Senior Career Counselor
The Opportunity
The Department of Student Affairs seeks an incumbent for the position
of Senior Career Counselor who is responsible for take the lead in the
development of career education and guidance programs. Establish
career development and employability training programs appropriate for
students and graduates. Manage the Career Resource Center daily
coordinating workshops, services and programs. Provide
professional expertise in various career planning programs and
assessments. Offers individual and group career counselling.
The Responsibilities
Develop and deliver career education and guidance programs for
Students & alumnae.
Offers individual and group career counselling and job readiness
advising workshops.
Devise and write career resources and make sure they are
accessible and up to date for all student levels, including
information on career paths, decision-making, job-seeking,
educational opportunities, and the regional labor market.
Utilizes career-related software programs and diagnostic
assessments to support students and graduates with career decision
making.
Provides guidance, advice and career planning to students
entering: On Campus Student Employment program and summer World of
Work program.
Establishes a calendar of workshops related to career education
and job readiness. Respond to requests for workshops from faculty.
Tailors workshops to the needs of specific student groups at various
stages of their educational careers.
Collects, analyses and/or utilizes appropriate labor market
information in a manner that advances career education programs and
University curriculum.
Works closely with University Seminar and College faculty to
incorporate career exploration and decision making into the
curriculum.
Coordinates and/or supports SCO events related to career
education. These include, but are not limited to Majors Day, On/Off
Campus Career Fairs, etc.
Develops Educational newsletters and other educational campaigns
to increase Career related information to Zayed University
Students.
Provides support in the coordination and implementation of the
Career Services web page, with direct responsibility for pages
related to career advising, career exploration, and career
education.
Initiates new innovations in relation to career provision and
services
Performs projects or tasks as directed by reporting line.
Provides expertise in career counselling and career education initiatives.
Independently and professionally presents Zayed University career
service programs to students, faculty and others as required.
Able to effectively develop initiatives that address cultural
issues related to National women exploring career options, making
career decision and/or entering the workforce.
Represents the University in a professional manner to both
internal and external audiences.
Works with all levels of university personnel, students, alumnae,
and the local community.
Collaborate with colleagues in Careers Service, Student Affairs
and Alumni to ensure programs and initiatives are integrated and supported.
Interacts extensively with senior management to educate,
influence, and build awareness of key issues and propose solutions.
The Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or recognized career counseling
qualification from an accreditation institution with a minimum of 7
years’ experience in a related field, or an equivalent
combination of education, skill or experience. Master Degree is
highly preferred.
Ability to administer & interpret career assessments.
Ability to provide career related workshops.
Possession of the skills and diplomacy necessary to work with
students, faculty, alumnae, and the local community in a
professional manner.
Bilingual (English/Arabic) is preferred.
Higher Education experience is preferred.
The Benefits
The University’s benefits package is highly attractive, with
competitive salaries free of tax in the , housing allowance, a
furniture allowance, annual vacation airline tickets for the employee
and immediate family, educational subsidies for children and
healthcare is provided to the employee and sponsored family members.
To Apply
In addition to completing the online application form, attach a cover
letter, a current CV, and the names and contact details of three
professional references.
While we appreciate all applications, you will be contacted
only if you are selected for an interview.
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The Department of Student Affairs seeks an incumbent for the position
of Senior Career Counselor who is responsible for take the lead in the
development of career education and guidance programs. Establish
career development and employability training programs appropriate for
students and graduates. Manage the Career Resource Center daily
coordinating workshops, services and programs. Provide
professional expertise in various career planning programs and
assessments. Offers individual and group career counselling.
The Responsibilities
Develop and deliver career education and guidance programs for
Students & alumnae.
Offers individual and group career counselling and job readiness
advising workshops.
Devise and write career resources and make sure they are
accessible and up to date for all student levels, including
information on career paths, decision-making, job-seeking,
educational opportunities, and the regional labor market.
Utilizes career-related software programs and diagnostic
assessments to support students and graduates with career decision
making.
Provides guidance, advice and career planning to students
entering: On Campus Student Employment program and summer World of
Work program.
Establishes a calendar of workshops related to career education
and job readiness. Respond to requests for workshops from faculty.
Tailors workshops to the needs of specific student groups at various
stages of their educational careers.
Collects, analyses and/or utilizes appropriate labor market
information in a manner that advances career education programs and
University curriculum.
Works closely with University Seminar and College faculty to
incorporate career exploration and decision making into the
curriculum.
Coordinates and/or supports SCO events related to career
education. These include, but are not limited to Majors Day, On/Off
Campus Career Fairs, etc.
Develops Educational newsletters and other educational campaigns
to increase Career related information to Zayed University
Students.
Provides support in the coordination and implementation of the
Career Services web page, with direct responsibility for pages
related to career advising, career exploration, and career
education.
Initiates new innovations in relation to career provision and
services
Performs projects or tasks as directed by reporting line.
Provides expertise in career counselling and career education initiatives.
Independently and professionally presents Zayed University career
service programs to students, faculty and others as required.
Able to effectively develop initiatives that address cultural
issues related to National women exploring career options, making
career decision and/or entering the workforce.
Represents the University in a professional manner to both
internal and external audiences.
Works with all levels of university personnel, students, alumnae,
and the local community.
Collaborate with colleagues in Careers Service, Student Affairs
and Alumni to ensure programs and initiatives are integrated and supported.
Interacts extensively with senior management to educate,
influence, and build awareness of key issues and propose solutions.
The Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or recognized career counseling
qualification from an accreditation institution with a minimum of 7
years’ experience in a related field, or an equivalent
combination of education, skill or experience. Master Degree is
highly preferred.
Ability to administer & interpret career assessments.
Ability to provide career related workshops.
Possession of the skills and diplomacy necessary to work with
students, faculty, alumnae, and the local community in a
professional manner.
Bilingual (English/Arabic) is preferred.
Higher Education experience is preferred.
The Benefits
The University’s benefits package is highly attractive, with
competitive salaries free of tax in the , housing allowance, a
furniture allowance, annual vacation airline tickets for the employee
and immediate family, educational subsidies for children and
healthcare is provided to the employee and sponsored family members.
To Apply
In addition to completing the online application form, attach a cover
letter, a current CV, and the names and contact details of three
professional references.
While we appreciate all applications, you will be contacted
only if you are selected for an interview.
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