Senior Student Advisor (Distance) X2

Varsity College; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Une opportunité passionnante au sein d'une institution académique renommée pour le poste de Senior Student Advisor. Vous serez chargé de promouvoir la Varsity College, de consulter les futurs étudiants, de suivre les candidatures et d'atteindre des objectifs d'inscription. Ce rôle dynamique est idéal pour un individu motivé, désireux de faire un impact positif et de travailler en étroite collaboration avec une équipe visionnaire.

Benefits

Opportunités de formation continue via des abonnements LinkedIn Learning

Réductions sur les programmes éducatifs pour le personnel et la famille

Structure de bonus d'incitation basée sur la performance

Contributions au fonds de prévoyance, y compris couverture décès et funéraire

Chèques-cadeaux d'anniversaire

Allocations de congés annuels compétitifs

Qualifications

• Diplôme requis et compétences interpersonnelles clés.
• Personne organisée, tenace et capable de travailler sous pression.
• Compétences en gestion du temps nécessaires.

Responsibilities

• Assurer la présentation et le recrutement d'étudiants.
• Atteindre des objectifs d'inscription individuels.
• Prendre des appels et répondre aux demandes dans les délais.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

3 Year Diploma / Bachelors Degree in Business / Marketing / Public Relations / Communication

Job description

Direct Reporting Line:Head: Student RecruitmentJoin our dynamic team at The IIE's Varsity College as a Senior Student Advisor! We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual to make a positive impact on the lives of prospective students. As a Senior Student Advisor, you will play a crucial role in student recruitment and engagement. Reporting to the Head: Student Recruitment, you will be responsible for presenting The IIE's Varsity College to targeted schools, conducting interviews with prospective students and assisting them throughout the application and registration process.

The IIE's Varsity College, Online Centre has vacancies for a Senior Student Advisors X2.
N.B This position may be based at either our Waterfall (Midrand) or Cape Town Online Centre.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Database Capturing and Integrity

• Ensure all database (interest cards, telephonic enquiries, walk-ins) secured is captured accurately and in full on SIMS.
  
• For leads that are integrated into SIMS (e.g. website leads, online applications etc.) ensure that all additional student personal information is captured.

Consultations

• Responds telephonically to all enquiries within 48 hours of query (where telephone number has been supplied).
• After the initial telephone call, send all necessary information via email.
• Responds to and consults with, if necessary, all applications not yet consulted with.
• Conducts follow up calls with all enquiries within 5 working days of initial contact.

Applications

• Secure applications by following the consultation process with all leads and enquiries.
  
• Follow up with unpaid online applications to secure payment and necessary certified supporting documentation.
• Complete required weekly follow up calls to secure applications.
• Achieve set individual application targets as determined by Head: Student Recruitment (Distance).
• Drive applications to accept offer of admission and pay the required pre-registration fee.

Registration Targets

• Achieve individual registration target as determined by Head: Student Recruitment (Distance).

Reporting

• Weekly compilation of application tracker and relevant SIMS reports for submission to Head: Student Recruitment (Distance) to meet national report deadlines.
  
• Work in conjunction with Student Advisors (Distance) to ensure data integrity targets are achieved (manual reports & SIMS).
• Utilise weekly reports to guide and support Student Advisors (Distance) in achieving their targets.

Training and Induction of New Staff

• In conjunction with Head: Student Recruitment (Distance), as and when required, conduct training of new sales staff on presentation script, product knowledge, SIMS and all sales processes to ensure they are ready for national sign-off.

Support to Head: Student Recruitment(Distance)

• Support Head: Student Recruitment (Distance) in day to day team management as required.
• In absence of the Head: Student Recruitment (Distance), provide necessary support to the team and assume responsibility for all reporting and tasks as required by Campus Head and National.
• Ensures interaction with internal customers (direct team members, campus staff, Campus Senior Management Team) is positive and collaborative.
• Manages relationships in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements.
• Ensures and enables clear and open communication between the stakeholders and the brand.
• Conducts regular meetings with stakeholders.

Competencies Required:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with students, parents and stakeholders.
• Best suited to a friendly, tenacious, target driven, organised person who works accurately and is able to handle pressure
• Time management skills

Minimum Requirements:

• 3 Year Diploma / Bachelors Degree (NQF level 7) in Business / Marketing / Public Relations / Communication field or similar

Working Hours:

• Monday to Friday : 08:00 -17:00

Salary:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Benefits:

• Lifelong learning opportunities through LinkedIn Learning subscriptions.
• Staff and family discounts on educational programs within our brand portfolio.
• Incentive bonus structure based on performance and achievement of goals.
• Provident fund contributions, including Death & Funeral Cover, to support your financial well-being and future planning.
• Birthday vouchers to celebrate your special day.
• Competitive annual leave allowance for well-deserved time off and rejuvenation.

Application Response:

• Due to the high volume of CVs received, please note that personal contact with all applicants may not be feasible. Only candidates whose qualifications and skills closely align with the position requirements will be contacted for interviews

Technical Support:

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The IIE Varsity College, IIE Vega and IIE MSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. However, preference may be given to previously underrepresented groups in accordance with the South African Employment Equity Act. The company reserves the right to close or place the vacancy on hold at any time, without prior notice.