Head of US Study Abroad Counseling Department

I. Position Summary
This is a Middle Management Role where successful candidate will work directly with the study abroad counseling team, overseeing daily operations and ensuring the delivery of high-quality counseling service to maximize students' success rates. The Head of Counseling will also collborate closely with other in-house departments to implement strategies that align with GPA’s development goals, initiate product/service innovation, organize brand engagement events as well as support Managing Director and the Board of Management (BOM) in problem-solving and decision-making.
II. Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Management
• Lead, mentor, and manage the counseling team to ensure exceptional service delivery.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the counseling unit.
• Work closely with counselors to allocate goals, set expectations, and monitor progress through assessment tools and reporting systems.
• Develop a resource library and regular training program for counselors.
• Forecast risk and control service quality regularly to maximize degree of satisfaction and minimize drop-off rate.
• Ensure all policies, procedures, documentation, and reporting systems of the company are adhered to by all counselors.
• Plan and oversee department budget.
Direct Counseling Service
• Advise students on study abroad products and admission counseling services that meet their needs.
• Work directly with (max. 9) students to meet individual Counseling KPI and ensure students’ admission success rates.
Business Growth
• Collborate closely with other in-house departments in developing potential students database and organizing brand engagement events.
• Analyze data to identify trends and opportunities for growth.
• Represent the Counseling Department at events, seminars, and workshops to promote the counseling services.
Report and other duties
• Deliver annual/quarterly/monthly reports and as requested.
• Other tasks assigned by line manager and BOM.
III. Compensation:
Base Salary:
• Range
: Up to $1,500 USD per month (depending on experience, qualifications, and market standards).
• If the candidate has over 5+ years of relevant experience or has degrees from highly prestigious US universities, the salary can be adjusted higher.
Performance-Based Bonus:
• Annual Bonus
: 1 monthly salary based on achieving company goals, customer satisfaction rates, and team performance.
Benefits:
Healthcare:
• Mandatory health insurance for the employee and annual health checkup.
• Mental wellness programs, including counseling and stress management support.
Paid Time Off (PTO):
• Annual Leave
: 12 days of paid vacation per year, plus national holidays.
• Sick Leave
: Paid sick leave (5 days annually)
• Additional Paid Leave
: Maternity/Paternity leave, bereavement leave, etc.
Professional Development:
• Training Allowance
: Budget for professional development, including attending conferences, obtaining certifications, or higher education.
• Sponsorship for Travel
: Cover travel expenses for conferences, fairs, or university visits (especially for business development).
• Membership in relevant professional organizations or forums.
Work-Life Balance:
• Flexible working hours or remote work options, especially if cross-border client meetings are required.
Additional Perks:
• Tuition Reimbursement
: Tuition support for children of employee attending the company's programs.
• Team Incentives
: Annual team-building activities, bonuses for achieving team targets, or recognition awards.

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Study Abroad, Counselor Training, Education