Academic Counsellor – Botho University 711 views

ABOUT US

Botho University was established in Botswana in 1997 has rapidly evolved over the years to become the leading multidisciplinary high quality Tertiary education provider in the SADC region and has campuses in Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia, e-Swatini and Ghana.

Botho University is a dynamic University implementing programmes that are new and relevant to the economies. The University’s mission is to provide quality education and produce globally employable and entrepreneurial graduates.

The University is looking for suitable candidates to fill the following positions at its Gaborone Campus.

NON-ACADEMIC POSITIONS

1. Academic Counsellor, Library, Teaching and Excellence Department – Ref 22/GBE/OQM2022

Qualifications and Experience

• BA/BSc/BEd in Psychology and/or Counselling.
• Areas of Experience: Student Academic Guidance and Counselling, Educational Research
• A minimum of 5 years experience Summary of Position:

The role of the academic Counsellor is to deliver quality academic advising to Botho University Students and particularly to students who are ‘At Risk’. The incumbent will coordinate the counselling and support activities for undergraduate students on academic, personal or career matters which interfere with the achievement of their academic potential. Coordinate and implement programs to promote student retention. Provides personal, academic, and other non-academic counselling as appropriate. Make referrals to appropriate University offices for specialised attention when needed. Monitor, evaluate and report on the progress that students who are at risk are making. Work with the entire Library, Teaching & Research Excellence (LTRE) team to deliver on the mandate of the department.

Competencies Required:

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent interpersonal and counselling skills
• Excellent listening skills
• Understanding of ethics
• Ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines.

 

CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE

Closing date for this vacancy is on September 14, 2022.

Please note that only applications submitted through Jazzhr link will be accepted. Shortlisting of candidates will be based on academic qualifications, relevant experience and general disposition. Only the shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.