Associate Director, Global Recruitment & Partnership

Company Description

RUSM

Founded in 1978, Ross University School of Medicine (Ross Med) prepares skilled, practice-ready physicians to lead within the U.S. healthcare system, supported by a network of more than 16,000 alumni.

Ross Med is committed to expanding access to opportunities across the medical profession and offers students from a wide range of backgrounds the opportunity to pursue a Doctor of Medicine degree. Students complete their foundational studies in Bridgetown, Barbados, before completing their clinical training in one of our affiliated teaching hospitals throughout the U.S.

Visit medical.rossu.edu for more information, and follow RUSM on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Job Description

Our Associate Director, Global Recruitment & Partnerships, serves as the face of three of our institutions including American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Ross University School of Medicine, and Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine. Within your assigned territory, you will drive awareness, interest, and application momentum. In this role, you will be on the front lines of growth—owning a region, building powerful partnerships with institutions and/or businesses, and helping students take their first step in their application journey to a career in medicine or veterinary medicine. This is a dynamic, externally focused role for someone who thrives on relationships, travel, and measurable impact of helping students become doctors and veterinarians. 

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a territory-level recruitment strategy aligned to broader MedVet goals. 

• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify new opportunities.

• Plan and deliver high-impact, in-person, and virtual recruitment events. 

• Build, deepen, and sustain pathway partnerships with colleges, universities, advisors, and influencers. 

• Deliver compelling presentations, workshops, on-campus events, and information sessions. 

• Serve as a trusted expert on MedVet programs, student pathways, and outcomes.

• Generate high-quality inquiries through events, partnerships, and/or agency channels. 

• Convert prospective students into started applications to achieve territory application targets.

• Identify and test new channels to expand and diversify the recruitment pipeline. 

• Partner closely with Marketing to align outreach, campaigns, and messaging. 

• Support co-branded promotions and partner-led initiatives. 

• Represent MedVet institutions at educational conferences and regional events. 

• Ensure all activity aligns with institutional policies and regulatory standards. 

• Maintain accurate reporting on partner activity, events, and territory performance.

• Contribute to strong data quality within customer relationship management systems. 

• Performs other duties as assigned

• Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Required and Master's Degree in business or other directly relevant discipline Preferred.
• 5+ years in recruitment, sales, or field-based marketing Required.
• Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders externally.
• Strong presentation skills and comfort engaging large and diverse audiences. 
• Highly motivated, self-directed, and results oriented. 
• Travel up to 80% within assigned geography.
• Valid passport and willingness to work on occasional weekends.
• Demonstrated ability to work hybrid or remotely as necessary.

Additional Information

In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $85,000.00 - $105,000.00. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.

Covista offers a robust suite of benefits including:

• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
• Participation in Covista’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
• 12 Paid Holidays
  
  For more information related to our benefits please visit:
  https://careers.covista.com/benefits

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation