GBS is seeking a motivated and dynamic Outreach Officer (Student Recruitment) to lead our efforts in building strategic relationships, fostering community engagement, and expanding our educational and corporate partnerships. The ideal candidate will have a passion for education and business development, strong communication skills, and a proven track record in outreach initiatives. This role is essential in advancing GBS’s mission to provide impactful educational solutions across diverse sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
* Community Engagement: Develop and implement outreach strategies to foster meaningful partnerships with educational institutions, non-profits, and corporate partners that align with GBS's mission and values.
* Relationship Building: Cultivate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including universities, government agencies, industry groups, and local community organizations.
* Program Development: Design and coordinate outreach programs, workshops, and events that showcase GBS’s educational resources and services.
* Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with marketing, sales, and product teams to develop outreach campaigns and materials that highlight GBS’s educational solutions.
* Data-Driven Analysis: Utilize data to assess the impact of outreach initiatives, prepare reports, and recommend improvements for maximizing engagement.
* Brand Ambassador: Represent GBS at community events, conferences, and networking opportunities, enhancing the company's visibility and reputation within the educational sector.
Minimum Requirements:
* Sales Acumen: Identify the needs and goals of prospective students and recommend suitable programs. Utilize effective selling techniques to achieve enrolment targets.
* Communication Skills: The ability to effectively communicate with prospective students through various channels including in-person interactions, phone calls, emails, and other platforms.
* Customer Service Skills: Providing exceptional customer service to prospective students by addressing their enquiries, concerns, and needs in a timely and professional manner.
* Active Listening: Listening attentively to the needs and concerns of prospective students and responding with tailored solutions and support.
* Closing Skills: Effectively guiding prospective students through the enrolment process and overcoming objections to secure commitments and enrolments.
* Proven experience: in outreach, recruitment, or community engagement, preferably in an educational setting.
* Travel Requirement: Willingness to travel around campuses and different locations for events.
* Driving License: A valid driving license is a must.
Commitment to Values:
The Outreach Officer (Student Recruitment) will also be expected to demonstrate their commitment to:
* GBS values and regulations, including equal opportunities policy.
* GBS’s Social, Economic and Environmental responsibilities and minimize environmental impact in the performance of the role.
* Health and Safety responsibilities to ensure a safe and secure working environment for staff, students, and other visitors to the campus.
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