to support and oversee our Tygervalley and Mowbray campuses.
The Opportunity We are looking for an experienced regional leader with a strong background in event activations, key account management, and team leadership to drive high-impact school engagement and long-lead conversion across multiple campuses. This role is hands-on, field-based, and execution-driven. You will lead regional activation teams, own strategic school relationships, and ensure that national segmentation and enrolment strategies are delivered with consistency, quality, and measurable impact at a regional level. If your strength lies in planning and executing large-scale events, managing strategic accounts, and leading teams in a fast-paced, target-driven environment, this role is designed for you.
Position Type:
Permanent
Pupose of the role:
To drive regional strategy and execution of school engagement, data collection, and long-lead conversion initiatives. This role oversees a team of Customer Relationship Leads or Marketers across multiple campuses, ensuring segmentation strategy, customer experience, and national objectives are effectively localized and delivered.
Important to Know
This is a high-travel role across campuses and schools
Own transport and a valid driver's license are required
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends during peak event periods is essential
This role is not suitable for junior marketers or purely administrative CRM profiles
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications / Education / Certification
Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field (required).
Professional certifications in CRM, Event activation, Education Marketing, or Leadership (advantageous).
Experience
6 years' experience in one or more of the following:
Event management or brand activation leadership
Key account or partnership management
Sales or marketing leadership in a field-based environment
Proven experience leading teams (minimum 8 team members)
Strong track record of planning and executing large-scale events or activations
Experience working with targets, pipelines, and conversion metrics
Exposure to the education sector or youth-focused markets is a strong advantage
Duties and Responsibilities
What You Will Be Responsible For:
Regional School Engagement & Activations
Own and execute the regional school engagement strategy across Grades 8-12
Plan, lead, and oversee high-volume events, expos, activations, and campus-based engagements
Ensure consistent delivery of the value proposition, event standards, and brand experience
Identify and grow key feeder school and sponsor partnerships in your region
Key Account & Stakeholder Management
Act as the senior regional relationship owner for strategic schools and partners
Build long-term, value-driven partnerships with school leadership and influencers
Collaborate closely with Sales, Marketing, Academics, and Campus Operations to align execution
Team Leadership & Performance
Lead and develop a regional team of Customer Relationship Marketers
Drive clear targets, accountability, and execution discipline
Conduct regular performance reviews, coaching, and capability development
Build a high-energy, service-driven, student-focused team culture
Lead Generation & Conversion Oversight
Ensure strong lead quality, volume, and application conversion from school and pre-enrolment campaigns
Align regional activity to campaign timing, intake cycles, and enrolment priorities
Use CRM insights to adjust plans, address gaps, and mitigate risk
Operational Control & Governance
Oversee CRM usage, data quality, and engagement reporting
Manage regional budgets for events, travel, and activations
Ensure compliance with organisational standards, brand guidelines, and ethical conduct
Drive audit readiness and risk mitigation
What Success Looks Like
Regional lead and pre-enrolment targets consistently achieved or exceeded
High-impact, well-executed events with strong school participation and feedback
Healthy, growing feeder school relationships across the region
High-performing, engaged regional CRM teams
Accurate forecasting, reporting, and data hygiene
Strong internal stakeholder confidence and collaboration
Functional and Behavioural Competencies
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Functional Competencies
Deep understanding of CRM and segmentation strategy.
Event planning and execution.
Analytical and reporting skills using CRM tools.
Excellent stakeholder engagement and presentation skills.
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Behavioural Competencies
Strategic, collaborative, and outcome-focused.
Excellent communicator and motivator.
Proactive problem solver and innovator.
Values-driven, resilient, and growth-oriented.
Why Join Us You will play a pivotal role in shaping how prospective students experience our brand long before enrolment. This is an opportunity to lead at scale, influence outcomes directly, and build something meaningful across regions, schools, and communities.
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Job Detail
Job Id
JD1638443
Industry
Not mentioned
Total Positions
1
Job Type:
Full Time
Salary:
Not mentioned
Employment Status
Permanent
Job Location
ZA, South Africa
Education
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