ApplyBoard simplifies the study abroad search, application, and acceptance process by connecting international students, recruitment partners, and educational institutions on one intuitive and personalized platform. ApplyBoard is a mission-driven organization. It has been attracting dedicated individuals for more than eight years who are inspired every day to break down barriers to international education and take their careers to new heights at a company that will invest in their career growth. Our six core values are our compass in our mission to Educate the World and the foundation of our unique company culture. As an organization built on a foundation of diversity, it’s important that our team members are representative of the students from more than 150 countries that we support. The Opportunity: We’re seeking an energetic and determined Partner Acquisition & Activation Officer to accelerate ApplyBoard’s growth through strategic partnerships and seamless onboarding. As a pivotal member of our team, you’ll identify and recruit high-potential recruitment agents (RPs) and shepherd them into the ApplyBoard network, turning potential into measurable impact every day. What You’ll Be Doing Every Day: Brand Representation & Promotion: Act as an ambassador for ApplyBoard, effectively promoting our platform and services to potential recruitment partners while enhancing their understanding of our brand. Sales Contribution & Business Development: Increase recruitment partner sign-ups and identify new business opportunities through proactive outreach and engagement via cold calls, emails, WhatsApp, and LinkedIn. Needs Assessment & Relationship Building: Identify and qualify the specific needs and challenges of potential partners, building and nurturing strong relationships to foster trust and support their recruitment efforts. Market Research: Conduct thorough research to identify local international student agents and agencies, ensuring targeted and effective outreach. Recruitment Partner Onboarding & Training: Schedule and conduct onboarding sessions, providing comprehensive training and ongoing support to ensure partners are proficient in utilizing the ApplyBoard platform. Pipeline Management & Reporting: Regularly update the Sales Manager/Director on activities, leads, and pipeline status using CRM tools (Salesforce) and document outreach efforts to ensure alignment with sales goals. Performance Improvement: Drive increased recruitment partner usage and student applications through effective training on best practices and continuous engagement strategies. What You Bring to the Table: A minimum of 1 year of proven experience in sales or a similar role, demonstrating an understanding of sales processes and strategies. Ability to clearly and powerfully communicate ApplyBoard’s value proposition, ensuring agents receive the training and engagement necessary for successful application processing. Demonstrated competitive nature coupled with strong relationship-building skills that foster partnerships and collaboration. Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and pay meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy. Strong problem-solving skills with the capability to navigate ambiguous situations, consistently seeking the best outcomes for students while maintaining integrity in partner relationships. Experience with educational consultants or postsecondary institutions is a plus, providing context to the recruitment process. About ApplyBoard ApplyBoard empowers students around the world to access the best education. With more than 1,000,000 students from over 150 countries helped with their journey in less than a decade, we are just getting started. ApplyBoard’s global team assists students and our 1,500+ partner institutions by empowering the international student sector with innovative technology and insights. ApplyBoard keeps international students at the heart of everything we do. Thank you for your interest in joining the ApplyBoard Team and being part of our mission to Educate the World. While we are lucky to attract a high level of interest in each of our roles, only qualified applicants will be contacted and selected for an interview. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, and/or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. ApplyBoard welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates in all aspects of the hiring and selection process. Help Us Educate the World! We’re building a movement - an education revolution. We want you to be part of this movement—and have a whole lot of fun along the way!

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