March 8, 2019

PFL Education – Preparation for Life is in need of Student Counselor.

Location: Lagos.

Job Purpose

Duties and Responsibilities
Sales:

To ensure that all student institution and visa applications are promptly applied for and followed-up closely to enrolment.

Application:

Conducting detailed profile assessment of sponsor/parent/guardian and student (which includes financial viability) and guiding them accordingly to institutions where his/her chances of getting admission is high
Requesting academic documentation required for institution applications and verifying the same
Completing, checking and sending applications to selected institutions, with very close attention to detail
Closely monitor individual student progress throughout the institution application process and likewise keep student informed
Promptly follow-up all offers made and ensure prompt responses back to client institutions

Visa Counselling:

Give clear and accurate information to students and parents based on the current immigration laws and policies for student visa application
Oversee the completion of all relevant visa and immigration documents on behalf of student and ensure that they are received within the time limit set by the government
Ensure that all information/documents provided by the student is accurate and correct, preparing and checking all legal documents including financial papers
Ensuring students are closely guided from start to finish of the student visa application process
Filing visa applications with the respective embassies
Liaising with study country embassies as and when required.

Administration:

Maintain full update on all PFL partner institutions regarding courses, materials and procedures
Creating and maintaining student records within the PFL CRM
Submitting activity and results reports, such as daily call reports, weekly work plans, and other such reports that are expected

General:

Build and maintain relationships with institution admission professionals
Kept updated as to PFL institutions documents in relation to courses, materials and procedures
Participate in all local education events (whether PFL sponsored or institution)
Serve as a general resource for students and parents regarding admission criteria and institution data
Maintain consistent contact with students and parents throughout the whole application process via e-mail, telephone and/or Skype
To support partner institution office visits
Keep office area neat, tidy, and professional at all times
Enter leads into company CRM and follow up immediately

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (international preferred, locally attained acceptable) or able to demonstrate the level of key skills required at degree level.

Professional Experience:

1+ years of experience in overseas education counselling in a similar organisation

Skills and Knowledge:

In-depth understanding of Overseas Education Counselling, Admission and Visa processes for Canada, Australia, New Zealand, USA, UK, Europe.

Personal Qualities:

Results orientated
Excellent convincing skills
Speaks clearly, sensitively, and persuasively when interacting with stakeholders.
Strong work ethic, with ability to work well under pressure and respond to tight deadlines
Ability to work on his/her own initiative and with a team
Adaptability, initiative, and flexibility
Close attention to detail, with the ability to spot mistakes or errors in documents, no matter how small
Customer service orientation and interpersonal skills
Integrity; good judgment and decision-making abilities, problem-solving skills, and organizational and planning skills
Skilled at information gathering and data management (student and institution records)
Good research and analytical skills to stay abreast of changes in immigration regulations and assess how the changes affect immigration processes
Flexibility over working hours

Method of Application

Applicants should send their CV to: hr.nigeria@preparationforlife.com

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