Soft Skills Trainer

Department:

Role Summary:

Soft Skills Trainer / Career Readiness Facilitator

Key Responsibilities:

Career & Professional Development:

• Deliver engaging workshops and training sessions on soft skills such as:
  
• Communication
  
• Presentation
  
• Teamwork
  
• Problem-solving
  
• Critical thinking
  
• Professional etiquette
  
• Provide individualised coaching and mentorship to help students:
  
• Identify strengths
  
• Explore career aspirations
  
• Build a strategic growth plan
  
• Guide students in crafting:
  
• Effective resumes and cover letters
  
• Strong interview skills (behavioral, HR, technical)
  
• Conduct mock interviews and group discussions with detailed feedback.
  
• Assist students in building and optimizing their LinkedIn and other professional profiles.
  

Industry Integration & Relevance:

• Engage with industry professionals and hiring managers to stay updated on:
  
• Recruitment trends
  
• In-demand skills
  
• Best practices
  
• Integrate real-world case studies and industry scenarios into training sessions.
  
• Collaborate with academic departments to align curriculum and activities with current industry standards.
  
• Facilitate industry exposure through:
  
• Guest lectures
  
• Industrial visits
  
• Networking events
  

Skill Enhancement & Readiness Programs:

• Design and implement soft skills programs customized by career paths and student cohorts.
  
• Help students understand diverse industries and workplace cultures.
  
• Support students in identifying and pursuing:
  
• Relevant certifications
  
• Value-added courses to boost employability
  
• Develop professional training resources and development materials.
  

Student Engagement & Empowerment:

• Encourage self-driven professional development among students.
  
• Organize activities that promote:
  
• Confidence
  
• Professionalism
  
• Effective interpersonal skills
  
• Promote student involvement in:
  
• Competitions
  
• Industry challenges
  
• Collaborative projects
  

Qualifications:

• Education:

• Bachelors degree (essential)
  
• Masters degree preferred in:
  
• HR
  
• Business Management
  
• Psychology
  
• Communications
  
• Or relevant industry-specific domains
  

• Experience:

• Minimum (suggested: 38 years) of professional experience in industry roles such as:
  
• Talent acquisition
  
• Training & development
  
• Project management
  
• Consulting
  
• Leadership roles
  
• Proven experience in coaching, mentoring, or training in academic or corporate settings.
  
• Strong understanding of recruitment processes and employer expectations is highly desirable.
  

Industry Acumen:

• Deep knowledge of soft skills and industry expectations in sectors such as:
  
• IT
  
• Management
  
• Media
  
• Hospitality
  
• Active professional network in relevant industries is a plus.
  

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent communication and public speaking skills
  
• Strong facilitation, coaching, and mentorship abilities
  
• Ability to engage and motivate students
  
• Knowledge of corporate communication and workplace dynamics
  
• Resume, cover letter, and interview coaching expertise
  
• Strong program development and planning skills
  
• Team player with the ability to work independently
  
• High empathy, patience, and passion for student development
  
• Analytical mindset to track student growth and program impact
  

Working Conditions:

• Based at the

  Inspiria campus

• Occasional travel for workshops and industry engagements
  
• Willingness to work beyond standard hours during peak periods (e.g., placement season)