Higher Education Consultant Bloemfontein, Free State
We are seeking a passionate and results-driven Higher Education Consultant to join our Bloemfontein campus team. The role is responsible for converting leads into enrolments by providing personalised educational consulting and exceptional customer service to prospective students. This position reports directly to the Sales Manager.
Job Overview:
- Job Title: Higher Education Consultant
- Company: Eduvos
- Location: Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
- Job Type: Permanent
- Reference Number: EDU250804-2
- Closing Date: 09 August 2025
Company Overview
Eduvos is one of South Africa’s leading private higher education institutions, with a national footprint of 12 campuses and a growing international student community. We offer 27 accredited qualifications in the fields of Humanities, Arts, Business, Science, and Law, including Bachelors and Honours Degrees, Higher Certificates, and Pre-degree programmes.
Our name, Eduvos, symbolizes our mission: “Your Education, Your Future.” We empower students to take responsibility for their learning while nurturing their best selves. Our educational philosophy blends academic theory, practical application, and the development of future-ready skills in an increasingly complex and unpredictable world.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Lead Conversion
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Qualify and convert leads into enrolments through calls, interviews, presentations, and events
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Follow up on school, digital, and marketing-generated leads
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Achieve enrolment headcount and revenue targets across all learning modes, qualifications, and campuses
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Track and report sales performance and conversion metrics
Customer Experience & Consulting
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Provide guidance and advice to prospective students and parents about the most suitable academic programmes
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Conduct in-depth needs analysis to match student goals with Eduvos offerings
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Nurture leads through the application-to-enrolment lifecycle
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Support prospective students with application and registration processes
Reporting & Compliance
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Ensure accurate and timeous data entry and reporting through CRM systems
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Maintain product knowledge on all Eduvos qualifications
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Comply with Eduvos policies, procedures, and sales protocols
Minimum Requirements
Education:
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A relevant undergraduate degree in Commerce, Education, Marketing, or Social Sciences
Experience:
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At least 2 years of proven sales experience
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Higher education or teaching exposure is advantageous
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At least 2 years of account management or customer relationship experience
Additional Requirements:
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Valid driver’s license and own transport
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Willingness to work flexible hours, including some weekends and evenings
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Local travel for marketing and recruitment activities
Key Competencies
Functional:
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Strong MS Office skills (Excel essential)
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Data management and target tracking
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Understanding of sales processes and student lifecycle
Behavioural:
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Initiative & Responsibility: Self-starter with strong follow-through
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Networking & Relationship Building: Builds trust and influence easily
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Communication: Clear, confident, and persuasive communicator
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Judgment & Analysis: Solves problems and adapts quickly
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Planning & Execution: Organised, deadline-driven, and goal-focused
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Business Acumen: Understands impact on revenue and enrolment growth
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Resilience: Maintains focus and motivation under pressure
Why Join Eduvos?
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Be part of a purpose-driven institution shaping the future of education
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Grow within a high-performance and values-based environment
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Gain access to continuous learning and development
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Help students achieve personal and academic success
How to Apply
Submit your application, quoting Reference Number: EDU250804-2, by 09 August 2025 through the Eduvos Careers Portal or to the designated HR email.
Also see: Customer Relationship Marketer Bloemfontein, Free State