Outreach and Placement Coordinator

Job Title: Outreach & Placement Officer

About Us:

Founded in 2013, Learn International is a team of people committed to the development of accessible, affordable, and equitable study abroad opportunities. Located outside of Dublin, Ireland, our skilled and experienced staff are passionate about international education and fostering global citizenship through innovative programming. We’ve worked with universities and educational institutions to develop and deliver study abroad programs globally.

Learn International is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

Role Description:

The ideal candidate will help grow Learn International's Internships for University students. Reporting to the Director of Operations, this role will actively develop relationships with local organisations, local enterprises and host-companies to place students. The candidate will have expert knowledge in the area of Internships particularly the internship networks in Cork, Galway and Dublin, with the ability to expand our network to other destinations outside Ireland. This position will also be involved in liaising with university partners for program development. In addition, this role will advise students, match students with prospective hosts, and assist in organizing in-country programming. This is a varied role for an energetic go-getter with an entrepreneurial spirit. The role requires flexibility, creativity and willingness to travel frequently.

Summary of Job Duties:

Host-company Recruitment and Networking (50% of time)

• Host Recruitment: Oversee and further develop the host-company recruitment process.

• Host-company Networks: Increase host-company networks by 25% annually and maintain existing host relationships.

• In-person Host Company Visits: Yearly site visits for new and existing hosts in Dublin, Galway, and Cork for vetting and risk management.

• Event Planning: Host events for host-companies within a budget.

• Host Companies on working with university students, manage expectations and set placement up for success.

• Zoho CRM: Enhancing our current processes with host-company recruitment and tracking within Zoho CRM.

• Feedback surveys: Develop feedback surveys for hosts and partners.

• Budgeting: Work within a budget, negotiating costs, and tracking expenditures.

• Other tasks as assigned

Student Placements (40% of the time)

• Application Review: Thoroughly review student applications, ensuring all necessary information is complete and accurate.

• Interviews: Conduct interviews with students and match them with suitable internship placements; participate in interviews with host companies as needed.

• Check-ins and Support: Perform check-ins with host companies and during student programs, ensuring a positive experience for both students and hosts.

• Orientation: Assisting with the student agenda and experience, sourcing lecturers, assisting in the short term staff recruitment and scheduling.

• Mid-Program Support: Organize mid-program check-ins with students, providing ongoing support and addressing any issues that arise.

• Event Planning: Assist in organizing field trips, site visits, and excursions for students and visiting partners.

• Student Evaluations: Prepare and disseminate student evaluations.

• Urgent Phone Rotation: Be on call for student emergencies as a part of a company rota.

• Other as assigned

Marketing and Administrative Responsibilities (approximately 10% of time)

• Develop and implement internship marketing strategies to recruit host-companies.

• Streamlining Processes: Continuously streamline processes related to internships host-company outreach.

• Update and maintain host-company webpage.

• Provide support for developing partner visits’ itineraries (as required).

• Recruiting: Hiring short-term staff in conjunction with the Director of Operations to support in-country students.

• Other as assigned

Personal Attributes:

• Go-getter attitude and creative thinker.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Keen multi-tasker and able to prioritize tasks.

• Organized and with keen attention to detail.

• Outgoing and proven networking skills.

• Ability to take initiative and problem-solve.

• Enjoys a high fast-paced environment and works well under pressure.

• Communication skills that transfer amongst multiple nationalities.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree: Business, Human Resources, Recruitment, or a similar field.

• 5+ years working within a similar industry.

• Existing network of host-companies and organizations in Dublin, Cork, Galway, and suburbs.

• Experience building successful, profitable networks.

• Ability to create and sustain effective relationships with students and employers.

• Expert knowledge in Dublin, Cork, and Galway for transport and logistics as relates to student experience.

• Experience creating and working within a budget.

• Excellent technology and digital marketing skills: Zoho CRM, Google platforms, Microsoft, Social Media, CANVA, and social medias.

• Reliable transportation with a full, clean Irish or EU driver’s license. Public transportation is not considered reliable.

• Current valid passport and ability to travel domestically and internationally.

• Up-to-Date Manual Handling training.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree: Business, Human Resources, Recruitment, or similar.

• Experience working with higher education institutions and students.

• Second language in Spanish, German, or Italian.

• Up-to-Date CPR & First Aid Certification.

Please note:

To be considered for this position, candidates must be currently residing in Ireland and have full legal authorization to work in Ireland at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: 43,500.00-45,000.00 Euros per annum based on experience.

• Pension.

• Health and wellness platform.

• Hybrid work environment.

• Continuing education.

• Bike to work scheme.

• 20 days annual leave with 7 additional annual leave days (4 days mandatory to use over the Christmas holiday).