Recognitions Manager - 7650

Cambridge International Education, part of Cambridge University Press & Assessment and the University of Cambridge, is seeking a Recognitions Manager based in Islamabad, Pakistan. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on international school education across North Pakistan. The successful candidate will work closely with schools, universities, student counsellors, government bodies, and other education stakeholders to support the national recognition strategy. This role involves travel within the region and collaboration with both local and UK-based teams to enhance awareness and understanding of Cambridge qualifications, facilitating smooth student progression to higher education.

Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary liaison between Cambridge International Education and key stakeholders, including student counsellors, university admissions teams, and government representatives across North Pakistan.
- Raise awareness of Cambridge qualifications through stakeholder engagement activities such as webinars, events, meetings, and marketing campaigns.
- Support the planning and delivery of recognitions events and develop marketing collateral in collaboration with internal teams.
- Respond to customer queries and assist in complaint resolution in line with Cambridge recognitions policies.
- Represent Cambridge International Education at conferences, exhibitions, and stakeholder events as required.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with schools, universities, and education authorities to strengthen recognition of Cambridge qualifications and support student progression pathways.
- Collaborate with the Senior Recognitions Manager by providing insights, stakeholder feedback, and recommendations to support the national recognition strategy in Pakistan.

Required Qualifications
- A university degree is essential.
- Experience in building and maintaining relationships with diverse stakeholders, preferably within the education sector.
- Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with schools, universities, government bodies, and other education partners.
- Good organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Proficiency in English and Urdu, both verbal and written.
- Competence in Microsoft Office applications and digital collaboration tools.
- Ability to analyze information, identify key insights, and contribute to a collaborative, solutions-oriented work environment.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Familiarity with the Pakistani education landscape and factors influencing student progression into higher education is advantageous.
- Knowledge of Cambridge qualifications or other international education systems is a plus but not mandatory.
- A proactive, customer-focused approach with strong problem-solving skills and confidence in sharing information across diverse audiences.
- Competitive salary with a flexible, world-class rewards package including:
- 24 days annual leave plus statutory public holidays
- Private medical healthcare covering spouse/partner and up to two dependents
- Utility allowance
- Provident Fund
- Discretionary annual bonus

Cambridge International Education is committed to an equitable recruitment process and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds. The interview process includes a virtual first-stage interview with a role-related task and a final interview with the Country Director. Reasonable adjustments are available for candidates with disabilities or long-term health conditions. Successful applicants will undergo background checks in line with regulatory requirements.

Joining Cambridge International Education means becoming part of a supportive, collaborative team dedicated to delivering high-quality education services across Pakistan. The organization values diversity, continuous learning, and creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to global educational excellence.