24 Edtech jobs in South Africa

Teachify Africa is an early-stage social enterprise working to make learning and work skills more accessible across Africa — through AI, education, and practical innovation.

We're looking for a motivated graduate to assist our Founder with daily coordination, research, and project support as we build our first pilots. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on startup experience and exposure to real-world EdTech and AI projects. The monthly remuneration is R4,000.

What You'll Do

• Help organise schedules, meetings, and follow-ups.
• Prepare documents, reports, and presentations using Microsoft tools (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Conduct research and summarise findings clearly.
• Support communication with schools, partners, and suppliers.
• Learn and use AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot) to improve productivity.

What We're Looking For

• A recent or unemployed graduate (any discipline).
• Strong computer literacy and written communication skills.
• Reliable internet and your own computer (remote work).
• Curious, organised, and proactive — someone who takes initiative.
• Interest in education, technology, or startups.

What You'll Gain

• Direct mentorship from Teachify's Founder.
• Practical experience in operations, digital tools, and AI-assisted work.
• A strong reference and exposure to the realities of building a social-impact startup.

ADvTECH is the leading provider of private education in Africa, passionately committed to enriching people's lives and futures. The academic strategy of ADvTECH's School's Division is to ensure that each student progresses incrementally toward mastery in a learning environment that is flexible, inspiring, engaging and challenging. ADvTECH houses a number of prestigious school brands offering IEB, Cambridge & IB curricula and boasts an online home schooling delivery option as well.

Duties

Intersen phase Educators will be expected to establish and further extend students basic education foundations and to guide them toward developing abstract thought and successfully completing independent work across all the areas of their various curricula. They will need :-

• to deliver future focused education in which students are motivated, inspired and challenged;
• to demonstrate strength of character, integrity and professionalism, at all times
• to develop and maintain constructive and ongoing partnerships with colleagues, parents, guardians and members of the community
• to communicate and collaborate with all members of the learning community in a positive, respectful and open-minded way

They will be accountable for the following specific areas of performance :-

• Academic Delivery
• Academic Assessment & Reporting
• Student Behaviour Management
• School Brand Ambassadorship
• Administration
• Health & Safety

Qualifications & Experience

• an undergraduate degree (NQF level 6) and PGCE or B. Education (Intermediate, Intersen or Senior Phase)
• SACE certification and a police clearance are requirements
• 2-5 years Teaching Experience
• Computer and digital literacy
• First Aid

Attributes & Competencies

• A Lifelong learner who continually undertakes personal inquiry, reflection and action to inform their practice and understanding of teaching & learning and remains abreast of global education trends
• Demonstrated planning and organisation skills with superior detail orientation
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with excellent written and verbal abilities and professional presentation skills
• A proven track record of managing professional relationships with maturity and high EQ
• Professional time management is a minimum requirement of the role
• Demonstrated evidence of the ability to think critically and problem solve appropriately

Job Title:
Academic Counsellor – EdTech Sales | Student Counselling & Admissions | Johannesburg, South Africa

Location:
Johannesburg, South Africa

Company:
Boston Institute of Analytics - Johannesburg, South Africa Campus

Experience:
Minimum 1 year in EdTech sales, academic counselling, or a related field

Job Description

Are you passionate about helping students achieve their educational and career goals? Do you have a knack for guiding students and families through academic programs and admissions processes? The Boston Institute of Analytics (BIA) is looking for a motivated Academic Counsellor in Johannesburg to join our team. This role is ideal for candidates with excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and experience in EdTech sales or student counselling.

As an Academic Counsellor, you will provide essential academic counselling and career guidance to prospective students, helping them navigate course offerings, admissions requirements, and career opportunities in the analytics industry. Your role is pivotal in ensuring students receive the guidance and resources necessary for their educational success. You will be a key part of our admissions team, working closely with students and their families to drive student enrolments and support student retention.

Key Responsibilities

• Student Counselling: Provide personalized guidance to prospective students on BIA's academic programs, course offerings, fees, curriculum, and prerequisites. This includes conducting one-on-one and group counselling sessions to provide academic guidance and support.

• Admissions Assistance: Guide students through the admission process, including application submissions, interviews, and document verification to ensure a seamless experience.

• Lead Follow-Up and Conversion: Follow up with potential leads and inquiries, using lead conversion techniques to drive student enrolments. This role combines telesales with educational consulting to support students in making informed decisions about their future.

• Presentations & Online Counselling: Conduct engaging presentations, online counselling, and face-to-face meetings to explain the features, benefits, and career opportunities associated with BIA's courses. South Africa's e-learning market is experiencing rapid growth, making proficiency in digital and online counseling services highly valuable.

