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Have you ever thought, 'I could have been so much further ahead in life if I had the right career guidance back in school?' Do you care enough to address this challenge for the next generation? Do you think career tests are not a solution for this problem? Have you wondered why there isn’t a mainstream, better solution yet? Do you imagine yourself working with an EdTech company where you empower school students to make informed career choices—without tests or you outrightly telling them what to do? Are you in Varanasi or willing to relocate for a full-time job? If all the answers are YES, Keep reading our formal JD below. Job Title: Career Counsellor About the Company: Decoding Me is India’s first Career Exploration platform designed to empower school students to make informed career choices. By providing hands-on exposure to various careers through industry experts and self-exploration models, we ensure that students make career decisions independently, without the need for tests or prescriptive guidance. Role Overview: As a Career Counsellor, you will be stationed at our partnered school, DPS, Varanasi , and work closely with the Decoding Me leadership team, including direct reporting to the founder. This role offers a unique opportunity to be a part of shaping students' futures through interactive and research-driven guidance. Key Responsibilities: Career Research: Conduct in-depth research on the nature of work, educational pathways, and skill requirements for careers included in our curriculum. Workshops: Facilitate group workshops for students and parents, fostering engagement and knowledge-sharing. Individual Counselling: Conduct personalized counselling sessions for students and/or parents, tailoring advice to individual needs. Industry Expert Engagement: Identify, onboard, and coordinate with industry experts in Varanasi to provide real-world career insights. Stakeholder Coordination: Act as the central point of communication between the school administration, students, parents, industry experts, and the Decoding Me leadership team. Skills and Attributes: Presentation Skills: Confident in driving interactive sessions with groups ranging from 20 to 50 participants. Curiosity and Research Ability: Passionate about learning and exploring various career fields and their nuances. Communication Excellence: Exceptional oratory skills to engage and inspire. Outstanding written communication, especially in crafting personalized and professional emails. Proactive and Organized: Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and tasks effectively. Eligibility Criteria: Experience: 2+ years of professional experience in any field. Freshers are welcome if they demonstrate exceptional proactivity and the ability to manage a wide range of responsibilities (500+ students and parents, school leadership, and experts). Candidates looking to join the workforce after a career break are welcome to apply Education: No fuss about educational qualifications. Compensation: We offer a competitive remuneration package designed to enable you to enjoy your favourite experiences and plan relaxing vacations. Job Type: Full-time Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month Benefits: Paid sick time Paid time off Work from home Schedule: Day shift Supplemental Pay: Performance bonus Ability to commute/relocate: Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Application Question(s): Are you confident about addressing a crowd of 100 students & parents? Language: proficient English (Required) Location: Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh (Required) Work Location: In person
