Position Purpose:
The Career Services Office has planned to initiate several enhancements and new initiatives to deliver comprehensive student support. This role will be one of the key players involved in driving this change through best-practice research, implementation of benchmarked projects, development of online resources, coordination with campus partners/stakeholders, and more. The position offers candidates the opportunity to engage in various projects, developing key professional skills, such as leadership, research, communication, event management and more. If candidates perform well during the role, there are opportunities for long-term positions within the Career Services or in other related departments.
Key Accountabilities
1. Remain data-informed and research-driven:
Ensure all initiatives/approaches are informed by academic literature and global best practices, whilst sensitive to the LUMS context.
Monitor the impact of initiatives for continuous improvement, identification of future goals and refinement of ongoing initiatives.
2. Research and Resource Development:
Conceive appropriate resources, based on the needs of students.
Conduct research on global/local best practices, academic literature, expert opinion and other sources.
Edit, format, and present resources in appropriate media, so they are accessible to students, staff and faculty.
Support management and updating of the CSO webpage and social media
3. Coordinate Workshops and Other Events,
Lead the planning and coordination for student workshops throughout the academic year.
Conduct outreach and coordinate with guest speakers (e.g. alumni, industry experts, faculty, etc.)
Create effective marketing plans to deliver events to the target populations effectively
Review (support with creation if needed) the content shared on the SSI social media pages.
4. Career Guidance
Conduct 1-1 student career counselling (training will be provided by the team).
Assist graduating students in their job placements and searches, guiding them in application readiness such as resume writing, cover letter writing, LinkedIn profile building, email etiquette and other professional development areas.
Support implementation of professional development programs focused on career readiness and development such as Alumni Mentorship Program, Career Peer Tutors, Mock Interviews, etc.
5. Other Project Leadership (projects to be defined through best-practice research)
Take ownership of assigned projects, i.e., taking initiative in designing and implementing projects, being self-directed in setting goals/milestones, and making autonomous decisions on an ongoing basis
Take a leadership role in developing relationships across campus, coordinating and collaborating with campus partners, and the successful implementation and execution of the office’s plans.
6. Other:
Support team as needed for other projects
As part of a very small office, you should be willing to participate at all levels of the office’s functioning (from basic administration to policy-setting leadership).
Serve as a though-partner for the OSA domain as needed
Develop your professional development pathway for your growth as a higher education professional.
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong ability to extract and interpret relevant information from available literature as well as the ability to conduct your research and synthesize analysis.
- Ability to analytically articulate research according to topic relevance
- Excellent communication, presentation & writing skills
- Event management and project management
- Ability to interact with stakeholders at multiple levels, both internally and externally
- Creative problem-solving qualities
- Excellent interpersonal skills and teamwork
- Good administrative skills
- A ‘can-do’ attitude and ability to work autonomously.
- Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
Behaviors
- Highly motivated and self-starter
- Emotionally composed and intelligent approach.
- Strong inter & intrapersonal skills managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Creative & innovative brain to bring value-adding ideas.
- Effective communication and presentation skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
Job Specifications Dimension Essential Desirable
Qualification
Required: Bachelor's degree
Masters from a globally reputable and accredited institution.
Experience
1-2 years of proven work experience in a research-based role
Additional Information
Covid-19
You will be requested to submit proof of vaccination during the advanced stages of the process as Campus entry is restricted to fully vaccinated individuals. During a COVID-19 lockdown, you may be required to work from home, which will require you to create a suitable work environment for yourself (internet connectivity, an environment that supports your productivity at home per your own preferences and working style, setting your work hours, etc.)
Travel/Work Schedule
Travel may be required. Business hours (8:30 am to 5:00 pm) often extend into the evenings and weekends to accommodate the needs of current workloads and event schedules.
Terms of Contract
Contractual (minimum 1 year – can be converted to long-term position depending on performance).
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