Individual job search assistance

Job search support in connection with dismissals as a result of cutbacks or reorganisation

Aarhus University offers employees, who have been dismissed as a result of cutbacks or reorganisation, individual job counselling/job search support. This offer is part of the university’s staff policy.

The counselling/support will be provided by an external consultancy firm and tailored to match the needs of the employee who has been dismissed.

The counselling/support may focus on:

  • Reactions following the dismissal
  • Qualification profile – Clarification of professional and personal competences
  • Clarification of career goals and options
  • The job market
  • Development of a job search strategy and action plan
  • How to use networking and social media
  • Values and motivation
  • Applications
  • CV
  • Job interviews

The counselling programme is confidential and personal.

The employee will be informed about the offer and how the programme can be initiated as soon as possible following the dismissal. 

See the university’s staff policy concerning involuntary redundancy.