• The Academic Advisor at the School of Design and Architecture (SDA) 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 life (academic) goals. Services include guidance to undergraduate and/or graduate 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 for an Academic Advisor to work closely with faculty and staff to build support systems for students. 
• The Academic Advisor is expected to know the policies and procedures of ADA University and School of Design and Architecture. The Academic Advisor ensures that faculty and students comply with such guidelines and propose improvements to Dean if necessary. 
• The Academic Advisor collaborates with the Deans and Faculty to ensure the effective management of academic affairs related to all aspects that impact students’ academic life, experience, well-being and future career development. 

Job responsibilities

• Developing strategic plans for advising based on student data and delivery outcomes;
• Advising students in academic goal-setting and achievement by identifying the most effective and efficient path to program completion;
• Interpreting and explaining University policies and procedures; 
• Providing information related to academic programs, leaves of absence, academic probation, transfer options, and services related to special needs, etc.
• Maintaining contact with students throughout the term and providing support while addressing student concerns;
• Maintaining detailed and up to date student records and data accurately and in a timely manner;
• Assisting students with appropriate course selection and specializations/majors/minors in terms of students stated academic preferences; 
• Serve as the students' primary academic advisor throughout the transfer evaluation, course selection, and registration process;
• Advising students on registration, add/drop, and withdrawal procedures;
• Developing plans for students on academic probation and working with them to identify problems and solutions to help them accomplish their plans of study;
• Providing follow-up services to students experiencing academic difficulties such as students on academic probation; 
• Responding promptly and accurately to student inquiries in a timely manner;
• Work collaboratively as a leading team member within the Student Advising team in general;
• Assisting and participating in the formation and implementation of organizational goals and objectives;
• Performing other duties as assigned;
• Organizing and participating in faculty meetings.

Partnering with campus departments and off-campus agencies when necessary to ensure students can access enrichment opportunities:

•  Attending orientation events arranged for the 1st year students and representing the school when necessary;
• Organizing all activities related to Capstone Project;

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in English, Education, Psychology, or a related field. Master’s degree in a relevant field is advantage or 10 years of experience in Human Resources or a related area may be considered as equivalent qualification for the role of the Academic Advisor;
• Minimum 2 years of experience in an education center with similar job skills;
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to communicate effectively with a diverse workforce and student population; 
• Excellent written and verbal skills including presentation skills. 
• Fluency in English and Azerbaijani;
• Ability to plan, organize and implement assigned responsibilities and to work well under pressure to meet deadlines; 
• Ability to participate as a team member, ability to understand and interpret rules and regulations, and ability to adjust to change; 
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook, is essential;
• Ability to present materials effectively to individual students or groups;
• Ability to maintain records, prepare reports, and conduct correspondence related to the work.
  
   

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