General Information


Job Description MARKETING SPEC 3 Working Title Regional Director, Global Engagement Office (China)
Job Code 007552 Grade 21
Department Name UNEX-International Educ Pgms - D01062 Department Head
Supervisor Effective Date
Position(s) Directly Supervised
Job Code Title FTE
004740 STDT INTERN 1

Generic Scope
Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions.

Custom Scope
Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced marketing and/or sales professional to perform the full range of marketing and/or sales activities, including coordinating events and developing and implementing promotional strategies, materials and products designed to promote awareness within the campus and/or medical center community and to the general public of department and/or campus and/or medical center services, programs or products. Has a full understanding of industry practices and campus and/or medical center policies and procedures; resolves a wide range of issues.

Department Custom Scope
As part of the Global Engagement Office (GEO) at the University of California Riverside (UCR) Extension's International Education Programs (IEP), the Regional Director for China is responsible for international student recruitment by generating market intelligence, identifying and developing recruitment strategies for new and existing markets, defining and meeting country and region enrollment targets, implementing conversion activity, and investigating and developing new partnerships. Additionally, the Regional Director presents current and future recruitment activity to all levels of staff, manages the agent network for select countries and facilitates relationships with key stakeholders. The position is an integral part of executing IEPs strategic global vision and requires significant recruitment travel, project management, market research/reporting, intern supervision and strategy updates. This position reports to the Associate Dean of International Education.

Education & Experience Requirements

Education Requirements
Degree Requirement
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required
Advanced degree. Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Marketing and/or equivalent experience/training. Preferred

Experience Requirements
Experience Requirement

License Requirements

Certification Requirements
Certification Requirement

Educational Condition Requirements
Condition Requirement

Key Responsibilities

Description % Time
Coordinates activities including events and promotional materials and products designed to promote awareness of the department and/or campus and/or medical center services, programs or products within the campus and/or medical center community or to the general public.
  • Utlilizes strong project management skills to execute marketing plans and conversion activities associated with defined recruitment targets.
10
Researches, analyzes, monitors and evaluates marketing and/or sales efforts for effectiveness, reporting results to appropriate higher levels of administration.
  • Evaluates market opportunities and the implementation of marketing and sales efforts for China and other markets.
20
Coordinates design, production and distribution of publications and other promotional materials, including internet or web materials, press releases, advertisements, catalogs, brochures, flyers, signage, A/V presentations, displays, exhibits, etc.
5
Coordinates advertising placement and schedules.
  • Notably for digital campaigns.
5
Administers marketing and/or sales budget(s) as assigned, ensuring that budget goals are met; as required meets revenue generating goals through effective relationships with external sources.
5
Builds relationships with outside (non-campus and/or medical center affiliated) companies and organizations.
5
Researches and analyzes new and innovative methods for generating revenue and develops implementation proposals.
  • Generates international market intelligence and designs strategic frameworks for recruitment in China and other markets.
20
Represents IEP abroad on a regular basis, including recruitment fairs, agent workshops, international high schools, colleges and universities, EducationUSA offices and government and other agencies.
20
Supervises and directs projects for student interns in the Global Engagement Office.
10

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge/Skill/Ability Requirement
Thorough knowledge of the campus and/or medical center, including its achievements, mission, vision, goals, objectives and infrastructure. Preferred
Thorough knowledge of the campus and/or medical center products and services. Preferred
Thorough analytical and written communication skills. Required
Thorough knowledge of marketing mediums and funding sources. Required
Thorough knowledge of communication principles, media, and marketing techniques. Required
Strong project management skills. Required
Strong interpersonal communication and political acumen skills. Required
Strong skills in event and media activities management. Required
Skill in mentoring less experienced staff. Required
Demonstrated track record of creating remarkable customer service experiences. Required
Strong understanding of international education, the US educational system, global business cultures, and experience in strategic planning and marketing development. Required
Strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively and build effective working relationships. Required
Demonstrated success working across diverse cultural backgrounds and with a wide range of people, including those holding senior positions. Required
Self-motivated and able to work under own direction. Show initiative and possess the ability to generate and implement new ideas and new approaches to student recruitment and partnership building. Required
Excellent time management and problem solving techniques. Required
Ability to adapt to changing business needs, conditions and work responsibilities. Required
Knowledge of online international recruitment, enrollment and marketing resources, customer relationship management systems and social media platforms. Preferred
Full professional fluency in Mandarin language. Required
Advanced knowledge of MS Office software. Required

Special Requirements & Conditions
Special Condition Requirement
Extensive international travel for approximately 12+ weeks per year. Required
Ability to travel frequently, domestically and internationally. Required

Other Special Requirements & Conditions
  • Travel
  • Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours

Level of Supervision Received
GeneralSupervision

Environment

Working Environment
Campus

Other Requirements

Items Used
  • Standard Office Equipment
  • Laptop/Tablet
  • Mobile Phone

Physical Requirements
  • Bend : NA
  • Sit : Frequently
  • Squat : NA
  • Stand : Occasionally
  • Crawl : NA
  • Walk : Occasionally
  • Climb : NA

Mental Requirements
  • Read/Comprehend : Constantly
  • Write : Constantly
  • Perform Calculations : Frequently
  • Communicate Orally : Constantly
  • Reason & Analyze : Constantly

Environmental Requirements
  • Is exposed to excessive noise : No
  • Is around moving machinery : No
  • Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity : No
  • Drives motorized equipment : No
  • Works in confined quarters : No
  • Dust : No
  • Fumes : No

Critical Position

Is Critical Position: No

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