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Job type full-time
Full job description
We believe the traditional university experience hasn’t changed for 100 yearsIt’s no longer fit for purpose, so we believe it’s time for a paradigm shift in higher educationOne that puts learners first, giving them the skills to succeed now - and in the future.
If you feel the same, then read on.
Nexford university (nxu) is looking for a career development advisor who will help drive enrollment through a consultative advising approach focused predominantly on an international audience (non-us)You will be actively engaged in running regular webinars and personal advising sessions with nexford’s global community of prospective and current learnersYou will help learners and applicants identify their personal goals and the skills they need to accomplish those goals.
You will represent nexford primarily through online meetings; presenting our curriculum, explaining our learning experience, and explaining to prospective applicants how a competency-based online education can help them achieve their individual goalsThis role combines elements of individual and group coaching, in addition to enrollment counseling.
You will be an evangelist of online education at large and help spread awareness around the benefits of earning a nexford degreeYou will be an expert in digital careers and global employment trends in order to help bridge the gap between higher education and employability.
As an innovative university born and operating 100% online you will have the opportunity to propose and implement creative strategies and ideasWe are looking for creative thinkers with excellent communication skills.
If you are looking for an exciting role in a start-up, are mission-driven and result-oriented, this could be the perfect role for you.
Key responsibilities:
Help guide prospective learners through their education options based on their individual career ambitions
Lead thought leadership webinars, and co-host webinars with industry experts
Network with industry experts online and invite them to join your webinars
Increase program enrollments by accurately presenting skills learners will gain through nexford and how those skills relate to employer needs
Collaborate with the marketing team in producing digital content to drive brand awareness and enrollment
Design and deliver presentations to groups of prospective learners and applicants
Maintain a strong understanding of current academic programs and global employment trends.
The ideal candidate:
Bachelor’s degree required, master`s preferred
Min 2 years of experience in a related role
Experience with an international audience is essential
Results-driven
Excellent communication and presentation skills are essential for this job
Strong interpersonal and writing skills are necessary, including public speaking skills and the ability to present nxu in a positive way to diverse international populations
Strong command of various technology tools including crms and digital marketing
Compensation and benefits:
Work at a company with a social mission where you can make a real difference
20 days paid time off annually
401k
Healthcare
12 paid days annually (one per month) for manager-approved professional-development, after 3 months of employment
Earn your mba for free
50% discounted tuition on all nexford courses for your family
An entrepreneurial and highly stimulating environment
100% remote work.
This position classification has been defined as exempt and is not subject to the overtime provisions of the fair labor standards act (flsa).
About nexford university
Nexford university empowers greater social and economic mobility across the world by providing learners with high-quality, affordable education that prepares them for the global workplaceWe offer a next-generation learning experience that will positively impact millions of lives around the world.
Nxu was born differentWe look beyond qualifications to give any learner, regardless of starting point, an educational foundation for lifelong successWe do this through curricular innovation, leadership in learning analytics, and using the latest technologies to provide a digital-first learning experience.
We are relentlessly optimistic, ambitious and creativeA cross-disciplinary team of problem solvers with one common goal: helping our learners and partners unlock their full potential.
Nexford university is an american university licensed by the higher education licensure commission in washington dc.
For more information, visit www.nexford.org.
Nexford university is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
Nexford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employerWe evaluate qualified applicants and treat all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or based on any individual’s status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
