The Academic Advisor carefully guides students in achieving educational and career goals by providing guidance on academic planning in keeping with programme requirements. He/She consistently monitors student progress, identifies at-risk individuals for intervention, and assists with registration, retention, and graduation processes, acting as a liaison between students, faculty, and all institutional resources.
Requirements:
A Master’s Degree in Higher Education / Education Leadership, or a closely related field.
Plus
A minimum one (1) year of post-qualification professional experience in academic advising at the secondary or tertiary level
Skills and Attributes:
- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Knowledgeable of Institutional Policies and Curriculum
- Proficient in the use of modern educational technologies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Student-centered approach to foster independence and goal-driven
- Confidential, ethical and empathetic in the handling of student matters
Salary Scale: UA2: $345,209 - $518,309
Placement on Salary Scale would be dependent on level of qualification and relevant experience. Information on duties can be accessed from the Personnel Division.
Applications with Curriculum Vitae, stating full name, date of birth, marital status, qualifications (with dates and overall grades obtained), work experience (with dates), full names and addresses of three (3) referees, who can testify to the academic/professional capabilities of the applicant (one of whom must be your present or last employer, where applicable), must reach the Personnel Division, University of Guyana, P.O. Box 10-1110, Georgetown, Email: personnel.head@uog.edu.gy not later than March 27, 2026 (Tel. Nos. 592-222-4181), Website: www.uog.edu.gy