Outreach - High School Initiatives

Zista EdVentures; Mumbai; On-site; INR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

An education services provider in Mumbai is seeking an Outreach Specialist to build relationships with high schools and coordinate initiatives to support student engagement. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Education or related fields and prior experience in outreach or event coordination. Responsibilities include executing outreach activities and managing project logistics. This full-time position offers opportunities for travel across India and the Middle East and requires strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in high school outreach, student engagement, or event coordination preferred.
• Strong understanding of international higher education and Indian high school landscape.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with high schools.
• Execute project and event outreach activities.
• Coordinate meetings and manage event logistics.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proactive outreach

Project management

Networking across schools

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Education, Psychology, Marketing, or Communications

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Zista EdVentures is a leading provider of tailored recruitment and marketing solutions for universities, higher education institutions, and education service providers seeking to establish or expand their presence in the Indian subcontinent and the Middle East. We excel in executing strategic initiatives that elevate brand visibility, optimize outreach efforts, and drive recruitment success.

Our comprehensive suite of services includes market entry strategies, on-ground representation, targeted digital marketing solutions, and niche, subject-specific education fairs, ensuring impactful and result-oriented outcomes for our partners.

This position falls within our Subject-Specific Events & School Initiatives vertical. As we expand our team, we’re looking for a motivated and dynamic professional to join our High School Outreach division.

Role Overview

The role focuses on working across events, high school initiatives, and special projects, aimed at supporting high schools and students to explore diverse academic and career pathways through our targeted events and various other initiatives.

The ideal candidate will enjoy engaging with educators and students alike, building meaningful relationships, and ensuring the seamless execution of projects that create real impact in the education ecosystem. This role is well-suited for someone who thinks creatively, embraces innovation, and is passionate about designing value-driven platforms that advance our mission of empowering students.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with a network of high schools across India, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.
• Identify relevant schools for specific initiatives and establish close engagement with school leaders, counselors, and other key stakeholders.
• Execute project and event outreach activities in line with defined goals and timelines.
• Coordinate meetings, manage communication, plan travel, and support event logistics as required.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure successful delivery of each event or project.
• Maintain accurate outreach records and reports using MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Stay informed about the Indian and International high school landscape and education systems to communicate effectively with high schools and students.
• Support research and identify new areas of growth.
• Have an innovative mindset to find unique solutions to cater to varied student interests.
• Be comfortable traveling and leading initiatives as and when required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, Psychology, Marketing, or Communications, with a strong interest in student engagement and career guidance.

Experience & Skills Required

• Prior experience in high school outreach, student engagement, or event coordination preferred.
• Strong understanding of international higher education and familiarity with the Indian high school landscape.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to build meaningful relationships with school leaders and counselors.
• Proactive in outreach and networking across schools in India, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and execute meetings, events, and travel itineraries independently.
• Highly organized and capable of managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Self-motivated, energetic, and goal-oriented, with a strong drive to learn and deliver results.
• Team player with flexibility to collaborate across departments and adapt to dynamic project requirements.
• Willingness to travel in India, internationally, and work beyond standard office hours, including weekends, for events or meetings as needed.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other
• Industries: Higher Education

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