Career Advisor Part Time - 30 Hours Week

About the Company

Established in 1951 and ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide*, Australia’s University of Wollongong is a global brand with international campuses in Dubai, Hong Kong and Malaysia. University of Wollongong Dubai (UOWD) offers over 40 internationally recognised bachelor and master degrees spanning 10 in-demand industry sectors.

All of our degree courses are accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education’s Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and licensed by Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), as well as being recognised by leading professional organisations such as AACSB, ACCA, ACS, CIM, CIPD, CPA, Engineers Australia, PMI, and others. The first internationally accredited Australian university in the UAE, we are the education gateway of choice for over 5,500 students, representing 100+ nationalities. Our global community of 152,000 alumni are pursuing career goals with respected blue-chip companies and industry giants such as 3M, ADCB, Adidas, Amazon, Deloitte, Emirates, FedEx, GE, IBM, Microsoft and Pepsico. Additionally, research reveals that 83%** of fresh graduates are employed within six months of graduation. Life at UOWD is rooted in the continued pursuit of excellence through teaching, research and industry engagement, with the student experience at its heart. Our 200,000-square-foot campus at Dubai Knowledge Park features access to cutting-edge technologies and a mix of traditional and innovative learning spaces, all housed in a vibrant modern setting that promises to deliver an enriched learning experience for our students.

*QS World University Rankings 2023

**Data from the Graduate Destination Survey 2017 to 2020

About the Role

The Career Advisor operates in a dynamic and student-centered environment, requiring flexibility to meet the diverse needs of students and alumni. The role involves regular interaction with students, faculty, and employers, and may include occasional evening or weekend commitments to support events and workshops. The main purpose of the role is to support the full-time Career Advisor to provide individualized career advising and guidance to students and alumni, supporting their career development, job search strategies, and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one career advising sessions to students and alumni, helping them with career planning, resume writing, interview preparation and job search strategies.
• Assist in developing personalized career action plans that align with individual goals and aspirations.
• Design and deliver career-related workshops and seminars on topics such as resume building, interview skills, networking, and career exploration.
• Stay informed about industry trends and job market changes to provide up-to-date advice and information to students and alumni.
• Develop resources such as career guides, industry reports, and job search tools to support students and alumni.
• Maintain and update online career resources and tools available to students and alumni.
• Maintain and update career advising and events data for reporting purposes.
• Regularly report on career advising metrics and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education, Career Counselling, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Career advising certification is desirable.

Required Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work with diverse student and alumni populations.
• Proficiency in career advising tools and resources.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Excellent organizational and event planning skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in developing and delivering career workshops and programs.

This is a part-time role - 30 hours/week during term time only (0.5FTE). The university operates on a trimester model with 11 teaching weeks per trimester. The University is located in Knowledge Park, Dubai and has excellent teaching, learning and research facilities as well as access to Library resources that meets international standards.

Equal Opportunity Statement

UOWD is an equal opportunity employer that attracts, develops, motivates, empowers, and retains a diverse workforce.