollment Originally posted on Himalayas