• Record Maintenance: Maintain accurate records of student counselling sessions, follow-up actions, and feedback in alignment with data management best practices. Proficiency in CRM software and student information systems is a key skill for this role.

• Career Counselling: Provide career advice on job opportunities, certifications, and upskilling relevant to the analytics industry to help students achieve their professional goals.

• Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing and admissions teams to drive enrolments, meet student intake targets, and achieve organizational goals.

• Industry Awareness: Stay updated on the latest trends in education and analytics to provide informed, insightful guidance.

• Relationship Building: Build positive relationships with students, parents, and educational partners to foster student engagement and retention.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Experience: Minimum of 1 year in EdTech sales, academic counselling, or a related field.

• Education: A Bachelor's degree in Education, Counselling, or a related field is typically required, with a Master's degree preferred for senior roles.

• Communication Skills: Excellent English communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.

• Interpersonal Skills: Strong customer-facing and interpersonal skills with a charismatic, competitive, and enthusiastic personality. An empathetic and patient approach is highly valued.

• Negotiation Skills: Ability to engage prospective students and their families effectively, with strong negotiation skills to support lead conversion.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with CRM tools or other record-keeping systems for effective data management.

Finance Manager – Scaling Global Edtech Business

Salary dependent on experience level up to R900k per year

Hybrid working - Cape Town (several days office based)

We're looking for a
hands-on, detail-driven Finance Manager
to take ownership of day-to-day financial operations, compliance, and process improvement within a fast-growing, mission-led global organisation.

You'll manage core finance functions including
reporting, accounts receivable/payable, payroll oversight
, and
automation initiatives
, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance across multiple markets.

Essentially this role is to take ownership of the day-to-day financial operations; managing invoices, payments, and reconciliations-keeping everything running smoothly and accurately behind the scenes.- and as such, requires previous experience of exactly this

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee monthly and annual financial closings, reconciliations, and audit preparation.
• Manage invoicing, payments, and collections to maintain healthy cash flow.
• Supervise payroll and ensure compliance with local accounting regulations.
• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate financial processes.

What You Bring:

• 5–8 years' experience in finance, accounting, or audit, ideally within a tech or service-driven business.
• Strong command of operational finance (A/R, A/P, GL) and advanced Excel/Google Sheets skills.
• Proficiency with accounting tools (Xero or similar).
• Proactive, analytical, and comfortable in a fast-paced, international environment.
• A continuous improvement mindset and passion for building efficient systems.

The Offer:

• Competitive compensation + equity options.
• Hybrid flexibility.
• Opportunity to work with global partners on high-impact initiatives.
• Dynamic, fast-moving environment with room to grow.

Senior Porgram Manager – EdTech Start-Up

Location:
Cape Town (Hybrid 2-3 days in office in CT)

Are you ready to make a real impact on the next generation? Join a
mobile-first platform connecting Gen Z (16–26) to opportunity
, empowering youth to showcase talent, build skills, and access jobs, internships, and scholarships. With over
3 million users in 150+ countries
, recognition from
TIME, Fast Company, Forbes 30 under 30
, and strategic partnerships with
Fortune 500 companies and the UN
, this organisation is on a mission to level the playing field for youth globally.

We're looking for a
Senior Program Manager
to own multiple programs end-to-end, delivering
high-impact, best-in-class initiatives
that drive growth and engagement for youth and partners alike.

What you'll do:

• Manage programs from concept to delivery, ensuring quality, timeliness, and budget adherence
• Build strong relationships internally (Partnerships, Product) and externally with partners, aligning their goals with the platform's mission
• Lead partner meetings, consultations, and program briefings, translating complex needs into actionable plans
• Track program performance, analyse trends, and support data-driven decision-making
• Contribute to the strategic design and evolution of programs, identifying new opportunities to scale impact
• Coordinate suppliers, in-market partners, and resources to ensure seamless delivery
• Suggest and implement process improvements to enhance program effectiveness

What we're looking for:

• 10+ years of experience managing programs end-to-end in tech, product, or development sectors
• Hands-on, high-energy operator with a track record of owning workstreams and delivering results
• Strong communicator, comfortable collaborating with diverse international teams
• Proactive, output-driven, and able to thrive in a fast-moving, constantly evolving environment
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a data-driven approach to growth
• Passionate about youth empowerment, social impact, and EdTech

What's on offer:

• Meaningful work that makes a tangible difference in the lives of youth worldwide
• Autonomy to manage your time and deliver impact
• Fast-paced, creative, and international team environment
• Growth trajectory with opportunities to take on more responsibility
• Competitive compensation and flexible hybrid working