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Role & responsibilities 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. Preferred candidate profile Minimum bachelors 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.
