University Campus Strategy & Business Development Associate

Company Description

SSSi Tutoring Services is an innovative educational platform established in 2017, dedicated to empowering students to achieve academic excellence. Our team of skilled and passionate tutors provides expert guidance across a range of subjects, including math, science, language arts, and test preparation. We focus on personalizing teaching methods to suit individual learning styles, ensuring students gain lasting knowledge and confidence. With flexible options such as one-on-one sessions, group classes, and online tutoring, SSSi adapts to meet the needs and preferences of learners.

Role Description

SSSi is seeking a dynamic, resourceful, and self-motivated Remote Associate based in Australia to spearhead our local market expansion. This role is a hybrid of grassroots marketing, business development, and content creation. You will be the face of the brand on the ground, tasked with penetrating university ecosystems, building strategic local partnerships, and driving lead generation for our premium academic support and tutoring services.

Key Responsibilities1. On-Ground Brand Activation

• Physical Outreach: Execute high-visibility flyer distribution and "Guerrilla Marketing" tactics in high-traffic student zones, including libraries, housing hubs, and university exits.
• Notice Board Management: Strategically place branded academic resources and QR-coded materials in student accommodation common areas and campus hubs.
• Event Support: Organize and lead "Move-In Day" welcome initiatives and "Syllabus Sniper" campaigns during peak academic stress periods.

2. Business Development & Partnerships

• B2B Networking: Identify and negotiate advertising and promotional tie-ups with local stakeholders, including restaurant managers, accommodation providers, and student service agencies.
• Strategic Alliances: Coordinate with local marketing agencies to synchronize digital presence with physical promotional campaigns.
• Expert Sourcing: Identify and vet local Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to support the delivery of high-quality academic content.

3. Digital Community Engagement

• Peer Seeding: Maintain an active, helpful presence in course-specific Discord, WhatsApp, and Facebook groups to share resources and capture high-intent leads.
• Classifieds Management: Manage local digital outreach through platforms like Gumtree and student-specific marketplaces.
• Social Selling: Leverage personal and professional social networks to drive assignment orders and manage the end-to-end lead conversion process.

4. Content & Research

• Field Research: Conduct primary research and social experiments with students to gather insights into local academic pain points.
• Multimedia Creation: Interview students regarding university life and record authentic video testimonials to build brand trust and social proof.

Requirements

• Location: Currently residing in a major Australian university city (e.g., Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide).
• Education: Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of an Australian University.
• Communication: Exceptional English communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with students, professors, and business managers.
• Mindset: A "hustler" mentality—proactive, comfortable with cold outreach, and able to work independently without constant supervision.
• Tech Savvy: Proficient in using social media platforms for business and comfortable using smartphone tools for field reporting and video content.

What We Offer

• Flexible Schedule: A remote role that allows you to work around your academic or personal commitments.
• Professional Growth: Gain hands-on experience in international business development, multi-channel marketing, and project management.
• Impact: The opportunity to build a brand from the ground up within the Australian market.