23 Education Consultant jobs in South Africa

The role is responsible for the sales & growth of product solutions across all clients falling into the education space in the Cape Town region.

Job Description

• Generate new business by building and maintaining the customer relationships, customer appointments and follow-up proposals
• Ability to produce detailed quotations and proposals using the Company’s templates
• Maintain and grow relationships within existing client base
• Ability to identify new opportunities within current ac into an upselling/cross-selling opportunity
• Manage product sales from start to finish
• Responsible for updating all sales activity and contact information on a frequent basis
• Meet required sales targets
• Ability to do presentations/demonstrations to senior clients - MD/CFO/CIO/CEO and procurement teams

• Responsible for creating and managing sales pipeline in order to achieve targets set
• Ensure client retention and growth by representing the Company in a positive manner
• Maintaining, and in some instances, creating new relationships within certain current accounts
• Be part of a team environment where activities would count towards both fulfilling individual as well as team sales targets
• From time-to-time collaboration with cross-functional teams (Operations and Presales) in the event that a customer requires some type of customization of a service
• Collaborate with marketing to create campaigns and generate new leads, where necessary
• Ensure client retention and growth by presenting new case studies and solutions to continuously enhance existing relationships

• Must be service orientated and have a positive attitude
• Methodical and consistent
• Good communication skills and a professional telephone and face-to-face manner
• Independent worker
• Ability to meet deadlines, sales targets and work under pressure
• Good command of English, both verbal and written
• Enthusiastic and dedicated
• A can-do attitude, can take initiative and is self-motivated
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Proactively deal with any tasks
• Works well in a team environment
• Contributes to the team dynamic and wellbeing

• A minimum of matric and preferably further education/training
• A minimum of 4 – 6 years of target driven sales or business development experience, preferably in the solutions/IT/education service industry
• It would be preferential if sales experience relates to solution selling and subscription sales

• Networking
• Persuasion
• Presentation Skills
• Research
• Closing Skills
• Prospecting Skills
• Market Knowledge
• Cold calling

Desired Skills:

• Adobe Suite
• Client Relations
• Cold Calling
• Identifying Target Audience
• New Business Development
• Relationship Building
• Sales

Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 06/27/2025

Our client is a well-established national Private Tertiary Education institution offering quality and attractive courses to professionals and school leavers alike.

The ideal candidate will be experienced, dedicated, committed, professional, and hungry for new business and achieving their set sales targets. We are seeking an experienced Sales Consultant for their campus based in Stellenbosch.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Build relationships with key stakeholders at schools, including teachers, principals, parents, and prospective students.
• Schedule and deliver presentations to Grade 11 & 12 learners.
• Create opportunities for initial contact with learners from Grade 8 to 10.
• Build relationships with funding and student loan organizations.
• Address customer concerns and issues professionally and promptly.
• Book school appointments with top feeder schools and present to Grade 11 and 12 learners; extend to earlier grades if required.
• Generate and manage data collection against targets.
• Aim to reach no less than 60-80% of school learners in the allocated region.
• Ensure quick delivery of information cards after presentations.
• Create events and opportunities to ensure high lead conversion.
• Develop a customer service/customer experience program on campus to ensure retention and minimize cancellations.
• Collaborate with the campus team, student advisors, and facilitators to maximize event attendance and secure enrollments.
• Drive brand loyalty.
• Implement marketing plans.
• Schedule appointments with schools, teachers, prospects, and parents.
• Coordinate with student advisors for consultations and events.
• Participate in recruiting students for the next intake.
• Mine and contact the career database.
• Arrange appointments/consultations aligned with school and campus targets.
• Assist in planning and scheduling marketing campaigns, tradeshows, conferences, and industry meetings.
• Recommend innovative marketing approaches for revenue growth.
• Provide sales support and guidance for product positioning.

Education:

• Sales and/or Marketing background beneficial.

Experience:

• Experience in academic advising or related careers in post-secondary education preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 06/27/2025

Our client is a well-established national Private Tertiary Education institution offering quality and attractive courses to professionals and school leavers alike.

