Academic Counselor – New Zealand Education Specialist

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Academic Counselor to guide students in Nepal who wish to pursue higher education in New Zealand. The role involves providing personalized counseling, university and course selection assistance, application support, and visa guidance.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct one‑on‑one counseling sessions based on students’ academic background, career goals and study‑abroad preferences.
• Provide accurate information on New Zealand universities, courses, admission requirements, scholarships and intake periods.
• Assist students with university and program selection, application documentation, SOPs, essays and resumes.
• Advise on English‑language test requirements (IELTS, PTE) and guide students through visa procedures.
• Offer guidance on tuition fees, living expenses, scholarships and financial planning.
• Maintain lead, application and conversion records in the CRM and achieve enrollment targets.
• Participate in education fairs, seminars and promotional activities while maintaining strong relationships with prospective and existing students.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Management, Business Administration or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum 2 years experience in educational consultancy or study‑abroad counseling.
• Strong knowledge of New Zealand education system, admission processes and student visa requirements.
• Excellent communication, organization and relationship‑management skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience using CRM software.