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Berry  Dikotla

Berry Dikotla

Recruitment And Business Development Manager (Africa & Middle East)
Johannesburg

Summary

Recruitment and Business Development Manager with over 10 years of experience in educational recruitment across Africa and the Middle East. Since joining the Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT) in 2021 as a Course Advisor, I have advanced into a strategic role focused on driving student recruitment, building and nurturing strategic partnerships with engineering industry leaders, and expanding EIT’s presence in key international markets. My work is driven by a passion for education and a commitment to empowering individuals through skills development. This role has enabled me to travel extensively, representing EIT in Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, Uganda, Rwanda, Egypt, Tanzania, Botswana, and Australia

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Recruitment and Business Development Manager

Engineering Institute of Technology
09.2021 - Current
  • Promote EIT’s engineering programs and offerings across Africa and the Middle East.
  • Build strong relationships with key education agents and ensure their teams receive appropriate training.
  • Establish and maintain partnerships with engineering industry bodies to promote skills development training.
  • Host presentations and webinars regularly to expand EIT’s brand and partnerships within engineering sectors.
  • Coordinate monthly webinars for the Africa and Middle East regions.
  • Provide administrative support by assisting with bi-weekly recruitment meetings.
  • Identify seminars and business opportunities within the SADC region.
  • Plan and coordinate school visits, expos, and engineering events to increase recruitment outreach.
  • Assist prospective students with course information and application processes.


Sales Consultant

Boston City Campus & Business College
02.2014 - 07.2021

· Promote and sell the institution’s educational programs and services to prospective students and other stakeholders.

· Assist students throughout the application process, providing support and guidance during the enrollment journey.

· Maintain accurate records of sales activities, client interactions, and enrollment data, and provide regular reports to management.

· Follow up with leads generated through marketing campaigns or events.

· Attend education fairs, open days, and community events to promote the institution.

· Establish and maintain positive relationships with school principals, teachers, career counselors, and administrative staff.

Education

Diploma - Leadership And Management

Engineering Institute Of Technology
Johannesburg, South Africa
04.2001 -

Qualification - Tourism And Travel Management

Boston City Campus
Johannesburg, South Africa
04.2001 -

Certificate - Sales And Marketing

Boston City Campus
Johannesburg, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Stakeholder Relationship Management

Cross-Cultural Communication

Education Sector Expertise

Travel & International Networking

Event Planning & Coordination

Managing Industry Partnerships

Sales & Negotiation

Certification

Presentation and Communication Skills

Timeline

UK - GDPR ( General Data Protection Regulation)

08-2025

Presentation and Communication Skills

08-2024

Recruitment and Business Development Manager

Engineering Institute of Technology
09.2021 - Current

Sales Consultant

Boston City Campus & Business College
02.2014 - 07.2021

Diploma - Leadership And Management

Engineering Institute Of Technology
04.2001 -

Qualification - Tourism And Travel Management

Boston City Campus
04.2001 -

Certificate - Sales And Marketing

Boston City Campus
04.2001 -
Berry DikotlaRecruitment And Business Development Manager (Africa & Middle East)