Recruitment Assistant (Temporary, Full-Time)

Position Title: Recruitment Assistant

Employment Period: October 1 - December 31, 2026, with the possibility of extension through January 29, 2027

Location: Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Reports to: Program Officer

Employment Status: Full-Time

About American Councils

American Councils for International Education is a premier international nonprofit organization creating educational opportunities that prepare individuals and institutions to succeed in an increasingly interconnected world. Through academic exchanges, overseas language immersion, and educational development programs, American Councils has designed and administered innovative programs that broaden individual perspectives, increase knowledge, and deepen understanding for more than 50 years across more than 80 countries.

Position Summary

American Councils seeks a Recruitment Assistant in Uzbekistan. The Recruitment Assistant will support the planning and implementation of recruitment activities for a U.S. Government-funded secondary school exchange program. The position focuses on outreach, applicant support, application processing, test administration logistics, data management, and communication prospective applicants throughout the recruitment cycle.

As a key member of the American Councils Uzbekistan team, the Recruitment Assistant will work closely with recruitment and program staff to ensure efficient and accurate implementation of recruitment activities nationwide.

Job Responsibilities

Activities related to recruitment include:

• Assisting with the implementation of the annual recruitment campaign throughout Uzbekistan;
• Creating, adapting, and disseminating recruitment and promotional materials in Uzbek, Russian, and English;
• Communicating with schools, educational institutions, and local stakeholders to promote program participation;
• Supporting outreach efforts through email, phone, social media, and virtual or in-person information sessions;
• Responding to applicant and parent inquiries regarding eligibility requirements, application procedures, testing, and program details;
• Assisting with the collection, tracking, verification, and maintenance of applicant records and supporting documentation;
• Managing applicant databases and ensuring accurate record keeping;
• Supporting logistics for testing, interviews, and other recruitment-related events;
• Scheduling and coordinating applicant communications, reminders, and follow-up activities;
• Assisting with data entry, reporting, and statistical tracking of recruitment activities and applicant participation;
• Preparing recruitment-related correspondence, forms, and other administrative documentation;
• Supporting program staff with general administrative and operational tasks related to recruitment activities;
• Maintaining confidentiality of applicant information and ensuring compliance with program procedures and data management requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in a relevant field of study;
• Native-level proficiency in Uzbek and/or Russian and fluency in English;
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in education, educational program administration, admissions, recruitment, communications, or a related field;
• Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills;
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage large volumes of applicant information accurately;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multicultural environment;
• Proactive, flexible, and solutions-oriented approach to task management;
• Familiarity with the education system in Uzbekistan;
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills when working with students, parents, and school representatives;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and online communication platforms;
• Experience with databases, data entry, or applicant management systems is preferred.

Compensation

American Councils for International Education offers a competitive salary based on Tashkent, Uzbekistan cost-of-living standards and commensurate with experience.

To Apply

Please send your resume/CV and cover letter to uzjobs@americancouncils.org.

Your cover letter should address:

1. Why you are interested in the position;
2. Why you are well suited for the position;
3. Your expected monthly salary (net amount after taxes).

Please save documents as follows:

• LASTNAME-resume.doc (or .docx)
• LASTNAME-letter.doc (or .docx)

Application Deadline

September 27, 2026

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. American Councils reserves the right to close recruitment and fill the position before the deadline if a suitable candidate is identified. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Equal Employment Opportunity

American Councils is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law. American Councils strives to maintain a diverse workforce reflective of the communities in which it operates.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

American Councils will not discharge or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Employees who have access to compensation information as part of their essential job functions may not disclose such information except in response to a formal complaint or investigation, as required by law, or as necessary to carry out their legal responsibilities.