About the Role
Prime University, Abuja is a newly established private tertiary institution committed to academic excellence, innovation, and holistic student development. We are currently seeking a dynamic and empathetic Guidance and Counselling Professional to join our vibrant academic community in the Federal Capital Territory. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping the student experience by offering essential mental health, academic, and career guidance, ensuring our undergraduates thrive both personally and professionally.
Key Responsibilities- Provide confidential academic, personal, social, and career counselling to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Support students in making informed decisions regarding their academic pathways and future career goals.
- Develop, plan, and implement campus-wide student guidance and counselling programmes.
- Identify students requiring specialised psychological or academic support and facilitate appropriate referrals.
- Organise impactful career talks, employability workshops, and holistic student development activities.
- Maintain accurate, highly confidential counselling records and prepare insightful progress reports for management.
- Bachelor's degree in Guidance and Counselling, Educational Psychology, Psychology, or a closely related discipline.
- Master's degree in Guidance and Counselling, Counselling Psychology, or a related field is a distinct added advantage.
- Active professional certification or membership in a recognised counselling or psychological association is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in student counselling, career guidance, or psychosocial support, preferably within a tertiary institution.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver effective individual and group counselling sessions.
- Exceptional interpersonal, active listening, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Uncompromising commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality, professional ethics, and proper documentation standards.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with qualifications and experience.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development and attendance at relevant workshops.
- A supportive, modern, and technology-driven work environment in Nigeria's capital.
- Health insurance coverage and other institutional welfare packages.