The ideal candidate will be experienced, dedicated, committed, professional, and hungry for new business and achieving their set sales targets. We are seeking an experienced Sales Consultant for their campus based in Stellenbosch.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Build relationships with key stakeholders at schools, including teachers, principals, parents, and prospective students.
• Schedule and deliver presentations to Grade 11 & 12 learners.
• Create opportunities for initial contact with learners from Grade 8 to 10.
• Build relationships with funding and student loan organizations.
• Address customer concerns and issues professionally and promptly.
• Book school appointments with top feeder schools and present to Grade 11 and 12 learners; extend to earlier grades if required.
• Generate and manage data collection against targets.
• Aim to reach no less than 60-80% of school learners in the allocated region.
• Ensure quick delivery of information cards after presentations.
• Create events and opportunities to ensure high lead conversion.
• Develop a customer service/customer experience program on campus to ensure retention and minimize cancellations.
• Collaborate with the campus team, student advisors, and facilitators to maximize event attendance and secure enrollments.
• Drive brand loyalty.
• Implement marketing plans.
• Schedule appointments with schools, teachers, prospects, and parents.
• Coordinate with student advisors for consultations and events.
• Participate in recruiting students for the next intake.
• Mine and contact the career database.
• Arrange appointments/consultations aligned with school and campus targets.
• Assist in planning and scheduling marketing campaigns, tradeshows, conferences, and industry meetings.
• Recommend innovative marketing approaches for revenue growth.
• Provide sales support and guidance for product positioning.

Education:

• Sales and/or Marketing background beneficial.

Experience:

• Experience in academic advising or related careers in post-secondary education preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Experience

Join a forward-thinking UK-based training and recruitment provider specialising in the further education and apprenticeship sector. We are seeking a results-driven 360 Recruitment Consultant to manage the full recruitment cycle—from client acquisition and relationship building to candidate headhunting, screening, and placement. You’ll play a key role in sourcing top-tier talent for apprenticeship and education providers across the UK, using modern tools and a collaborative, remote-friendly approach. This is your opportunity to partner with an experienced leadership team while making a genuine impact in the UK education space.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive outbound business development by initiating contact with potential education and apprenticeship clients via LinkedIn, email, and phone.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment for client vacancies, including sourcing, screening, shortlisting, and placement.
• Source candidates proactively through platforms such as LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, databases, and referrals.
• Conduct headhunting and direct outreach to passive candidates in the education and apprenticeship sectors.
• Carry out candidate screening calls and structured interviews to assess experience, cultural fit, and motivation.
• Prepare candidates for interviews and maintain consistent communication throughout the recruitment process.
• Maintain a visible and engaging presence on LinkedIn, sharing insights and promoting job opportunities.
• Coordinate with the Managing Director and broader leadership team to follow strategic outreach and talent pipelines.
• Accurately document client and candidate interactions within the Firefish CRM system.
• Collaborate with marketing and internal stakeholders to ensure consistency in brand messaging and candidate experience.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a 360 recruitment role, ideally within education, training, or a service-based industry.
• Demonstrated success in both client acquisition and candidate sourcing / headhunting.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing platforms and tools, particularly LinkedIn Recruiter.
• Experience conducting structured interviews and screening for technical and cultural fit.
• Previous experience recruiting for UK-based clients or in the education / apprenticeship sector is highly advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills with a clear, persuasive, and professional approach.
• Comfortable managing multiple roles, clients, and candidate pipelines concurrently.
• Familiarity with Firefish CRM or similar recruitment systems.
• Self-motivated and reliable, with a dedicated home workspace, laptop, and stable internet connection.

Basic Salary between R25000 -R35000 per month based on experience + commission

Recruitment Consultant • Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA

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Randburg, South Africa | Posted on 04/03/2025

Lyceum is the trusted choice for over a century of quality education in South Africa. Our unique approach combines accredited programmes with flexible distance learning, making it easier to balance your studies with your lifestyle.

With thousands of students empowered to achieve their goals, we provide an innovative platform for success.

Experience a learning environment that prioritises your growth and career advancement while giving you the freedom to learn on your terms.

