Student Advisor

Headhunters; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A respected national educational institution in Cape Town seeks passionate Student Advisors. Ideal candidates will have strong sales backgrounds, excellent communication skills, and a desire to help students succeed. Join a dynamic team focused on making a difference in education.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Incentive structure

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• 3 years sales experience with a National Diploma or 5 years with Matric.
• Bilingual in Afrikaans and English.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging presentations at schools and expos.
• Manage prospective student databases and conduct interviews.
• Assist students with applications and ensure registration.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Sales Experience

Bilingual

Target-driven

Education

National Diploma (NQF6)

National Senior Certificate (Matric)

Job description

Description

Dynamic Student Advisors Wanted!

Location: Cape Town

Our client, a respected national educational institution, is looking to appoint passionate, driven, and dynamic Student Advisors to join their Cape Town-based sales teams. If you have a strong background in sales and a desire to help young people shape their future — this is the opportunity for you!

Important Notes:

• Proven sales experience in a service-based industry is essential.
• The ability to meet and exceed sales targets is non-negotiable. Proof of sales success will be required for shortlisted candidates.

Requirements:

• Preferred: National Diploma (NQF6) + 3 years of sales experience
• Alternative: National Senior Certificate (Matric) + 5 years of sales experience
• Bilingual: Afrikaans and English
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Target-driven, proactive, and tenacious personality
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle
• Computer literate

Responsibilities:

Presentations

• Deliver dynamic, engaging presentations at schools and expos
• Distribute marketing materials and build relationships with students and stakeholders
• Achieve monthly presentation and school engagement targets

Database and Interviews

• Proactively collect and manage prospective student databases
• Make outbound calls to prospective students to book interviews
• Conduct professional interviews, building rapport and guiding students through course options
• Consistently meet interview booking and completion targets

Applications and Registrations

• Assist students with online applications and secure on-the-spot submissions
• Follow up on unpaid or incomplete applications
• Drive application acceptance, payment of pre-registration fees, and final registration conversions
• Achieve individual and campus registration targets

Administration and Reporting

• Accurately complete daily reports, trackers, and CRM updates
• Ensure interview and application documents are completed and submitted correctly
• Keep all reports, systems, and records up to date

Why Join This Team?

• Work with a national institution making a real difference
• Be part of a passionate, high-performance, and target-driven team
• Competitive remuneration and incentive structure
• Opportunities for growth and career development

If you’re ready to make an impact and help students shape their futures — apply today!

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of applying.