About the Role Elevate Education is looking for a strong and proactive Recruitment Specialist to support our rapid growth and expansion. As Elevate continues to grow its teams and regional operations, we need someone who can take ownership of recruitment, manage multiple vacancies simultaneously, actively source strong candidates, and build a reliable talent pipeline for the company. This is a hands-on recruitment role , not an HR administration position. The Recruitment Specialist will be responsible for both high-volume recruitment and sourcing candidates for more experienced and managerial positions. Key Responsibilities Recruitment & Selection Manage the full recruitment process from approved vacancy to successful hire. Prepare and publish job vacancies across relevant recruitment channels. Actively source and headhunt suitable candidates instead of relying only on incoming applications. Screen CVs and shortlist qualified candidates. Conduct initial phone screenings and first-stage interviews. Coordinate interviews, assessments, business cases and other selection processes. Work closely with the CEO, Heads and Managers on recruitment requirements. Conduct reference checks when required. Coordinate job offers and support successful candidates through onboarding. Ensure every priority vacancy continues progressing without unnecessary delays. High-Volume Recruitment Manage multiple vacancies across different departments simultaneously. Build strong candidate pipelines for frequently recruited positions. Support recruitment for Yangon Head Office and regional branches. Plan recruitment ahead of workforce requirements instead of waiting until positions become urgently vacant. Maintain talent pools for recurring positions. Key recruitment areas may include: Study Abroad Counselors Study Abroad Assistants School Partnership Associates Partnership Assistants Marketing & Event positions Student Services Finance People Operations Administration Branch positions Management & Specialist Recruitment Source and approach suitable candidates for managerial and specialist positions. Conduct market mapping and targeted candidate searches for difficult-to-fill roles. Support recruitment processes for Managers, Heads of Departments and other senior positions. Conduct initial screening before qualified candidates progress to management assessment. Maintain relationships with potential senior candidates for future opportunities. Final assessment and selection of senior leadership positions will remain with the CEO and relevant management. Candidate Sourcing & Talent Pipeline Develop multiple recruitment channels including JobNet, LinkedIn, Facebook, professional networks, employee referrals, universities and direct sourcing. Build and maintain an organized candidate database. Develop long-term talent pipelines for critical positions. Identify new recruitment channels when existing channels are not producing sufficient candidates. Maintain relationships with promising candidates even when there is no immediate vacancy. University & Talent Outreach Develop relationships with universities, colleges and other talent sources. Support campus recruitment, career fairs and internship programmes. Build pipelines of young talent for future junior positions. Work with the Marketing Team on recruitment campaigns and employer-branding activities when required. Recruitment Management & Reporting Maintain accurate recruitment trackers and candidate records. Monitor every active vacancy and recruitment stage. Prepare weekly and monthly recruitment reports. Track recruitment KPIs including applications, qualified candidates, interviews, offers, hires and time-to-fill. Identify recruitment bottlenecks and take action to resolve them. Analyse which recruitment channels generate the strongest candidates. Recruitment Process Improvement Improve recruitment workflows and SOPs. Develop and maintain interview guides, candidate scorecards and assessment processes. Improve candidate experience throughout the recruitment process. Use technology, AI and automation where appropriate to improve recruitment efficiency. Continuously improve recruitment speed without compromising hiring quality.
Head of Operations Department: CEO Office Location: Yangon, Myanmar Reports to: Founder & CEO Employment Type: Full-time Salary: MMK 1,500,000 – 2,000,000 per month (depending on qualifications and experience) + Performance Bonus About Elevate Education Elevate Education is one of Myanmar’s leading international education consultancies, helping students access world-class higher education opportunities across Thailand and beyond. Since our founding in 2022, we have supported hundreds of students and built strong partnerships with leading universities. As we continue expanding across Myanmar and internationally, we are looking for exceptional people who are passionate about building systems, developing teams, and creating an organization that can scale for the future. Our Mission We are not looking for someone to simply manage operations. We are looking for someone who can help build a company that can scale. Your mission is to build the operating systems, strengthen managers, improve execution, and create an organization that continues to grow without depending on the Founder for day-to-day operations. Job Purpose The Head of Operations serves as the operational leader of Elevate Education and the Founder & CEO’s key execution partner. Working directly with the Founder & CEO, you will transform strategy into execution, build scalable systems, improve operational excellence, strengthen cross-functional collaboration, and develop leaders across the organization. You will ensure the business operates efficiently today while building the operational foundation required for future growth. Key Responsibilities 1. Build a Scalable Organization Design, implement, and continuously improve company-wide systems, workflows, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Build operational frameworks that support sustainable business growth. Standardize processes across departments to improve consistency and efficiency. Reduce dependency on individuals by building repeatable and scalable systems. Drive continuous improvement throughout the organization. 2. Lead Company Execution Translate company strategy into actionable execution plans. Coordinate and lead cross-functional projects across all departments. Monitor progress and ensure company priorities are delivered on time. Remove operational bottlenecks and improve execution speed. Ensure departments remain aligned with company objectives. 3. Develop High-Performing Leaders & Teams Coach and support department managers to improve leadership and execution. Strengthen accountability across the organization. Support recruitment planning, onboarding, and leadership development. Foster a culture of ownership, collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. Help teams become increasingly independent and capable of solving problems without constant CEO involvement. 4. Improve Business Operations Lead and continuously improve operations across: Office Administration Procurement & Purchasing Facilities Management Asset & Inventory Management Fleet & Driver Operations Business Travel & Logistics Vendor & Supplier Management Company Events Branch Office Operations Ensure all operational functions remain efficient, scalable, and cost-effective. 5. Build Operational Excellence Monitor company KPIs and operational performance. Conduct weekly management meetings and follow up on action items. Develop executive dashboards and operational reports. Improve internal communication and cross-department collaboration. Ensure important decisions are executed effectively. 6. Drive Innovation & Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities to improve productivity and efficiency. Introduce automation, AI tools, and digital solutions where appropriate. Recommend and implement better ways of working. Build systems that enable future expansion. 7. Support Business Expansion Lead operational planning for new branch offices. Coordinate operational readiness for expansion projects. Ensure consistent standards across all office locations. Support new business initiatives assigned by the Founder & CEO. What Success Looks Like Within your first 12–24 months, you will have: Built scalable operational systems and SOPs across the company. Improved collaboration and accountability across all departments. Successfully delivered company-wide strategic initiatives. Reduced operational inefficiencies through automation and continuous improvement. Developed stronger managers capable of making independent operational decisions. Built a high-performing operational culture that supports business growth. Enabled the Founder & CEO to spend significantly more time on strategy, partnerships, commercial growth, and expansion. Why Join Elevate Education? Work directly with the Founder & CEO. Lead one of the company’s most important leadership functions. Help shape the future of one of Myanmar’s leading international education companies. Build systems and teams that will support long-term regional growth. Opportunity to grow into a General Manager or Chief Operating Officer (COO) role as the company expands. How to Apply If you’re passionate about building systems, developing leaders, solving complex operational challenges, and helping scale one of Myanmar’s leading international education companies, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your: Updated CV / Resume Cover Letter (Optional but encouraged)