Company DescriptionEducation Centre of Australia (ECA Group) is a leading global education group with a 20-year track record of delivering transformative educational outcomes for students worldwide. Headquartered in Sydney, Australia, ECA operates across international student recruitment, higher education, vocational education, English language training, student accommodation, technology, and employability services. Each year, ECA supports more than 10,000 international student enrolments through a global network of 4,000+ education agents across more than 20 countries. ECA partners with leading Australian universities and education providers, including globally recognised institutions such as the University of Tasmania, Victoria University Sydney, and other prestigious higher education partners. Driven by innovation and a commitment to student success, ECA combines world-class education pathways with cutting-edge EdTech solutions to help students achieve their academic and career aspirations while creating sustainable growth opportunities for partners around the world. Role DescriptionECA Group is seeking a highly motivated and commercially focused In-Country Manager – Africa (Kenya) to lead student recruitment and business development activities across Kenya and support growth initiatives throughout the African region. Reporting to the Head of Student Acquisition, the successful candidate will play a critical role in developing and executing market growth strategies, achieving student recruitment targets, and strengthening ECA's presence across Africa. The role requires a dynamic professional who can build high-value partnerships, manage recruitment channels, and represent ECA and its university partners at recruitment events, exhibitions, school visits, student interviews, and stakeholder engagements. Key responsibilities include: Developing and implementing country recruitment plans and market growth strategies. Managing and expanding relationships with education agents, schools, universities, scholarship bodies, government agencies, and corporate partners. Driving lead generation, application conversion, and enrolment outcomes across the region. Representing ECA and its university partners at recruitment fairs, seminars, exhibitions, and promotional events. Delivering market intelligence, competitor analysis, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership. Coordinating marketing initiatives, digital campaigns, and promotional activities to support recruitment objectives. Monitoring budgets, reporting performance metrics, and ensuring recruitment targets are achieved. Supporting visiting ECA executives and university partners during regional recruitment activities. Maintaining compliance with relevant education regulations and ensuring accurate representation of ECA's programs and partner institutions. This position requires regular travel across Kenya and other African markets, with occasional travel to Australia and other international destinations. Qualifications & ExperienceEssentialProven experience in international student recruitment, education consultancy, business development, or higher education partnerships. Strong understanding of the Kenyan education sector and broader African student recruitment landscape. Demonstrated success in achieving enrolment targets and driving recruitment growth. Established network of education agents, schools, universities, scholarship sponsors, and other key stakeholders. Exceptional relationship management, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills. Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical skills with experience in market planning, recruitment strategy development, and performance reporting. High level of cultural awareness and ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholder groups. Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience. DesirableExperience representing Australian, UK, or international education providers. Experience managing education recruitment events and targeted marketing campaigns. Additional language capabilities relevant to African markets. Experience working with government scholarship programs, sponsoring bodies, or international education organisations. Why Join ECA?Join one of Australia's fastest-growing and most innovative education groups. Lead recruitment growth across one of the world's most exciting emerging student markets. Work directly with senior leadership and global university partners. Competitive remuneration package with performance incentives. Extensive opportunities for international travel and career progression. Be part of an organisation that is transforming lives through education and global mobility. Location: Nairobi, Kenya Employment Type: Full-Time Travel Requirement: Frequent travel across Africa and occasional international travel

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