Job Description

Degree Level: Master's Degree
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Edit and draft international agreements in collaboration with the legal office and other offices.
Support the Director of the OIAA in all dimensions of partnership activity, undertaking specific projects and pieces of work as delegated.
Develop and maintain a network of contacts in partner universities worldwide and identify any opportunities and risks for the University in terms of international partnerships.
Liaise with partner organizations in different countries and to identify and build opportunities for partnership activity.
Organize high-profile incoming and outgoing visits linked to the development and maintenance of international partnerships.
Monitor and review the performance and value of international partnerships.
Benchmark of potential international partners to produce and coordinate briefings for University senior management.
Support in establishing and activating joint/dual program agreements.
Coordinate international programs: faculty exchange programs, short-term faculty mobility programs and other international academic programs.
Provide excellent customer service to all internal and external constituents.
Support student mobility programs as needed: short-term programs, student exchange programs and other student programs.
Handle enquiries and applications from students, visitors, faculty and parents from outside the UAE and abroad including visa procedures.
Deal with enquiries from university staff regarding international students.
Facilitate the arrival of international students and faculty, and provide support during their stay.
Prepare presentations and brochures for activities and announcements.
Assist in preparing documents, keeping financial records, logging Minutes of Meetings (MoMs), recording and archiving agreements, and making progress reports of all activities.
Log Follow-up with different offices on requests like purchase, media, etc.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in international relations, international business, or a related field.
With working experience of not less than 3-5 years; that is directly associated with the duties and responsibilities specified.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Superior ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Excellent computer skills and MS office skills.
Excellent presentation and public speaking skills.
Highly developed interpersonal skills combined with an understanding of diversity, and cross-cultural communication, conflict management and mediation skills.
Good organization, program research and design skills needed to achieve program and strategic planning goals.
Demonstrated commitment to student-centered service model.
Demonstrated ability to train, supervise and support staff.
Effective, creative problem-solving and analytical skills with proven ability to effectively manage crises.
Ability to interpret and apply University, government, and departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Ability to use tact and discretion to deal with or settle complex requests or complaints.
Ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious relationships at all levels, both within and outside the organization including students, faculty, and administrators.
Ability to exercise a high degree of confidentiality.
Flexibility to work outside strict working hours Professional communication skills, both oral and written, combined with confident interpersonal skills & presence.
Arabic and English language proficiency, ability to communicate in another language is an advantage.
A flexible team orientated attitude along with willingness to travel Internationally.
Proven work experience as a Coordinator/Officer or similar role.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
Will be required to work some non-traditional hours including evenings and weekends.
Will be required to travel internationally.
No or very limited physical effort required.
No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

Skills Required