Admissions Officer

About the role

Aga Khan Academy is looking for a suitably qualified and organised Admissions Officer for a full-time position in Mombasa. The post covers the admissions process, including managing records and administrative tasks, and involves helping plan, organise and take part in activities of the Admissions Office.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate admissions processes, including enquiries, applications, entrance assessments, interviews and enrolment, in line with policies and timelines.
• Manage communication with prospective families and applicants, including offer letters, regret letters, enrolment confirmations and other correspondence.
• Maintain accurate admissions documentation and student records, including academic records, assessment results, behavioural information and exit documentation.
• Support promotion of the Academy and attract prospective students, including Open Days, school tours and outreach activities.
• Build relationships with parents, schools and community organisations and support admissions-related marketing, publications and digital communication.
• Maintain admissions databases, student profiles, enquiry records and enrolment statistics, and prepare regular admissions reports.
• Handle the Financial Assistance Programme: collect applications, issue decision letters, follow up on parent feedback and keep programme records.
• Support admissions systems and budgets, collaborate on student transitions and onboarding, and keep forms and publications up to date.

Required profile

• Degree in a business-related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in an educational institution.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Data analysis skills are essential.

Required skills

• Knowledge of OpenApply, Navision and ManageBac is preferred.

The application deadline is 15 November 2026. Applications are made through the recruiting agency, Corporate Staffing Services.