Job Description

Role summary

A Business Development Officer (BDO) in the Education sector is focused on expanding an educational institution or company's reach, attracting students, and forging strategic partnerships to achieve growth objectives.

Key responsibilities

Market Research & Analysis: Identifying trends and opportunities within the education sector (e.g., student demographics, competitor landscape, emerging educational needs).
Lead Generation & Prospecting: Developing strategies and initiatives to generate leads, such as conducting seminars at schools/colleges, participating in educational expos, and utilizing online platforms and networking events.
Relationship Building: Building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, including school administrators, counselors, students, parents, and industry professionals.
Presentations & Proposals: Preparing and delivering persuasive presentations and proposals showcasing educational programs, services, or products to potential clients and partners.
Client Engagement & Support: Counseling students on educational opportunities, providing information about programs and services, and ensuring student satisfaction.
Strategic Planning: Collaborating with management to develop and implement strategies for expanding into new markets, launching new programs, or forming partnerships.
Reporting & Performance Monitoring: Tracking and reporting on sales and marketing activities, student enrollment numbers, and overall business development performance.
Collaboration: Working with marketing teams to develop promotional materials and coordinating with other departments (e.g., admissions, academics) to ensure seamless student support.
Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Education, or a related field.

Experience: Proven experience in business development, sales, or educational counseling, preferably within the education sector.

Skills:

Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Interpersonal Skills: Strong ability to build rapport and establish trust with diverse individuals.
Analytical Skills: Capacity to analyze market trends, interpret data, and identify new business opportunities.
Organizational & Time Management: Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
Results-Oriented: Demonstrated ability to achieve targets and drive growth.
Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and potentially CRM software like Salesforce.
Personal Attributes: Proactive, self-motivated, adaptable, and customer-service focused.
Desired skills and experience

Experience in sales / Marketing specific (EdTech platforms or solutions. ( Optional )
Familiarity with digital marketing and social media strategies for student outreach.
Event planning and management experience.
Understanding of diverse educational systems and regulatory frameworks.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ?25,193.96 - ?75,439.92 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance Provident Fund
Work Location: In person