Student Advisor Open Window

Open Window; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Open Window as a Student Advisor and play a crucial role in driving student enrollments at our Centurion campus. This sales-driven position requires strong communication and relationship-building skills aimed at high school students in South Africa. You will guide prospective students through the enrollment process and be integral to achieving recruitment targets in a dynamic environment focused on education and career guidance.

Benefits

Performance-based remuneration

Competitive commission structure

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years sales experience, preferably in education.
• Proven track record in consultative or education sales.
• Own a car and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales plans to meet and exceed targets.
• Build relationships with prospective students and execute marketing strategies.
• Engage with prospects through various communication methods.

Skills

Public speaking

Negotiation

Customer engagement

Target orientation

Self-motivation

CRM proficiency

Fluency in Afrikaans

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sales, Marketing, Business or related field

Tools

CRM tools

Job description

Start Date: July / August

Purpose: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Student Advisor to join a leading private higher education institution at the Centurion campus.

This role is ideal for a highly motivated individual with a strong focus on sales and direct marketing, particularly targeting the high school market in South Africa.

As a key player in the growth of new student enrollments, the Student Advisor will drive the entire marketing and sales process, including school presentations, student interviews, and engaging with prospective students.

We are looking for a sales-driven individual to help us achieve our recruitment targets.

Your role will be to

guide students through the enrollment process, providing them with information on our offerings, including qualification details, entrance requirements, career guidance, and funding options.

This position offers a performance-based remuneration structure with a competitive commission to reward.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Sales Performance & Target Achievement
   Develop and execute a sales plan aimed at meeting and exceeding monthly and quarterly sales targets. Track, report, and manage sales performance to ensure growth and continual improvement.
2. Direct Marketing and Relationship Building
   Build strong relationships with prospective students and their families through regular follow-ups. Conduct career guidance presentations and attend all key sales and marketing events. Collaborate with high schools and educational institutions to provide career guidance and increase visibility. Maintain relationships with guidance teachers, particularly in high-priority schools as identified by the Regional Sales Manager.
3. Proactive Student Engagement
   Actively engage with prospective students through phone calls, emails, in-person meetings, and online chats. Drive the interview, application, and registration process to meet student intake goals. Present the institution's programmes, accreditations, and unique features to convert interest into enrollments.
4. Product & Industry Knowledge
   Stay updated on the institution's offerings, including courses, accreditations, and competitive advantages. Continuously monitor education trends and market developments to effectively communicate the value of the institution.
5. Reporting & Collaboration
   Regularly report on sales activities to management. Work closely with marketing, admissions, and academic departments to provide a seamless experience for prospective students.
6. Travel Requirements
   Willingness to travel to provinces such as Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Limpopo, Free State, and North West for school visits, presentations, and recruitment events.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Sales, Marketing, Business, or a related field (advantageous).
• 3 to 5 years of sales experience, preferably in the tertiary education sector.
• Proven sales track record in consultative or education sales environments.
• Own a car and a valid driver's license (mandatory).
• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills.
• Strong negotiation and customer engagement skills.
• Target-oriented, self-motivated, able to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in CRM tools and data management.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English.
• Availability to work on the last Saturday of each month for registration days and Open Days.

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their resume to the provided email. Please include "Student Advisor Sales Application Pretoria — [Your Name]" in the subject line.

Why Join Us? At Open Window, you'll play a vital role in shaping the academic futures of young students, helping them navigate options that will define their careers. We offer a dynamic, growth-oriented environment with remuneration based on your success. Join our team and contribute to a prestigious institution committed to quality education and career guidance.