Student Advisor

University of Fort Hare; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading business school in South Africa is seeking dynamic Student Advisors/School Marketers to drive student recruitment and enhance brand visibility. Applicants should have a passion for education, strong sales skills, and experience in marketing. Key responsibilities include recruiting students, handling inquiries, conducting marketing activities, and representing the brand positively. A diploma in a related field and 2-3 years of experience are preferred, along with strong communication abilities and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12) is required.
• Experience in sales, marketing, or student recruitment (2-3 years).
• Experience in an educational institution is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and register students across all programmes.
• Conduct marketing presentations and fieldwork.
• Advise students and guide them through registration.
• Manage inquiries from walk-ins, calls, and emails.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Confident presenter

Tech-savvy

Strong sales drive

Organizational and time-management skills

Adaptable and resilient

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Diploma in Sales/Marketing/Student services or related field

Tools

MS Office

Zoom/Teams familiarity

Job description

Our client, a leading business school is looking for dynamic and driven Student Advisors/ School Marketers to support student recruitment, drive brand visibility, and deliver exceptional customer service. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for education, strong sales ability, and a flair for marketing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruit and register students across all programmes (B2B, B2C, and Seta-related).
• Conduct school and corporate marketing, presentations, and fieldwork.
• Advise prospective students and guide them through the registration process.
• Manage walk-ins, calls, and email queries effectively.
• Participate in career expos and student events.
• Maintain accurate student records and update databases.
• Represent the REGENT brand as a positive and professional ambassador.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Diploma in Sales/Marketing/Student services or related field (advantageous)
• 2–3 years’ experience in sales, marketing, or student recruitment
• Experience in an educational institution (advantageous)
• Valid driver’s license

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Confident presenter with great interpersonal skills
• Tech-savvy with MS Office, Zoom/Teams familiarity
• Strong sales drive, organisational and time-management skills
• Adaptable, resilient, results-focused