Admission Counselor (Job Vacancy)

Profile: Admission Counselor

Location: Ravipuram, Kochi, Kerla

Experience: 2+ years

What S/He will do

• Student Guidance:
  • Conduct individual and group counselling sessions with students to understand their academic aspirations, career goals, and preferences.
  • Provide personalized advice on suitable courses, universities, and countries based on the student's profile and interests.
• Application Assistance:
  • Assist students in preparing and submitting accurate and complete applications to overseas universities and colleges.
  • Guide students through the application requirements, including essays, recommendation letters, and standardized test scores.
• Information Dissemination:
  • Stay updated on educational trends, admission criteria, scholarship opportunities, and visa requirements for various countries.
  • Share relevant information with students, ensuring they have a clear understanding of their options.
• Profile Evaluation:
  • Evaluate students' academic records, test scores, and extracurricular activities to assess their eligibility for different programs.
  • Identify areas for improvement and recommend strategies to enhance their application.
• Financial Planning:
  • Advise students and their families on estimated tuition costs, living expenses, and available scholarships or financial aid options.
  • Help students create a budget and financial plan for their overseas education.
• Visa Support:
  • Assist students in preparing the necessary documentation for visa applications.
  • Explain visa requirements, and interview processes, and support students in acquiring the required documents.
• Pre-Departure Orientation:
  • Conduct pre-departure sessions to educate students about the cultural, academic, and practical aspects of living and studying abroad.
• Relationship Management:
  • Build and maintain relationships with universities, colleges, and educational institutions to stay informed about their offerings.
  • Collaborate with university representatives to streamline the application and admission process.
• Record Keeping:
  • Maintain accurate records of student interactions, counselling sessions, and application progress.

Who you are.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum bachelor’s degree
• Strong knowledge of international education systems, admission processes, and study destinations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with students, parents, and university representatives.
• Problem-solving ability to address students' concerns and provide appropriate solutions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple tasks and priorities.
• Proficiency in using educational and career counselling tools and software.
• Cultural sensitivity and awareness to work with diverse student populations.

Experience:

• Previous experience in education counselling or related roles is preferred.
• Familiarity with different study destinations and university systems is advantageous.