Job Summary:

The Student Support Consultant provides holistic academic and administrative support to students to foster academic success, engagement, and retention. The incumbent serves as a key liaison between students and various institutional departments, contributing to the creation of an enabling learning environment, particularly in a distance and digital learning context. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with regulatory expectations relating to student support in private higher education.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Academic Guidance and Student Engagement (20%)

• Conduct one-on-one and group academic advising sessions, focusing on academic literacies, study techniques, and time management.
• Monitor student academic engagement using LMS analytics, flags, and institutional dashboards to identify at-risk students.
• Facilitate academic workshops and collaborate with academic staff to embed support mechanisms.
• Promote participation in academic enrichment initiatives.
  

• Assist in the onboarding and orientation of new students, ensuring smooth assimilation into the institution’s academic environment.
• Coordinate and maintain accurate student records, including attendance, academic progress, intervention records, and other pertinent student information.
• Compile detailed reports on student retention, engagement, and academic intervention effectiveness for submission to relevant committees or management.
  

• Proactively identify academically at-risk students using institutional tools aligned with the approved Student Success and Retention Framework.
• Track student progress in collaboration with Programme Coordinators and initiate interventions.
• Maintain documented intervention records as required for internal and external audit purposes.
  

• Serve as the primary point of contact for students, addressing queries related to academic progress, support systems, policies, regulations, and institutional procedures.
• Facilitate communication between students and faculty members or relevant departments, ensuring timely resolutions of academic-related matters.
• Maintain open, empathetic, and professional communication channels, ensuring students feel valued, respected, and supported.
• Escalate unresolved or sensitive matters to appropriate departments while ensuring professional student communication is maintained.
• Provide timely feedback and updates to students regarding academic support interventions

• Identify students at risk of academic exclusion or attrition, proactively providing appropriate guidance, support, or referrals.
• Collaborate with specialized institutional departments (psychological services, finance and student wellness) to assist students facing broader personal, emotional, or financial challenges.
• Refer complex academic or non-academic student concerns to appropriate institutional authorities.

• Ensure compliance with Lyceum College’s academic policies, procedures, and regulatory standards prescribed by the Council on Higher Education (CHE) and Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET).
• Participate actively in internal audits and quality assurance exercises related to student academic support services.
• Contribute to ongoing policy refinement and procedural development within the Student Support Services unit.
• Ensure student support services are delivered in alignment with institutional policies and regulatory standards
• Contribute to the drafting of student support policies, SOPs, and self-evaluation reports as part of the institutional quality agenda.

• Facilitate training sessions for students on academic literacies, effective study methods, referencing skills, and digital proficiency.
  
• Regularly engage in personal professional development to stay abreast of best practices in student support and higher education trends.
• Collaborate with the Digital Literacy and Library team on the rollout of academic literacies and foundational competencies.
• Assist in developing support resources and asynchronous learning content (e.g., videos, toolkits).

• Represent Student Support Services in faculty meetings, academic forums, and relevant committees.
• Participate actively in institutional committees, contributing to the enhancement of student-related policies and procedures.
• Provide feedback to management on trends and challenges affecting student retention, engagement, and progression.

REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

1. A Bachelor’s degree in one of the following (or closely related) fields is required:

• Education (preferably with a focus on Learner Support, Inclusive Education, or Academic Development)
• Social Work
• Public Administration (with exposure to student services or academic governance)
• Development Studies or Communication (with student-centered support components)

3. At least three years of experience in student support, student affairs, academic advising, or counseling within a higher education environment.

4. Familiarity with distance and digital learning environments and proficiency with digital academic platforms.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  
• Strong ability in academic counseling, student advising, or pastoral care.
  
• Exceptional organizational and administrative capabilities.
  
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS), such as Moodle.
  
• Critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, demonstrate empathy, and work sensitively with diverse student populations.
  
• Experience and knowledge of the regulatory frameworks governing private higher education in South Africa, including CHE and DHET requirements.
• Demonstrated ability in data management, reporting, and analytical skills relevant to student support and retention analytics.

• Student-centered approach with strong interpersonal and motivational skills.
• Professionalism, reliability, and integrity in conduct and interactions.
• Excellent organizational skills and the capacity to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Commitment to continuous professional improvement and institutional goals.

Randburg, South Africa | Posted on 04/03/2025

Lyceum is the trusted choice for over a century of quality education in South Africa. Our unique approach combines accredited programmes with flexible distance learning, making it easier to balance your studies with your lifestyle.

With thousands of students empowered to achieve their goals, we provide an innovative platform for success.

