Director of Enrollment Management

Kennedy International School • New York, NY

13h

About The Position

Kennedy International School is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Enrollment Management to lead admissions, enrollment, and retention. This leadership role offers the opportunity to shape the School’s enrollment strategy and strengthen its admissions operation. The Director reports directly to the Head of School and works closely with the School’s leadership, academic teams, and Marketing and Communications.

Requirements

• Significant experience in admissions or enrollment management, preferably within an independent or international school.
• Demonstrated success developing and executing enrollment strategies.
• Strong analytical skills and experience using enrollment data and forecasting to inform decision-making.
• Excellent organizational, managerial, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong knowledge of the New York City private school landscape and admissions environment.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in French.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive enrollment strategy aligned with the School’s enrollment and financial goals.
• Lead the admissions process from inquiry through enrollment, providing a responsive and professional experience for prospective families.
• Strengthen admissions practices and workflows through effective use of Finalsite EMS.
• Use enrollment data and market information to forecast enrollment, evaluate performance, and inform strategy.
• Develop strategies to increase applicant volume, conversion, yield, and student retention.
• Partner with Marketing and Communications on positioning, recruitment campaigns, events, lead generation, and use of Finalsite CMS.
• Oversee the financial aid process in partnership with the Head of School and Director of Finance, using Clarity.
• Work with the Head of School on tuition strategy, financial aid, enrollment projections, and related strategic decisions.
• Represent Kennedy with prospective families and in the broader New York City and international education communities.

Benefits

• Medical plan with 80% of the premium covered by the employer.
• Dental plan.
• Vision plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Commuter benefits.
• 401(k) benefits.
• 50% tuition remission for dependent children.
• Vacation time and sick days in accordance with company and New York State laws.
• New York State Short Term Disability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed