Trainee Advisor – Academic Support (1-year contract)

About the role

The Trainee Advisor supports senior staff, counselors, faculty and the Academic Principal in managing academic programs and assisting trainees. This is a one‑year fixed‑term position based in Dammam.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for 200‑250 trainee requests per intake, handling sick leave, absence documents and housing, transport or employment inquiries.
• Conduct uniform compliance checks, investigate late arrivals, issue class entry slips and patrol hallways to ensure timely attendance.
• Hold daily meetings with trainees on absence or performance issues and communicate with parents or companies regarding trainee matters.
• Support classroom management, including behavior issues, and refer sick trainees to the clinic.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (preferred).
• Minimum 2 years experience in a counseling or advisory role, preferably in education or training.
• Familiarity with admission processes, trainee management policies and Oracle/SAP systems is a plus.
• Experience working with Arab learners is advantageous.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• ICDL or similar certification.