Academic Advisor for the College of Health Sciences
Job ID: 611522
14 Jan 2026
Teaching / Education / Languages / Faculty
Problem-solving, management, coordination, communication , counseling skills
Locally available candidates only apply for this job; Jobseekers from any GCC country
The purpose of this role is to provide mentorship to students on issues related to their academic progress and assist them with planning their courses and overcoming any educational challenges they may face.
SECTION II: RESPONSIBILITIES
Key Responsibilities:
Academic Advisory
Works closely with the colleges to provide accurate information on course offerings as per university policies and procedures.
Consults regularly with faculty on the most up-to-date information on course offerings, special programs, or supplemental programs.
Acts as a relevant mediator between the Dean/Associate Dean/College Director and student issues.
Delivers orientation and training sessions to new students on effective course planning and registration.
Encodes course schedules and enters the schedule into the registration system before the beginning of each semester.
Identifies current and potential student needs or problem areas (e.g., study plan, curriculum, academic issues) and refers students to the respective or designated persons to assist with further development.
Assists existing students with course planning and registration at the start of each semester.
Helps students define and develop realistic educational and career plans through schedule planning for each semester.
Encourages students to plan programs that align with their abilities and interests.
Discusses and reinforces the linkages between their academic plan and career options.
Reports/Documentation
Audits and examines the academic progress of students and determines satisfactory progress toward degree completion.
Reports audits to the college Dean and Assistant Provost for challenging cases.
Assigns proctors for examinations and manages exam proctoring.
Assigns classrooms for examinations.
SECTION III: KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Minimum Educational Qualifications Required for the Role:
Bachelor’s degree
Master’s Degree in business or a related field preferred
Minimum Years of Experience Required:
3-5 years of experience in a related field
Nature of Relevant Experience Required:
Experience in higher education institutions
Language Skills:
English is required
Arabic is preferred
Special Skills and Abilities:
Problem-solving, management, coordination, communication, diplomacy, good interaction with people
Proficiency in Peoplesoft, Blackboard, and counseling skills
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