University Guidance Counsellor

Position Summary

Following the vision and mission of NOIC Academy, the University Guidance Counsellor plays a pivotal in developing liaison network and strategic long-term partnership with reputable universities locally and overseas, specialized in areas of Canada, the United States of America, the United Kingdom, Australia, Hong Kong, etc.

The incumbent also aims at providing guidance to students in pursuing a successful development in their tertiary education.

This includes offering academic advising, career counseling, personal counseling, and coordinating programs and resources to promote student success and well-being.

This position reports to the Principal and CEO, and works very closely with students and teaching staff to provide directions in professional guidance.

Key Responsibilities :

University Guidance Counseling (70%)

Strategic Networking

To explore, build up communication channels and develop strategic network with reputable universities in areas of North America, the UK, APAC region, etc.

for building long-term partnership with NOIC.

To participate proactively in career development programs and attend relevant conferences organized by universities.

To liaise with university admissions to keep an up-to-date trend of requirements in application and scholarship programs.

To view and update the school profile annually for networking.

To conduct research and keep abreast of the rapidly changing tertiary world on careers and aptitude exploration resources.

To provide guidance of career directions and secure successful university applications.

Individual Guidance and Counseling

To support senior students in their transition with necessary university information

To provide guidance for students on IB subject selection.

To provide senior students guidance, information and advice throughout their university application process worldwide.

To empower students in presenting themselves to the identified universities with proper mannerism.

To support students on preparing for portfolios, auditions, resumes, graded papers, etc.

To give advice for students in finding the best suitable universities and programs and assist them to finalize the university options.

To conduct mock interviews for students and give feedback.

To provide guidance and support for students who apply for scholarship.

Group Guidance and Counseling

To organize information sessions for parents of senior students about university destinations and issues.

To guide senior students through the university application process via group work online and offline.

To organize and conduct workshops on college essay writing, portfolio preparation, etc.

To organize and conduct workshops for staff with pertinent topics related to students’ career education program.

To give advice and feedback to Mentors in preparing for university application.

International Students Recruitment (30%)

To formulate strategic plan of recruiting international students to the brick-and-mortar school.

To represent the brick-and-mortar school in attending international student recruitment fairs and delivery presentation to introduce NOIC Academy.

To identify and develop strategic partnership with agencies for international students’ recruitment

Position Requirements

Academic & Experience Requirements

Holder of Bachelor’s Degree or above

Not less than two years in career counseling in school setting

Knowledge & Competency Requirements

In-depth knowledge of global universities and the admissions process for international universities

Excellent writing skills to help students write references and offer detailed feedback on students’ application essays and teacher letters of recommendation

Strong presentation skills to conduct seminars or workshops for wide range of audiences including students, parents, and staff

Strong organizational skills with excellent time-management skills and ability to handle tasks with priorities and work towards different deadlines

Strong communication skills in using empathy, diplomacy, and tact when dealing with sensitive issues concerning student applications

Good problem-solving skills in supporting students / parents to handle the difficulties in university application process

Personal Competencies

Attention to detail and able to work under pressure

Ability to engage with parents and relate to people on all levels with sensitivity

With integrity and uphold the value of NOIC in working with external parties