SALARY RANGE: RM3,000-RM4,000

Responsibilities:

The primary focus of this position is the provision of student advice and pastoral care to ensure that
students obtain the necessary support to enhance their skills and academic achievements while enrolled at
the University.

The position will reside within the Student Engagement and will report directly to the Senior Counsellor.

The position is responsible for the management of student counselling and welfare, including pastoral care
which involves contributing to: –

• Provide student counselling in academic and social.
• Organize and conduct student development programs.
• Monitor the performance of student with special needs and the academically weak.
• Handle student grievances, conflicts and to resolve them.
• Provide assistance in the organizations of all Student Counselling Activities.

The position works closely with Academic Staff at University Sarawak and liaises with staff at other
campuses to ensure consistency in corporate style and efficient use of resources.

Qualifications and Criteria:

• (a) A bachelor’s degree in counselling or relevant discipline from a recognized
  institution, or a bachelor’s degree with subsequent relevant experience; or
  (b) A Diploma with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience.
  Fresh bachelor’s degree holders in relevant discipline can be considered.
• A registered counsellor and member of the Malaysian Counselling Association
  (PERKEMA).
• Excellent presentation and organizing skills.
• Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in a
  consultative and team environment.
• Some working experience as student counsellor.
• Knowledge of the Malaysian education system and an understanding of the key issues
  relating to the students’ welfares.
• Experience in organizing suitable events/activities for students/adults or creating
  awareness on matters related to counselling.