Student Success Advisor — Academic Guidance & Growth

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; In loco; ZAR 300.000 - 420.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 in Kimberley seeks an Academic Advisor for its Student Success Center to guide students through course selection, degree planning, and career development. You will provide resources, monitor progress, and help foster an inclusive campus environment.

The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor's in Education, Psychology, Counseling, or related field (Master's preferred) and at least two years' higher education advising experience, with strong listening and communication skills.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in academic advising, counseling, or student support services in a higher education setting.
• Strong knowledge of university policies, procedures, and academic programs.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and active listening skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse student populations and foster an inclusive environment.

Mansioni

• Provide individualized academic advising to students regarding course selection, degree requirements, and academic progress.
• Assist students in developing realistic academic and career goals, and create actionable plans to achieve them.
• Connect students with appropriate university resources and support services, such as tutoring, counseling, and career services.
• Monitor student academic performance and proactively intervene to support students facing challenges.
• Maintain accurate and confidential student records and document all advising interactions.

Conoscenze

Academic advising

Interpersonal communication

Active listening

Diversity & inclusion

Counseling

Formazione

Bachelor's degree (Education, Psychology, Counseling)

Master's degree preferred

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 in Kimberley seeks an Academic Advisor for its Student Success Center to guide students through course selection, degree planning, and career development. You will provide resources, monitor progress, and help foster an inclusive campus environment.

The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor's in Education, Psychology, Counseling, or related field (Master's preferred) and at least two years' higher education advising experience, with strong listening and communication skills.