Student Advising Specialist

6 days ago

Doha, Baladīyat ad Dawḩah, Qatar lxbfYeaa Full time

Job Description

The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) is the first national applied University in the State of Qatar, offering applied Bachelors and Master's degrees in addition to certificates and diplomas in various fields. UDST has over 50 programs in the fields of Engineering Technology and Industrial Trades, Business Management, Computing and Information Technology, Health Sciences, Continuing and Professional Education and more. With more than 600 staff and over 6,000 students, UDST is the destination for top-notch applied and experiential learning. The University is recognized for its student-centered learning and state-of-the-art facilities. Our faculty are committed to delivering pedagogically-sound learning experiences with incorporation of innovative technological interventions, to further enhance students' skills and help develop talented graduates that can effectively contribute to a knowledge-based economy and make Qatar's National Vision 2030 a reality.

The Academic Advising Unit of the Student Central Services Department at UDST is seeking applications for the position of Academic Advising Specialist.

Your Commitment

Reporting to the Head of Academic Advising, you will provide academic advising services based on a developmental advising model. Your role will involve building dynamic relationships with students to help them navigate the University, optimize their success, and dedicate more time to learning and engaging in extra-curricular and co-curricular activities. You will work towards assisting students in achieving their academic, personal, and career goals.

Duties & ResponsibilitiesOperational
  • Support student success through a tiered-support developmental-advising model.
  • Stay informed on UDST policies, procedures, workflows, program, and plan information, using that information to assist/guide advisees in navigating policies and procedures effectively.
  • Assist advisees with course registration, program transfer, troubleshooting academic concerns, liaising with and connecting students with campus resources, facilitating course exemptions, assisting students in finding answers to situations affecting their academic performance, addressing student concerns, etc. (always tying in the stakeholders and decision-makers, when appropriate).
  • Help students to understand academic standing and GPA calculations.
  • Develop student success plans with interested advisees to help them maximize their potential.
  • Create academic recovery plans with at-risk and early alert students, conducting regular check-ins and revisions as needed.
  • Conduct active outreach and provide support to advisees, with additional outreach to early-alert or at-risk advisees.
  • Connect advisees with campus resources for academic, personal, or social support.
  • Share opportunities for extra-curricular, co-curricular, and academic enrichment activities.
  • Discuss concerns about program or plan choice, academic progress, and study habits.
  • Provide guidance on attendance, academic standing, deadlines, and qualification completion.
  • Ensure appropriate access to information and involve the relevant stakeholders in discussions.
  • Maintain accurate and timely records of services, outreach, and discussions.
  • Perform other job-related miscellaneous duties as assigned.

If you are passionate about supporting student success, possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and have a strong understanding of academic advising principles, we encourage you to apply. Join our team at UDST and make a difference in our students' academic journey.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience relevant to this role.

QualificationsEducation and Certifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field is required.
  • Master's degree and/or professional certification is preferred.
Experience:
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience is required, preferably in the higher education sector.
Language:
  • Fluency in written and spoken English language is required.
  • Fluency in written and spoken Arabic language is preferred.
Other Required Skills:
  • Attention to Detail, Reliability and Dependability, Relationship Building, Teamwork and Collaborative Working, Service Excellence with Technical Competencies in Student Success, Student Life Cycle, Service Design and Implementation and Process Design and Efficiency are required.
  • Collaborative and collegial spirit and a demonstrated ability to establish rapport with learners, colleagues, sponsor-employers, and members of the community.
  • Experience in leadership and innovation in technology-based projects.
How to Apply:

Applications should be submitted via our online application portal by clicking the "Apply now" button below. Applicants must meet all essential qualifications in order to be shortlisted for the position; other qualifications may be a deciding factor in selection. Qualifications and experience will be assessed through your application, which may include but not be limited to curricula vitae, cover letters, references, teaching dossiers and sample publications. It is the applicant's responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how s/he meets each requirement. Failing to do so could result in the application being rejected. We thank all applicants for applying for the role; only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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