Academic Advisor
Career Switch
About the Role
The Academic Advisor is a full-time, on-site role based in Noida. This position focuses on guiding learners through their academic journey, assisting with program and course selection, and providing ongoing support for successful completion of studies.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct one-on-one advising sessions.
- Offer student counseling.
- Facilitate career counseling discussions.
- Monitor academic progress.
- Collaborate with faculty and administrative teams to address academic concerns.
- Support student retention.
- Share accurate information about program requirements, institutional policies, and career pathways.
- Organize informational sessions.
- Maintain detailed advising records.
- Contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Qualifications
- Strong Student Counseling and Academic Advising skills.
- Effective Communication skills.
- Career Counseling skills.
- Solid background in Education or a related discipline.
- Relevant qualifications such as a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field are preferred.
- Experience working in academic advising, student services, or educational counseling, ideally within higher education or professional training programs, is beneficial.
- Ability to handle sensitive student information with discretion.
- Ability to demonstrate cultural sensitivity.
- Ability to maintain a supportive, non-discriminatory advising environment.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Proficiency with basic office and student management software is advantageous.
