Johannesburg: Student Advisor (Sales) posted by Headhunters

Our client in the industry Tertiary Education Industry, is currently looking to employ a Student Advisor based at their offices in Boksburg, Johannesburg.

A wonderful career opportunity awaits you!

Requirements:

• Applicants must have a valid drivers licence and their own vehicle.
• A qualification in sales or marketing is beneficial.
• Experience in academic advising or related roles in post-secondary education is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required.
• Must be fluent in more than one language as required by the region.
• Presentation skills.
• Rapport building.
• Customer awareness.
• Interpersonal relations.
• Planning and organisation.

Responsibilities and expectations but not limited to:

School and Client Relations / Business Development

• Build relationships with key stakeholders including school staff, parents and prospective students.
• Schedule and deliver presentations to Grade 11 and 12 learners.
• Create opportunities to engage with learners from Grade 8 to 10.
• Establish connections with funding and student loan organisations.
• Address customer concerns professionally and promptly.

School and Client Relations / Business Development

• Build relationships with key stakeholders including school staff, parents and prospective students.
• Schedule and deliver presentations to Grade 11 and 12 learners.
• Create opportunities to engage with learners from Grade 8 to 10.
• Establish connections with funding and student loan organisations.
• Address customer concerns professionally and promptly.

Database and Lead Generation

• Book appointments with top feeder schools and present to Grade 11 and 12 learners.
• Extend presentations to earlier grades if required.
• Generate and manage data collection to meet lead generation targets.
• Achieve a minimum lead conversion rate of 60 to 80 percent of school learners in the allocated region.
• Ensure prompt delivery of information cards to the campus after presentations.
• Create events and initiatives that drive high lead conversion.
• Develop a customer experience programme to improve retention and reduce cancellations.
• Collaborate with campus teams to ensure maximum attendance at enrolment events.

Marketing and Enrolment Generation

• Promote brand loyalty and implement marketing plans.
• Book appointments with schools, teachers, prospects and parents.
• Liaise with student advisors for consultations and events.
• Participate in student recruitment for the upcoming intake.
• Mine and contact the career database.
• Schedule consultations according to school and campus targets.
• Engage with the database for event invitations and follow-ups.
• Work toward strict activity and financial targets.
• Maintain monthly contact with registered prospects.
• Register and enrol students monthly and quarterly against set targets.
• Organise and attend awareness campaigns in the allocated region.
• Participate in campus events such as open days and open weeks.
• Represent the brand at events and in collaboration with campus and senior management.
• Market school solutions such as teacher training to strengthen school relations.
• Attend trade shows and events to promote educational offerings.
• Maintain a strong presence at schools and regional events.
• Promote the campus and create a positive experience for current students.
• Develop marketing campaigns to increase product awareness and drive sales.
• Plan and execute marketing and sales programmes.
• Serve as the point of contact for internal and partner sales teams.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to develop effective programmes.
• Support company initiatives and share best practices.
• Generate leads through school relations and convert them into sales.
• Plan roadshows and enrolment drives in remote locations.
• Communicate product value to customers and promote new applications.
• Improve business forecasting through demand analysis.
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitors and new opportunities.
• Develop field marketing plans to enhance sales and profitability.
• Assist in planning and scheduling marketing campaigns and industry events.
• Recommend creative marketing strategies for revenue growth.
• Provide sales support and guidance for product positioning.
• Monitor and evaluate field marketing programmes for effectiveness.
• Communicate effectively with teachers, prospective students, current students and sponsors.
• Research local competitors.
• Maintain accurate records of marketing activities, statistics and CRM data.
• Monitor and manage marketing expenditures.
• Recommend marketing tactics based on evolving business needs.

Please note should you not receive a response within two weeks of applying you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.