Head of Country supporting Swinburne University

Role / Title : Head of Country – South Asia

Location : Acumen Office, Delhi (Regional leadership across South Asia; extensive travel 3 months / year)

Reports to : Director, International Recruitment and Admissions

Direct Reports : Regional Manager (South Asia), International Admissions and GS Manager

About Acumen

Founded in 2008 under Sannam S4 Group, Acumen is a global partner for higher education institutions, supporting universities and organizations with international expansion. With offices across Asia and North America, we provide tailored solutions for student recruitment, partnership development, and institutional growth.

Mission & Approach

We deliver data-driven, customized support to help institutions establish and grow their international presence, providing guidance at every stage.

Global Reach

Operating across South Asia, Southeast Asia, and North America, our services include in-country representation, school engagement, agent management, enrollment support, and strategic consulting.

Team & Values

Our team of 300+ professionals works in a collaborative and supportive environment. Core values—Collaboration, Agility, Impact, Empowerment, Integrity—guide everything we do.

Why Join Acumen

We offer practitioner-led expertise focused on helping institutions succeed internationally.

Role Overview

The Head of South Asia leads activities for Swinburne University of Technology (SUT) in Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives. Reporting to the Director of International Recruitment and Admissions, the role oversees regional student recruitment, admissions, Genuine Student processes, and business development.

Key Responsibilities

Regional Leadership & Strategy

• Lead marketing, recruitment, partnerships, and business development across South Asia.
• Oversee growth in international student enrolments while upholding university standards.
• Develop a 5-year regional recruitment strategy aligned with university goals.

Student Recruitment & Business Development

Admissions & Genuine Student Management

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Projects & Continuous Improvement

Additional Responsibilities

Qualifications & Experience

Attributes

Skills Required

Student Recruitment, Sales Strategy, Stakeholder Management, Marketing