Oakridge International School is seeking a dynamic and student-focused Career Counsellor to guide and support students across the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) streams. The ideal candidate will help students explore career and academic pathways, navigate college admissions, and make informed decisions aligned with their strengths, interests, and aspirations. Key Responsibilities: 1. Career and Academic Guidance: Provide personalized counselling sessions to students in Grades 912 (CBSE) and DP1DP2 (IBDP). Administer and interpret psychometric and aptitude assessments. Assist students in identifying academic and career interests and aligning subject selections accordingly. Guide students on course selection and prerequisites based on their career goals and college plans. 2. College and University Admissions Support: Support students with applications to national and international universities. Guide students through application processes including UCAS, Common App, OUAC, and others. Assist in preparing key documents: Letters of Recommendation, Statements of Purpose, Personal Essays, and Resumes. Organize university visits, college fairs, and information sessions. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of admissions trends, scholarship opportunities, and testing requirements (SAT, ACT, IELTS, TOEFL, etc.). 3. Parent and Teacher Engagement: Conduct workshops and seminars for parents on career planning, international admissions, and university selection. Collaborate with teachers and academic coordinators to support holistic student development. Provide feedback and updates to parents about student progress and planning. 4. Record Keeping and Reporting: Maintain detailed student records, career plans, and progress reports. Track and report alumni outcomes to inform future counselling strategies. 5. School-wide Initiatives: Plan and implement career awareness programs, internships, and mentoring opportunities. Coordinate with industry professionals for guest lectures and career talks.
JOB PURPOSE: Youll be the brand and lead generation champion for the India Office, working hand-in-hand with your colleagues in the schools to craft and deliver > messaging and creative that resonates with and drives demand from parents, students, and other key stakeholders. From first impressions to lasting loyalty, youll help shape every stage of our Family Experience Journey with clarity, creativity, and confidence. REPORTING TO Regional Head of Marketing, SEAI OTHER KEY RELATIONSHIPS Internal Regional and India Office MAC (Marketing, Admissions & Communications) colleagues Directors of Admissions & Marketing and other MAC colleagues within schools School principals and SLT members The Central MAC team in London External Marketing agencies Marketing services suppliers Qualifications : Bachelors Degree Experience / Knowledge/ Skills: Minimum 3 years working in a marketing team (agency or client side) Good interpersonal & communication skills to interact with a diverse range of stakeholders Strong management skills Experience of having managed a team Experience of having worked within a service delivery sector Experience of brand equity development Experience of campaign development including creative materials Good analytical skills and evaluation of ROI, KPIs Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in [insert language] Good copywriting skills with excellent written English Experience in monitoring competitor market activity Excellent time management skills and flexibility in dealing with multi-functional tasks Strong aesthetic eye in evaluating collateral - both in terms of design and in terms of driving effective behaviour change Personal Attributes: Creative and technical thinking ability Self-motivated, flexible and adaptable to different tasks at hand Proactive and able to prompt others to ensure deadlines and targets are achieved, calm working under pressure Uses evidence to support arguments or positions taken High level of integrity Excellent time management and organizational skills Proficient communicator both oral and written Excellent attention to detail Affinity with and interest in education