Kaplan is one of the world’s largest and most diverse education providers with over one million students globally. Headquartered in US, Kaplan is part of Graham Holdings (formerly The Washington Post Company) and is its largest subsidiary.
Kaplan in Singapore has students from over 35 countries and regions. As a Lifelong Integrated Learning Partner, we offer over 450 academic programmes for higher learning and professional certification courses for skills development, providing opportunities for individuals to always stay relevant. To date, these opportunities have benefitted over 95,000 graduates.
We have a diverse team of individuals dedicated to our mission to help individuals achieve their educational and career goals, and build futures, one success story at a time. Our core values – Opportunity, Knowledge, Support, Integrity and Results – help guide the way we work.
At Kaplan, we provide a stimulating and professional working atmosphere with plenty of room for initiatives and growth.
Are you passionate about guiding and empowering individuals to achieve their career goals? Join us as an Career Coach and make a significant impact on the lives of jobseekers. We are seeking a dynamic individual who possesses a deep understanding of career development and a genuine desire to help individuals become job-ready.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
- Perform comprehensive job readiness screenings and skills inventory assessments for jobseekers, ensuring a holistic understanding of their capabilities.
- Develop, consolidate, and monitor strategic career plans tailored to the unique needs of each jobseeker, fostering their career growth.
- Provide personalized coaching and guidance to jobseekers through one-on-one sessions or group workshops, focusing on enhancing employability skills such as resume writing, job search techniques, interview preparation, and skills gap training.
- Drive the conceptualization, support, and execution of projects, workshops, and events aimed at boosting the employability of jobseekers. These initiatives may include career wellness workshops, career fairs, seminars, and Kaplan Industry Projects.
- Address jobseekers' needs related to employability aspects, including job applications, introductions to potential employers, networking opportunities, and mentorship matching.
- Conduct relevant surveys and focus group discussions to gather insights into the employability needs of jobseekers, ensuring a data-driven approach.
- Collaborate with the Employability Services & Alumni team to identify and source job vacancies that align with jobseekers' skill sets, thereby enhancing employability outcomes.
- Assist in managing student leaders and participating in student clubs' activities as required by the Supervisor.
- Collaborate with the Supervisor on effective marketing strategies and campaigns to enhance employability outcomes for jobseekers.
- Work diligently towards achieving departmental goals and objectives.
- Support and contribute to adhoc projects as assigned.
Requirements:
- 2 years experience in career coaching, counselling or career advisory roles.
- Good awareness of industry hiring needs and talent development demands.
- Previous experience in collaborating with different stakeholders.
- Experience in organizing projects and events.
- Strong interest in working with various stakeholders, including corporates and adult job seekers.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in any field.
Other Information
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 am – 6 pm
Work Arrangements: Hybrid (Blend of in-office and remote work)
Location: Singapore (Central Area – Dhoby Ghaut MRT/Little India MRT/Rochor MRT)
If you are an enthusiastic individual with a genuine passion for nurturing employability skills and helping jobseekers excel in their careers, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role. Join our dedicated team and play a pivotal role in shaping the professional journeys of individuals within our community.
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