Sales / Placement Officer at Vuzela Consulting

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and enthusiastic Sales Officer to join our team and help us expand our reach. As our Sales Officer, you will be the primary driver of student enrollment across all our courses, managing the complete sales journey from lead generation through to successful enrollment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Generation & Conversion: Identify and pursue new sales opportunities, managing the full sales cycle from initial inquiry to enrollment, and consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets
• Consultative Selling: Understand the unique career aspirations of prospective students and effectively match them with the most suitable training program
• Outreach & Promotion: Represent the academy at educational fairs, school events, community gatherings, and through digital channels to promote our courses
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, positive relationships with prospective and current students, providing excellent customer service
• Reporting: Maintain accurate records of all sales activities and student data in our CRM system and provide regular reports on sales performance

Requirements

• B.Sc Degree or HND qualification in any field
• Minimum 2 years of proven sales experience, preferably in the education, training, or service sector
• Proven experience in a sales, marketing, or business development role, preferably within the education, training, or service sector
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills—comfortable engaging with a diverse range of people
• Target-oriented mindset with a strong drive for achieving results
• Genuine interest in and understanding of the childcare, domestic services, and elder care industries
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team