School of IT and Engineering

Position summary:

The Academic Advisor is responsible for providing academic advising to undergraduate and/or graduate students concerning their growth and development by constructing meaningful educational plans, which are compatible with their academic life goals. Services include guidance to students individually and/or within groups to ensure students understand their academic requirements to be able to stay on track until graduation in their program. 

It is vital, as an Academic Advisor, to work closely with faculty and staff to build support systems for students. The Academic Advisor is an integral member of the Academic Advising Team and reports to Dean’s office. 

The Academic Advisor position at ADA University is a good starting point for a career in education management. It comes with a very competitive benefit package.

Responsibilities:

Within the scope of their responsibilities, Academic Advisors are required to have thorough understanding of academic programs, regulations, procedures, and student support services. The following points provide examples of the most typical duties for this position:

Advise students in academic goal setting and achievement by identifying the most effective and efficient path to program completion

• Assist students with appropriate course selection and specializations/majors/second track in terms of students stated academic preferences;
• Assist students throughout the transfer evaluation and registration process;
• Maintain contact with students throughout the term and provide support while addressing student concerns; 
• Develop plans for students on academic probation and work with them to identify problems and solutions to help them accomplish their plans of study;
• Provide follow-up services to students experiencing academic difficulties such as students on academic probation;

Interpret and explain University policies and procedures

• Advise students on registration, and add/drop, and withdrawal procedures;
• Provide information related to academic programs, leaves of absences, academic probation, transfer options, and services related to special needs, etc.;
• Respond promptly and accurately to student inquiries in a timely manner;

Develop strategic plans for advising based on student data and delivery outcomes

• Maintain detailed and up to date student records and data accurately and in a timely manner;
• Assist and participate in the formation and implementation of organizational goals and objectives of the school;
• Work collaboratively as an active team member within the Student Advising team in general;
• Partner with campus departments and off-campus agencies when necessary to ensure students can access enrichment opportunities (internships, study abroad, capstone);
• Be up to date and knowledgeable in ADA University’s academic regulations and policies those are relevant to the job helping students to advance towards academic success;
• Any other duties as determined and directed by the Dean, Associate Dean and Program Directors.

Requirements:

• Associate Bachelor or College education;
• Minimum 1 year of work experience in similar role and environment;
• Excellent oral and writing skills in Azerbaijani and English languages;
• Effective communicator, flexible and with positive attitude;
• Established abilities to actively listen to the needs of customers;
• Well-developed approach to details and timely actions, ability of organization and planning;
• Service-oriented with a sense of ethics and norms;
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse population;
• Demonstrated organizational skills with attention to detail;
• Readiness to work a flexible work schedule including evenings and weekends if required;
• Proven computer skills and knowledge of basic MS Office suit.

Please follow the link in the Apply for job button to apply for this position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further recruitment process.