Role Summary:
This role is ideal for someone , who has a unique combination of interpretation skills, refugee support experience, and a strong customer-service approach. As our Educational Sales & Student Outreach Advisor, you will guide prospective students through our program offerings, support their career aspirations, and ensure they feel seen, heard, and supported throughout their journey.
Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct consultations with prospective students-especially refugees and newcomers-to understand their goals and provide tailored guidance.
• Clearly communicate program offerings and benefits, assisting in the enrollment process.
• Act as a friendly and empathetic point of contact for walk-ins and referrals.
• Build trust and rapport with clients through culturally sensitive support and active listening.
• Participate in community outreach and newcomer populations.
• Use language skills (Arabic, Dari, Pashto, Tigrinya, Amharic, Ukrainian, Somali, Farsi, Urdu, Spanish or English) to support client understanding and comfort.
• Maintain organized records and follow up with students to ensure high-quality engagement and conversion.
• Contribute to a welcoming office culture that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our clients.
What You Bring:
• Experience working with refugees or newcomer communities (e.g., as an interpreter, community worker, educator).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a respectful and calm approach.
• Ability to work with people from diverse cultural and educational backgrounds.
• Multilingual skills-especially in Arabic, Dari, Pashto, Tigrinya, Amharic, Ukrainian, Somali, Farsi, Urdu, Spanish and English-are a significant asset.
• Demonstrated history of reliability, punctuality, and teamwork.
• Comfort in fast-paced, client-facing environments (such as info booths, community events, or busy offices).
• A natural talent for helping others feel welcome, supported, and understood.
Bonus if you have:
• Experience in education, teaching, or career counseling.
• Interpreter certification or formal training in client services.
• Knowledge of the refugee experience or other migration journeys.
Why This Role Matters:
This isn't just a sales job-it's a bridge-building role. You'll be empowering students who may have faced serious challenges, helping them find new purpose and direction through education and career support.