Admissions Assistant Manager/ Citizens School

Citizens School, Dubai

About Citizens School

Citizens School is a pioneering educational environment designed to reimagine learning for the 21st century. Rooted in curiosity, creativity, and collaboration, Citizens empower learners to discover their unique strengths and define their own paths. Our team is passionate about innovation in education and committed to nurturing future-ready citizens who think critically and act compassionately.

Job Purpose

The Admissions Assistant Manager plays a key role in supporting the admissions lifecycle from inquiry to enrolment. This role requires a dynamic, people-oriented professional who can balance relationship management with operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional admissions experience for prospective families while ensuring seamless coordination across departments to achieve enrolment goals.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Admissions Operations

Manage the end-of-end admissions process, including inquiries, school tours, applications, assessments, and offers.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date data within the school s admissions system (CRM).

Support the Head of Admissions in developing and implementing strategies to meet annual enrolment targets.

2. Relationship Management

Serve as the primary point of contact for prospective families, offering a warm, personalized experience.

Conduct campus tours, information sessions, and admissions events that reflect the Citizens ethos.

Foster strong relationships with feeder schools, corporate partners, and relocation agents.

3. Marketing and Communications

Collaborate with the Marketing team to align admissions messaging, digital campaigns, and promotional events.

Contribute to the development of admissions materials (brochures, presentations, website updates).

Monitor and report on admissions trends, parent feedback, and competitor activity.

4. Data & Reporting

Generate regular reports on inquiries, conversion rates, and enrolment progress.

Provide insights to support decision-making on marketing, retention, and forecasting strategies.

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor s degree in business administration, Education, or a related field.

Minimum 3 5 years experience in school admissions or customer relationship management, ideally within a premium or international school setting.

Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

Excellent organizational and time-management abilities with a keen eye for detail.

Proficiency with CRM and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with iSAMS or OpenApply is a plus.

A passion for progressive education and a genuine alignment with the Citizens vision and values.

Personal Attributes

Warm, approachable, and empathetic communicator.

Self-motivated, proactive, and results driven.

Adaptable to a fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative environment.

Committed to providing outstanding service and maintaining confidentiality.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit the following documents:

Completed Citizens TES Application Form

Up-to-date CV with a recent photograph

Cover letter outlining your suitability for the role

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Early applications are encouraged.

Start Date: Nov 2025

Safeguarding Commitment:

Citizens School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

Citizens School is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment. We value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, abilities, and perspectives, and strive to build a team where diversity is respected and celebrated.