Student Advisor

Manpower SA (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Johannesburg is seeking a Student Advisor to attract and enroll prospective students through engaging school presentations and effective interviews. The role requires strong interpersonal skills, a 3-Year Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree, and at least 2 years of sales experience. Additionally, candidates must have a valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle. This position offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Provident fund contributions

Staff discounts on educational programmes

LinkedIn Learning subscription

Birthday vouchers

Annual leave allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ sales experience is required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Deliver presentations at schools and career expos.
• Make outbound calls to schedule student interviews.
• Assist students with online applications during interviews.
• Maintain accurate reports and CRM updates.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Resume creation

Education

3-Year Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7)

Job description

Job Purpose

An established higher education campus is seeking a dynamic and target-driven Student Advisor to join its Student Recruitment team. Reporting to the Head: Student Recruitment, the successful candidate will play a key role in attracting, engaging and enrolling prospective students. This role involves school presentations, student interviews, application support and driving registrations.

Student Presentations & Brand Representation

• Deliver engaging presentations at targeted schools to promote programmes and campus offerings
• Distribute marketing materials and generate student enquiries
• Represent the institution at career expos and stakeholder events
• Achieve monthly presentation targets aligned to school priorities

Database Collection

• Collect and maintain school databases in line with monthly targets to expand recruitment reach

Interviews & Enquiries

• Make proactive outbound calls to prospective students to schedule interviews
• Follow up on online applications and proof of payment
• Respond promptly to telephonic and online enquiries
• Conduct interviews using a structured script, building rapport with students and parents
• Achieve weekly, monthly and annual interview targets

Applications & Conversions

• Assist students with online applications during interviews
• Follow up on unpaid applications to ensure completion
• Conduct calling campaigns to convert interviews into applications
• Drive application acceptance and pre-registration fee payments
• Achieve individual application targets

Registrations

• Meet individual targets for new student registrations

Administration & Reporting

• Maintain accurate daily reports, including call logs, interview trackers and CRM updates
• Ensure interview forms and supporting documents are completed correctly
• Update systems and reports as required by management

Competencies Required

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Confident and engaging presentation skills
• Friendly, resilient and target-driven attitude
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications:

• 3-Year Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Business, Marketing, Public Relations, Communications or a related field

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years’ sales experience

Additional Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday: 08:00 – 17:00

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Performance-based incentive bonus structure
• Provident fund contributions including Death & Funeral Cover
• Staff and family discounts on educational programmes
• LinkedIn Learning subscription
• Birthday vouchers
• Competitive annual leave allowance

Please note that only suitable candidates will be contacted.