Career Services Officer at American University of Nigeria (AUN)

The Career Services Officer is charged with the responsibility of assisting the Director of Career Services and Study Abroad Program in career counselling and referrals for current, prospective students and recent alumni, while being courteous and helpful to those who use the career center. She/he shall work closely with students, alumni, recruiters, faculty and staff as well as members of the University community in ensuring a result oriented career services center in line with established policies and procedures of the American University of Nigeria.

DETAILED LISTING OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure that resources, the desk area, and the office are easy to use and in proper order.
• Assist with Career Services events and programs.
• Attend and participate in continued training.
• Provide students and faculty with information regarding job openings, internships and event notifications.
• Assist in development and distribution of promotional materials, and career tools including but not limited to fliers, social media, newsletters, and general email.
• Assist in tracking job openings
• Conduct research for student resources containing relevant career, job, and internship information.
• Coordinate and complete special projects assigned/requested based on individual’s interests and skills
• Develop and maintain the career office website and social networks
• Assist Career Services staff in coordination and execution of special events and programs such as job fairs, employer information sessions, and on-campus interviews and resume walk-in hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned or delegated by supervisor

Requirements for the position:

• A good bachelors’ degree from a recognized tertiary institution with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience working with college students or young adults in an academic or career services counseling capacity.
• Sound understanding of academic advising and student development theory, and success in working collaboratively with faculty, administrators, and students
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Flexibility on time/office hours is very key to this position