About this role
<div> <div> <div> <div dir="auto" tabindex="0"> <div> <div> <h3>About Our School</h3> <p>The Metropolitan School of Panama is a top international school in Panama City, serving students from Early Childhood 3 to 12th grade. With 800 students from 45 nationalities and 120 globally experienced educators, our diverse community is one of our greatest strengths.</p> <h3>Our History</h3> <p>Founded in 2011, the MET was built on a vision of academic excellence, exceptional teachers, small class sizes, and a joyful, inspiring environment where every student can thrive.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div> </div> </div> </div> <div></div><p style="margin-right:0.0cm;margin-left:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Reporting To</span></strong><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">: Director of Admissions and Marketing</span></p> <p style="margin-right:0.0cm;margin-left:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Direct Reports</span></strong><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">:<br>-Admissions Assistant<br>-Admissions Registrar<br>-Receptionist</span></p> <p style="margin-right:0.0cm;margin-left:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Job Purpose</span></strong></p> <p style="margin-right:0.0cm;margin-left:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">The Admissions Manager plays a key role in leading and delivering a high-quality admissions experience at The Metropolitan School of Panama. Reporting to the Director of Admissions and Marketing, the role is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the admissions function, ensuring a seamless and family-centered journey from initial enquiry through enrolment.</span></p> <p style="margin-right:0.0cm;margin-left:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">The Admissions Manager leads a small team, drives best practices, and ensures that admissions processes are efficient, data-driven, and aligned with Nord Anglia Education standards. The role also contributes to enrolment growth through strong relationship management, operational excellence, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.</span></p> <p style="margin-right:0.0cm;margin-left:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Key Responsibilities</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Admissions Operations and Team Leadership.</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Lead, manage, and support the Admissions team to deliver a high-quality service to prospective families.</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Act as a role model, ensuring consistent application of best practices and professional standards.</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Oversee enquiry management, visits, follow-up, and enrolment processes.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin-right:0.0cm;margin-left:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Family Experience and Engagement</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Serve as a key point of contact for prospective families throughout the admissions journey</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Ensure a welcoming, professional, and personalized experience aligned with MET and Nord Anglia standards</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Lead and coordinate campus visits, school tours, and orientation processes</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin-right:0.0cm;margin-left:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Data Management and Reporting</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Ensure accurate and timely recording of admissions data, including enquiries, visits, and enrolments</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Monitor pipeline performance and conversion rates</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Support the DAM to prepare regular reports to senior leadership to support decision making and strategic planning</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin-right:0.0cm;margin-left:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Work closely with the Director of Admissions and Marketing to align admissions strategies with enrolment targets</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Collaborate with academic and administrative teams to ensure alignment with school capacity and priorities</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Build and maintain relationships with relocation agents, corporate partners, and external organizations</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin-right:0.0cm;margin-left:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Recruitment and School Promotion</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Support and participate in recruitment events such as Open Days, fairs, and community initiatives</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Contribute to outreach strategies that enhance the visibility and reputation of the school</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Promote positive parent engagement and word-of-mouth referrals</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin-right:0.0cm;margin-left:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Retention and Continuous Improvement</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Support student retention initiatives, including surveys, follow-up, and reporting</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Drive continuous improvement within the admissions function through data analysis and feedback</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Ensure the team consistently delivers high standards of service and performance</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin-right:0.0cm;margin-left:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Professional Practice and Nord Anglia Expectations</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Promote and embody the Nord Anglia Education vision and values in all aspects of the role.</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and accountability</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Engage in continuous professional development and contribute to a culture of collaboration and growth</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin-right:0.0cm;margin-left:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Safeguarding and Compliance</span></strong></p> <p style="margin-right:0.0cm;margin-left:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">The Metropolitan School of Panama is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The post holder is required to adhere to all safeguarding policies and procedures, complete required training, and act in the best interest of students at all times.</span></p> <p style="margin-right:0.0cm;margin-left:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">The role requires compliance with all school policies, including Health and Safety, Equal Opportunities, and professional conduct standards.</span></p> <p style="margin-right:0.0cm;margin-left:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Professional Requirements</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Education, or a related field</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Experience in admissions, customer service, or a service-driven environment, preferably within an international school setting</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Fluency in English and Spanish, both written and spoken</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Experience using CRM systems and managing data accurately</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Personal Attributes</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Warm, personable, and customer-focused approach</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">High level of integrity and professionalism</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Proactive, self-motivated, and adaptable</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high service standards</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Genuine interest in education and working within a school community</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Additional Expectations</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Act as a positive ambassador for The Metropolitan School of Panama and Nord Anglia Education.</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Demonstrate flexibility, including availability for occasional evening and weekend events</span></li> <li style="margin-right:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;margin-left:0.0px"><span style="font-family:'Source Sans Pro', sans-serif">Support the wider life of the school through active participation in events and initiatives.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;line-height:115%"> </p>