Career Officer at Pan-Atlantic University

Job Summary

• The Careers Officer provides essential support in the planning and delivery of career development services for students.
• The role involves administrative tasks, guiding students on basic career matters, maintaining records, and supporting employer engagement efforts.
• The Careers Officer is expected to demonstrate professionalism, a service-oriented mindset, and a strong commitment to the University’s core values.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a first point of contact for students and visitors to the Careers Office
• Maintain accurate records of student interactions with the office and attendance of events.
• Attend to internship emails and calls, carry out proper actions, and escalate when required.
• Provide administrative and programmatic support for workshops, employer sessions, career fairs, and other student-facing events.
• Organise class engagement and career development programmes for the assigned class group.
• Support internship coordination efforts by helping track internship opportunities and student placements.
• Prepare letters of introduction for students according to the stipulated policy.
• Provide general and administrative support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline; Social Sciences or Education is preferred.
• Minimum of 1–2 years’ experience in student services, human resources, administration, or a related field (including internships or NYSC).
• Demonstrated interest in student development, higher education, and career guidance.

Other Requirements:

• Strong communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to build relationships with students, employers, and other stakeholders.
• High level of professionalism, initiative, and customer service orientation.

Salary Grade:

• Administrative grade.