Academic counselor - Kollam

2coms; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational consultancy in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced Academic Counsellor to guide students in their educational journey. Responsibilities include advising on course selections, monitoring academic performance, and conducting career workshops. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's or Master's in Education, Psychology, or related fields, with strong communication skills and empathy towards students. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on students' lives within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in academic advising, student counseling, or education-related roles.

Responsibilities

• Advise students on course selection, degree programs, and career opportunities.
• Help students explore career options based on their skills and interests.
• Track students' academic progress and suggest improvement strategies.
• Offer advice on time management, study techniques, and stress management.
• Collaborate with parents, teachers, and school administrators to ensure student success.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Empathy, patience, and the ability to motivate students

Problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Knowledge of education systems, career trends, and scholarship programs

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education, Psychology, Career Counseling, or a related field

Job description

Greetings from 2Coms Group!!

2COMSis one of India’s leading organizations. It’s not just one brand but a group of companies delivering excellence in multiple fields. Established almost three decades ago, we have been serving as a Complete Human Supply Chain Management Group.

JobsAcademyis a part of 2COMS Group and it is an award‑winning skill development organization, recognized by the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Government of India. Some of their core verticals include:

• Skill development programs funded by the Government of India
• Train, Hire and Deploy resources for the industry
• Implement vocational training programs for high school students
• Execute training programs funded by corporate CSR

JobsAcademyis accredited to EC- Council, CompTIA, AWS re/Start, Future Skills Prime, Go Daddy, Cloud Credential Council, NSDC.

It brings large-scale opportunities for technical trainers who have knowledge and skills in multiple technologies. This opportunity follows HTD program in which aspiring candidates are to be trained for MNCs. First WeHire, Then WeTrain and Finally Deploy the skilled technical professionals in the Tech‑Giants. The HTD program from JobsAcademy is designed to give existing IT professionals the exposure and opportunity they need to break away from the conventional jobs and enter into highly targeted, and career‑advancing roles.

To know more about us. Please click below.

2COMS - https://www.2coms.com/ Jobs Academy - https://jobsacademy.co

Job Summary:

Academic Counsellor helps students navigate their educational journey by providing guidance on academic planning, course selection, career opportunities, and personal development. They assess students' interests, strengths, and goals to support informed decision‑making about education and career paths.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Student Guidance & Support:
   • Advise students on course selection, degree programs, and career opportunities.
   • Assist with academic planning to ensure students meet graduation requirements.
   • Provide information about scholarships, internships, and extracurricular activities.
2. Career & Educational Counseling:
   • Help students explore career options based on their skills and interests.
   • Offer guidance on university applications, entrance exams, and study abroad programs.
   • Conduct career workshops, personality assessments, and aptitude tests.
3. Academic Performance Monitoring:
   • Track students' academic progress and suggest improvement strategies.
   • Provide support for students struggling with academic or personal challenges.
   • Coordinate with faculty to develop intervention plans for at-risk students.
4. Personal Development & Well-being:
   • Offer advice on time management, study techniques, and stress management.
   • Help students overcome learning difficulties or personal obstacles affecting their studies.
   • Provide referrals to mental health professionals if needed.
5. Parental & Institutional Communication:
   • Collaborate with parents, teachers, and school administrators to ensure student success.
   • Organize parent‑teacher meetings and academic counseling sessions.
   • Stay updated on educational policies and university admission criteria.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education, Psychology, Career Counseling, or a related field.
• Experience: Prior experience in academic advising, student counseling, or education‑related roles.
• Skills:
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Empathy, patience, and the ability to motivate students.
  • Problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities.
  • Knowledge of education systems, career trends, and scholarship programs.

Benefits

Interested candidates share resume on [e-mail]/9142302925