Academic Advisor - Student Support

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Impactful role for students

Access to resources and training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Academic Advisor for our client, an Eastern Cape institution, to join Student Support Services in Queenstown. You will guide students through course selection, academic planning, and personal development, fostering student success and informed study choices in a diverse environment.

The role focuses on providing individual and group advising, interpreting policies, and connecting students with tutoring or counseling as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, or related field.
• Experience in student advising, counseling, or related student support role within an educational institution.
• Strong knowledge of academic requirements, university policies, and student development theories.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and active listening skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group academic advising to students regarding course selection, degree requirements, and academic progress.
• Assist students in developing personalized academic plans and setting realistic educational goals.
• Offer guidance on university policies, procedures, and resources available to support student success.
• Identify students facing academic challenges and connect them with appropriate support services, such as tutoring or counseling.
• Maintain accurate student records and track student progress throughout their academic careers.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Active listening

Confidentiality

Diversity awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, or related field

Master's degree advantageous

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and empathetic Academic Advisor to join their Student Support Services in Queenstown. This crucial role involves providing comprehensive guidance and support to students, helping them navigate their academic journey, achieve their educational goals, and make informed decisions about their studies and future careers. You will work closely with students from diverse backgrounds, offering personalized advice on course selection, academic planning, and personal development strategies. The successful candidate will be passionate about student success and committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment within the Eastern Cape institution.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group academic advising to students regarding course selection, degree requirements, and academic progress.
• Assist students in developing personalized academic plans and setting realistic educational goals.
• Offer guidance on university policies, procedures, and resources available to support student success.
• Identify students facing academic challenges and connect them with appropriate support services, such as tutoring or counseling.
• Maintain accurate student records and track student progress throughout their academic careers.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field; a Master's degree is advantageous.
• Experience in student advising, counseling, or a related student support role within an educational institution.
• Strong knowledge of academic requirements, university policies, and student development theories.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and active listening skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations and maintain confidentiality.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development in student support and academic advising.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment focused on student success.
• The opportunity to make a significant positive impact on students' lives.
• Access to university resources and training programs.