Deputy Manager – Scholarships

Job Purpose

The Alumni & Scholarship Officer is responsible for managing scholarship programs and engaging alumni to foster their academic, professional, and personal growth. This role ensures effective scholarship management, data-driven decision-making, and strong partnerships with educational institutions and external stakeholders to enhance opportunities for students and graduates.

Key Responsibilities

1. Scholarship Management

• Administer and oversee tertiary scholarship programs with effective and scalable processes.
• Evaluate and award scholarships based on established criteria.
• Monitor the academic and professional progress of scholarship recipients and alumni.

2. Data & Research

• Compile, analyze, and present data to support scholarship and alumni programs.
• Conduct research to design and implement initiatives for alumni career, personality, and socio-emotional development.
• Maintain accurate records of scholarship recipients and alumni engagement activities.

3. Counseling & Mentorship

• Provide academic, career, and personal counseling to alumni.
• Build and coordinate mentorship and guidance networks with volunteers and professionals.
• Organize career guidance sessions, workshops, and mentoring events for alumni.

4. Partnerships & Collaboration

• Establish and maintain partnerships with universities, sponsors, and other stakeholders.
• Create and expand opportunities for alumni education, employment, and skill development.
• Support leadership and managers in program design, implementation, communication, and strategic planning.

5. Professional & Ethical Conduct

• Uphold high ethical standards, integrity, and confidentiality in all interactions.
• Ensure fairness, transparency, and a student-centric approach in decision-making.

Required Skills & Competencies

Education & Program Knowledge

• Strong understanding of higher secondary and tertiary education pathways in Pakistan.
• Awareness of universities, degree programs, and scholarship opportunities nationally.

Communication & Counseling

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, counseling, and mentoring skills.

Research & Data Management

• Proficiency in research, documentation, and report writing.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in data collection, monitoring, and presentation.

Project & Stakeholder Management

• Proven ability to plan, execute, and monitor programs and initiatives.
• Experience in partnership building and stakeholder engagement.

Leadership & Facilitation

• Team leadership and coordination abilities.
• Skilled in facilitation, training, and community mobilization.

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant discipline such as Psychology, Counseling, Education, Human Resources, or Business Administration .

Experience

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience , preferably in career counseling, community development, alumni engagement, or scholarship program management .