Job Description/Specification:
The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) is seeking an experienced and student-focused Career Services Specialist to support the delivery of comprehensive career development programs for students and graduates. This role plays a vital part in preparing students for successful careers by providing professional career guidance, organizing employability initiatives, and strengthening connections between the University and employers.
The successful candidate will work closely with students, faculty, employers, and internal stakeholders to deliver career counselling, facilitate work placements, coordinate career events, and enhance student employability. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals passionate about career development, student success, and higher education.
About This Role
As a Career Services Specialist, you will provide career advising, employment support, and career development services while assisting in the planning and delivery of career programs, student employment initiatives, work-integrated learning opportunities, and employer engagement activities. You will also maintain career resources, employer databases, and support continuous improvement through data collection and analysis.
Key Responsibilities
Career Advising & Student Support
- Provide individual career guidance and career counselling to students and graduates.
- Review resumes, cover letters, and job applications to improve employability.
- Coach students on job search strategies, interview preparation, and career planning.
- Conduct career assessments to help students identify suitable career pathways.
- Support students in achieving their career development goals through personalized guidance.
Career Programs & Events
- Assist in planning and delivering career development programs and initiatives.
- Support the organization of the University's annual career fair, employer events, workshops, and networking activities.
- Coordinate activities that enhance student employability and workplace readiness.
- Promote career services and encourage student participation in career development opportunities.
Student Employment & Work Placements
- Support student employment programs and ensure all administrative processes are completed efficiently.
- Assist students in securing and successfully completing work-term placements and internships.
- Coordinate with employers and academic departments to facilitate employment opportunities.
- Monitor placement activities and ensure program requirements are achieved.
Employer Relations & Administration
- Maintain and update employer databases with accurate contact information.
- Support employer engagement activities to expand employment opportunities for students.
- Document career services policies, procedures, and operational guidelines.
- Ensure career services records and documentation remain accurate and up to date.
Data Management & Continuous Improvement
- Collect, maintain, and analyze data related to career services programs and initiatives.
- Prepare reports that support data-driven improvements to career development services.
- Develop career resources, guides, tip sheets, and online materials for students.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance student outcomes and service delivery.
Minimum Requirements
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Education, Psychology, Career Development, Counselling, Social Sciences, or a related discipline.
Experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in career advising, student counselling, career development, higher education, recruitment, or related fields.
- Experience supporting students with career planning and employment readiness.
- Experience organizing career events, workshops, or employer engagement activities is preferred.
Preferred Skills
- Excellent career coaching and counselling skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Experience building relationships with employers and internal stakeholders.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills.
- Knowledge of recruitment, admissions, and student registration processes.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail.
- Fluency in both Arabic and English (written and spoken).
Technical Skills
- Career Counselling
- Career Development
- Student Advising
- Resume & Cover Letter Review
- Interview Coaching
- Career Assessments
- Employer Relations
- Student Employment Coordination
- Work Placement Management
- Event Planning
- Data Collection & Analysis
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Database Management
- Report Preparation
- Administrative Support
Core Competencies
- Communication Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Customer Focus
- Coaching & Mentoring
- Relationship Building
- Planning & Organization
- Problem Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Stakeholder Management
- Data Analysis
- Initiative
- Accountability
- Professionalism
Who Can Apply?
This opportunity is suitable for professionals currently working as:
- Career Services Specialist
- Career Advisor
- Career Counsellor
- Student Success Advisor
- Employability Specialist
- Student Affairs Officer
- Academic Advisor
- Recruitment & Career Officer
- Graduate Employability Coordinator
- Higher Education Career Consultant
Professionals from universities, colleges, educational institutions, training providers, career development organizations, recruitment agencies, and human resources environments are encouraged to apply.
CV Tips
To improve your chances of being shortlisted, ensure your CV highlights:
- Career advising and student counselling experience.
- Resume writing, interview coaching, and job search support expertise.
- Experience organizing career fairs, workshops, and employer engagement events.
- Student employment and internship coordination experience.
- Employer relationship management and partnership development.
- Data collection, reporting, and program evaluation experience.
- Bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English.
- Quantifiable achievements such as graduate employment rates, successful placement programs, employer partnerships, or student participation in career initiatives.
Application Tips
- Highlight your experience supporting students with career planning and professional development.
- Prepare examples of successful career guidance, employability programs, or student success initiatives you have delivered.
- Demonstrate your ability to build strong relationships with employers, academic staff, and students.
- Showcase your organizational skills by discussing career fairs, workshops, or internship programs you have coordinated.
- Emphasize your communication, coaching, and counselling abilities in both Arabic and English.
- Be ready to discuss current graduate employment trends, career development strategies, and employer engagement approaches.
- Quantify your achievements with measurable outcomes such as student placement rates, employer partnerships, career event participation, or successful employment initiatives.
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