Deputy Director (Dean) for Career, Internship and Employment Center (International School of Journalism)

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement career development and employability strategies for students and graduates of the International School of Journalism;
• Establish, develop and expand the School’s partnership network;
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with employers, media representatives, international organizations, public sector institutions, NGOs, businesses and creative industries;
• Identify new opportunities for student and graduate internships, work placements, exchange programmes and employment;
• Organize and conduct career-related events, including job fairs, forums, networking sessions, employer meetings, workshops and guest lectures;
• Strengthen engagement with graduates and involve the alumni community in the School’s educational and career initiatives;
• Coordinate the activities of the Career, Internship and Employment Center;
• Monitor graduates’ career trajectories, analyze labor market trends and prepare analytical reports;
• Participate in the development and implementation of projects aimed at enhancing graduates’ competitiveness and strengthening the International School of Journalism’s brand;
• Represent the School at industry events, negotiations and meetings with potential partners;
• Monitor and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) related to graduate employment and career development.

Requirements

• A university degree; a master’s degree is an advantage;
• At least five years of professional experience;
• Experience in project management and partnership development;
• Experience working with employers, business representatives, the media industry or international organizations;
• Experience in higher education is an advantage;
• Strong negotiation and business communication skills;
• Strategic thinking and an understanding of current labor market trends;
• Excellent networking skills and the ability to build long-term partnerships;
• Experience organizing large-scale events and implementing collaborative projects;
• Skills in preparing presentations, public speaking and representing an organization’s interests;
• Strong analytical skills and experience working with KPIs and reporting;
• Fluency in Kazakh, Russian and English is MANDATORY!
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Zoom/Teams, CRM systems and LinkedIn;
• Professional experience in the media and mass communications industry is MANDATORY!

What We Offer

• An opportunity to work at the International School of Journalism;
• Participation in developing the partnership network and implementing impactful projects;
• The opportunity to influence students’ career prospects and graduate employment outcomes;
• Possible business trips to develop and strengthen partnerships;
• Free access to the gym and complimentary coffee for employees.