Job Description

Job Purpose:

To drive strategic growth, increase revenue, and enhance the visibility and competitiveness of the school by identifying new opportunities, building strong partnerships, and improving enrolment and funding streams.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Growth and Planning

Develop and implement the school's business development strategy aligned with overall institutional goals. Identify opportunities for growth in enrolment, partnerships, and funding. Conduct market research to analyse trends in the education sector (private and public).

Partnership and Stakeholder Engagement

Build and maintain relationships with corporate sponsors, NGOs, community organisations, and government departments. Promote collaboration with tertiary institutions for learner progression. Identify and nurture opportunities for collaboration with education service providers.

Marketing and Brand Visibility

Work with the marketing team to increase the school's visibility via events, media, and campaigns. Organise school open days, expos, and information sessions for prospective parents and partners. Support the creation of promotional material, school brochures, and social media content.

Enrolment and Retention Initiatives

Develop and implement strategies to increase learner admissions. Monitor enrolment trends and dropout rates to inform strategies. Support the admissions department with outreach and recruitment campaigns.

Fundraising and Revenue Generation

Identify and secure alternative funding streams (e.g. grants, sponsorships, donations). Organise fundraising events and donor engagement initiatives. Prepare proposals and business cases for potential investors or donors.

Financial Oversight

Work with the finance team to create sustainable financial growth plans. Monitor budgets related to business development activities and return on investment.

Reporting and Compliance

Prepare periodic business development and progress reports for school management and governing bodies. Ensure all business practices comply with DBE and South African legal and education standards.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Education Management, or related field. Postgraduate qualifications in Education or Business (advantageous).

Experience:

5-10 years' experience in business development, sales, or strategic partnerships, ideally in the education or NGO sector. Proven track record in fundraising, partnership building, or school admissions.

Skills:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong negotiation and networking ability. Project management and strategic thinking. Familiarity with the South African basic education landscape.

Personal Attributes:

Passionate about education and learner development. Goal-driven and self-motivated. Culturally sensitive and community-oriented. Creative, resourceful, and innovative.
Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

Johannesburg, Gauteng: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:

Bachelors (Required)
Experience:

* Relevant work in the Education Sector or NGO: 5 years (Required)