Description:
UniLINK is looking for a highly skilled and experienced student Counsellor to guide students aspiring to study abroad. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in education counselling, with specific expertise in counselling for certain countries or academic programs. In this role, you will not only work directly with students but also mentor and train a Trainee Counsellor, helping to develop their skills as you guide students through their application journey. This is an opportunity to contribute to both student success and the professional growth of future counsellors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Student Counselling: Provide specialized, in-depth counselling to students applying to universities in specific regions (e.g., UK, USA, Canada, Australia) or for certain academic programs (e.g., medicine, engineering, business).
- Mentorship: Supervise and mentor a Trainee Counsellor, sharing knowledge and best practices, and guiding them as they assist in the student counselling process.
- Application Assistance: Work closely with students to help them prepare and submit strong university applications, including assistance with personal statements, recommendation letters, and interviews.
- Visa Guidance: Provide expert advice on the visa application process, ensuring students have the right documentation and meet all necessary requirements.
- Country-Specific Knowledge: Stay up-to-date with changes in university admissions, visa regulations, and educational trends for your area of expertise, ensuring students receive accurate and relevant information.
- Workshops & Seminars: Organize and lead training sessions for both students and trainee counsellors on specific topics related to study abroad, such as admissions strategy, visa interviews, or scholarship applications.
- Parental Engagement: Communicate effectively with parents to address their concerns and guide them through the financial planning, scholarship opportunities, and the overall student experience abroad.
- Student Progress Tracking: Oversee the progress of students’ applications, ensuring timely submissions and follow-ups with universities.
Trainee Counsellor Mentorship:
As a Specialized Counsellor, you will be paired with a Trainee Counsellor who will assist you with daily tasks such as student follow-ups, document preparation, and administrative duties. You will provide them with hands-on training, coaching them on how to assess student needs, conduct consultations, and support students through their study abroad journey. Your mentorship will play a key role in developing the next generation of education counsellors.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree, preferably in Education, Counselling, Social Sciences, or related fields.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in education counselling, with a focus on international student admissions.
- Expertise in counselling for specific countries or academic programs.
- Strong knowledge of international university admission processes and visa regulations.
- Excellent communication skills in both English and Urdu.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple student cases and a trainee counsellor.