The Counsellor supports students’ mental health and wellbeing through confidential individual counselling, crisis intervention, assessment, psychoeducation and referrals. Candidates are generally expected to hold a relevant master’s degree in counselling, clinical psychology or a related discipline, with professional registration or accreditation where applicable. Experience working with young adults, universities or mental-health services is advantageous. The role requires strong communication, ethical judgment, cultural sensitivity, accurate record-keeping and the ability to manage confidential and occasionally high-risk cases. The successful candidate should work collaboratively with academic and professional staff, contribute to wellbeing programmes and respond compassionately to students from diverse backgrounds.
Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is a major public research university located in western Singapore. It is internationally recognised for engineering, technology, science, business, education and interdisciplinary research, and has a large community of students, faculty and professional staff from around the world. NTU operates a green, residential main campus and maintains strong partnerships with industry, government and overseas institutions. The university supports teaching, research, innovation and entrepreneurship, while also providing extensive student services covering wellbeing, accommodation, careers, health and campus life. As an employer, NTU offers opportunities in academic, research, administrative, technical and student-support functions. Counsellors typically work within student wellbeing or support services, helping students manage personal, emotional, academic and adjustment challenges in a diverse university environment.
Singapore is a compact island city-state with opportunities in education, technology, finance, healthcare, logistics, research, hospitality and professional services. Its culture blends Chinese, Malay, Indian and international influences, reflected in its food, festivals and languages. Life is safe, efficient and convenient, with excellent public transport, healthcare and amenities, although housing and daily expenses can be high. Popular areas include the city centre, Tiong Bahru, Katong and the west, which is convenient for NTU’s campus. Foreign professionals generally need an employer-sponsored work pass, commonly an Employment Pass or S Pass, subject to government salary and eligibility requirements. Relocating usually involves securing a job first, arranging the pass, finding accommodation and obtaining local healthcare and banking access. Singapore is hot and humid year-round, with frequent rain, so lightweight clothing and reliable air-conditioning are useful.
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