Student Advisor

Job description

We seek to hire an empathetic and knowledgeable Student Advisor Intern who is based in Lusaka to join our team.

The Student Advisor Intern will play a critical role in guiding students through academic and career decisions by providing tailored counselling, application assistance, and financial aid support. This position is ideal for professionals passionate about making a meaningful impact on students’ lives.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Student Counselling and Guidance:
– Conduct one-on-one sessions to understand students’ academic backgrounds, goals, and interests.
– Advise students on academic programs, institutions, and career options locally and internationally.
– Help students identify courses and programs that align with their aspirations and qualifications.

2. Application Assistance:
– Guide students through application processes, including preparing documentation and meeting deadlines.
– Assist with crafting application materials such as personal statements, resumes, and reference letters.
– Support students in navigating online application platforms.

3. Financial Aid & Scholarship Support:
– Provide information about scholarships, grants, and financial aid options.
Assist with scholarship applications, including writing assistance and meeting eligibility criteria.
– Offer budgeting advice and strategies for managing educational expenses.
Academic Preparation & Transition Support:
– Provide resources to help students prepare for academic programs and adapt to new environments.
– Organize workshops or webinars on academic success, cultural adaptation, and career readiness.
– Support exam preparation for tests like IELTS, TOEFL, and SAT as needed.
Follow-up and Student Success Tracking:
– Maintain regular contact with students to track application progress and provide ongoing support.
– Check on students’ academic progress and personal well-being post-enrolment.
Gather feedback to enhance services and address student needs.

4. Information and Resource Management:
– Stay updated on educational programs, institutional requirements, and academic trends.
– Develop and maintain resources on programs, scholarships, and application processes.
– Create content for our Consultancy’s website, social media, and newsletters to inform prospective students and parents.

5. Follow-up and Student Success Tracking

– Maintain regular contact with students to track their application status and provide ongoing support as needed.
– Follow up with students after enrolment to check on their academic progress and personal well-being.
– Gather feedback to improve services and identify areas where students may need additional support.

6. Information and Resource Management

– Stay updated on educational program offerings, institutional requirements, and changes in the academic landscape.
– Develop informational materials and maintain resource databases on programs, scholarships, and application processes.
– Assist in creating informational content for the client’s website, social media, and newsletters to inform prospective students and parents.

Qualifications, Experience, Exposure and Skills

– Bachelor’s degree in education, Counselling, Psychology, or a related field.
– Experience: 1+ years of experience in academic advising, student counselling, or related fields, preferably in the education or consultancy sector.
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
– Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
– Empathy, patience, and a genuine interest in supporting student success.
– Knowledge of scholarship programs, financial aid options, and educational institutions.
– Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with digital platforms for virtual advising.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

– Number of students successfully placed in educational programs.
– Student satisfaction rates based on feedback.
– Scholarship application success rates.
– Timely and accurate submission of student applications.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
we are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their cover letter, CV, and qualifications in one PDF document to bmasrecruitment@gmail.com