Experience a learning environment that prioritises your growth and career advancement while giving you the freedom to learn on your terms.

Job Summary:

The Student Support Consultant provides holistic academic and administrative support to students to foster academic success, engagement, and retention. The incumbent serves as a key liaison between students and various institutional departments, contributing to the creation of an enabling learning environment, particularly in a distance and digital learning context. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with regulatory expectations relating to student support in private higher education.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Academic Guidance and Student Engagement (20%)

• Conduct one-on-one and group academic advising sessions, focusing on academic literacies, study techniques, and time management.
• Monitor student academic engagement using LMS analytics, flags, and institutional dashboards to identify at-risk students.
• Facilitate academic workshops and collaborate with academic staff to embed support mechanisms.
• Promote participation in academic enrichment initiatives.
  

• Assist in the onboarding and orientation of new students, ensuring smooth assimilation into the institution’s academic environment.
• Coordinate and maintain accurate student records, including attendance, academic progress, intervention records, and other pertinent student information.
• Compile detailed reports on student retention, engagement, and academic intervention effectiveness for submission to relevant committees or management.
  

• Proactively identify academically at-risk students using institutional tools aligned with the approved Student Success and Retention Framework.
• Track student progress in collaboration with Programme Coordinators and initiate interventions.
• Maintain documented intervention records as required for internal and external audit purposes.
  

• Serve as the primary point of contact for students, addressing queries related to academic progress, support systems, policies, regulations, and institutional procedures.
• Facilitate communication between students and faculty members or relevant departments, ensuring timely resolutions of academic-related matters.
• Maintain open, empathetic, and professional communication channels, ensuring students feel valued, respected, and supported.
• Escalate unresolved or sensitive matters to appropriate departments while ensuring professional student communication is maintained.
• Provide timely feedback and updates to students regarding academic support interventions

• Identify students at risk of academic exclusion or attrition, proactively providing appropriate guidance, support, or referrals.
• Collaborate with specialized institutional departments (psychological services, finance and student wellness) to assist students facing broader personal, emotional, or financial challenges.
• Refer complex academic or non-academic student concerns to appropriate institutional authorities.

• Ensure compliance with Lyceum College’s academic policies, procedures, and regulatory standards prescribed by the Council on Higher Education (CHE) and Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET).
• Participate actively in internal audits and quality assurance exercises related to student academic support services.
• Contribute to ongoing policy refinement and procedural development within the Student Support Services unit.
• Ensure student support services are delivered in alignment with institutional policies and regulatory standards
• Contribute to the drafting of student support policies, SOPs, and self-evaluation reports as part of the institutional quality agenda.

• Facilitate training sessions for students on academic literacies, effective study methods, referencing skills, and digital proficiency.
  
• Regularly engage in personal professional development to stay abreast of best practices in student support and higher education trends.
• Collaborate with the Digital Literacy and Library team on the rollout of academic literacies and foundational competencies.
• Assist in developing support resources and asynchronous learning content (e.g., videos, toolkits).

• Represent Student Support Services in faculty meetings, academic forums, and relevant committees.
• Participate actively in institutional committees, contributing to the enhancement of student-related policies and procedures.
• Provide feedback to management on trends and challenges affecting student retention, engagement, and progression.

REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

1. A Bachelor’s degree in one of the following (or closely related) fields is required:

• Education (preferably with a focus on Learner Support, Inclusive Education, or Academic Development)
• Social Work
• Public Administration (with exposure to student services or academic governance)
• Development Studies or Communication (with student-centered support components)

3. At least three years of experience in student support, student affairs, academic advising, or counseling within a higher education environment.

4. Familiarity with distance and digital learning environments and proficiency with digital academic platforms.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  
• Strong ability in academic counseling, student advising, or pastoral care.
  
• Exceptional organizational and administrative capabilities.
  
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS), such as Moodle.
  
• Critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, demonstrate empathy, and work sensitively with diverse student populations.
  
• Experience and knowledge of the regulatory frameworks governing private higher education in South Africa, including CHE and DHET requirements.
• Demonstrated ability in data management, reporting, and analytical skills relevant to student support and retention analytics.

