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Principal Student Counsellor (Grade 12) – Students Welfare Department

Ref: TTU/AD/SW/PSC/01/02/2026
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Department Students Welfare Department
Faculty OTHER
Employment Type Full Time
Job Level Senior
Location Voi
Closing Date 17 March 2026 at 11:13

Summary

A senior-level counselling position responsible for overseeing student welfare services, providing psychosocial support, and leading counselling programs within the university.

Job Description

The Principal Student Counsellor will lead the Students Welfare Department by managing counselling services, developing and implementing student support programs, and providing crisis intervention and psychosocial support. The role involves supervising counselling staff, ensuring compliance with professional standards, and fostering a supportive environment for student well-being. Candidates must demonstrate strong leadership, professional registration, and exemplary performance.

Key Responsibilities

Provide counselling services to students
Develop and implement welfare and support programs
Lead crisis intervention and psychosocial support initiatives
Supervise and mentor counselling staff
Ensure compliance with professional counselling standards
Promote student well-being through workshops and outreach activities
Collaborate with academic and administrative departments on student welfare matters

Requirements

Option A (PhD Pathway):
PhD in Counseling Psychology or relevant field
Minimum of 3 years’ experience as Senior Student Counsellor I or equivalent
Experience in program development, crisis intervention, and psychosocial support
Registration with KCPA or recognized professional body
Computer literacy
Valid Certificate of Good Conduct
Exemplary work performance
Option B (Master’s Pathway):
Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology or Guidance and Counselling
Minimum of 5 years’ experience as Senior Student Counsellor I or equivalent
Experience in program development, crisis intervention, and psychosocial support
Registration with KCPA or recognized professional body
Computer literacy
Valid Certificate of Good Conduct
Exemplary work performance

Qualifications

PhD or Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology/Guidance and Counselling
Professional registration with a recognized counselling body

Benefits

Competitive salary
Health insurance
Housing allowance

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