• Student-centered approach with strong interpersonal and motivational skills.
• Professionalism, reliability, and integrity in conduct and interactions.
• Excellent organizational skills and the capacity to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Commitment to continuous professional improvement and institutional goals.

Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 06/24/2025

Our client is a well established national Private Tertiary Education institution offering quality and attractive courses to professionals and school leavers alike.

The ideal candidate will be experienced, dedicated, committed, professional and hungry for new business and achieving their set sales targets. We are on the hunt for an experienced Sales Consultant for their Campus based in Cape Town Northern Suburbs

Responsibilities& Duties:

• Requiredto build relationships with key people at schools / teachers/ principles /parents / prospective students
  
• Scheduleand complete presentations to grade 12 & 11 learners.
  
• Createopportunity for first contact with learners from Grade 8 to 10.
  
• Buildrelationships with funding and student loan organizations
  
• Addresscustomer concerns and issues in a professional and timely manner.
  
• Responsiblefor booking school appointments with top feeder schools, present to Grade 11and 12 learners. These bookings might beextended to earlier grades where and if required.
  
• Generateand manage the data collection against a given target
  
• Generateno less than 60 - 80% of school learners in the allocated region
  
• Ensurequick delivery of information cards to the campus after a presentation
  
• Createevents and opportunities that will ensure high lead conversion
  
• Create acustomer service/customer experience programme on campus that will ensurecustomer retention and minimize cancellation
  
• Workclosely with the campus team, student advisors, facilitators to ensure maximumattendance at events that will secure enrolments
  
• Drivebrand loyalty.
  
• Executemarketing plans.
  
• Bookappointments with schools | teachers | prospects and their parents
  
• Liaisewith the student advisors as required for consultations & events
  
• Involvedin the recruitment of the students for the next year intake
  
• Mining andcontacting of the career database
  
• Schedulingappointments/consultations according to the school/campus targets set
  
• Contactwith the database as required for events
  
• Assist theteam in planning and scheduling marketing campaigns, tradeshows, conferences,industry meetings
  
• Recommendinnovative and creative marketing approaches for revenue growth.
  
• Providesales support and guidance to team for product positioning.

Education:

• Sales and or Marketing beneficial
  

Experience

• Experience in academic advising orrelated careers in post-secondary education is preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 06/24/2025

Our client is a well established national Private Tertiary Education institution offering quality and attractive courses to professionals and school leavers alike.

The ideal candidate will be experienced, dedicated, committed, professional and hungry for new business and achieving their set sales targets. We are on the hunt for an experienced Sales Consultant for their Campus based in Cape Town Northern Suburbs

Responsibilities& Duties:

• Requiredto build relationships with key people at schools / teachers/ principles /parents / prospective students
  
• Scheduleand complete presentations to grade 12 & 11 learners.
  
• Createopportunity for first contact with learners from Grade 8 to 10.
  
• Buildrelationships with funding and student loan organizations
  
• Addresscustomer concerns and issues in a professional and timely manner.
  
• Responsiblefor booking school appointments with top feeder schools, present to Grade 11and 12 learners. These bookings might beextended to earlier grades where and if required.
  
• Generateand manage the data collection against a given target
  
• Generateno less than 60 - 80% of school learners in the allocated region
  
• Ensurequick delivery of information cards to the campus after a presentation
  
• Createevents and opportunities that will ensure high lead conversion
  
• Create acustomer service/customer experience programme on campus that will ensurecustomer retention and minimize cancellation
  
• Workclosely with the campus team, student advisors, facilitators to ensure maximumattendance at events that will secure enrolments
  
• Drivebrand loyalty.
  
• Executemarketing plans.
  
• Bookappointments with schools | teachers | prospects and their parents
  
• Liaisewith the student advisors as required for consultations & events
  
• Involvedin the recruitment of the students for the next year intake
  
• Mining andcontacting of the career database
  
• Schedulingappointments/consultations according to the school/campus targets set
  
• Contactwith the database as required for events
  
• Assist theteam in planning and scheduling marketing campaigns, tradeshows, conferences,industry meetings
  
• Recommendinnovative and creative marketing approaches for revenue growth.
  
• Providesales support and guidance to team for product positioning.

Education:

• Sales and or Marketing beneficial
  

Experience

• Experience in academic advising orrelated careers in post-secondary education is preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite