27. Office Administrator - Student Life Department (UAE National ONLY)

Office Administrator - Student Life DepartmentAmerican University of Ras Al KhaimahAURAK values diversity, inclusiveness and cultural authenticity where all individuals are treated based on their merits and abilities. AURAK is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified applicants irrespective of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or age.Job Purpose & ResponsibilitiesThis position supports the Student Life Department within the Office of Student Affairs. The support provided by the role is primarily administrative, logistical, and clerical, utilizing both oral and written communication skills on a daily basis, and includes event coordination. Daily tasks will include, but are not limited to, managing front desk operations such as handling walk‑in traffic, overseeing the student attendance process, preparing presentation materials, drafting and managing communication emails/letters, organizing meetings and collaborating on activities/events planning that support the department's mission, in collaboration with the Manager of Student Life, two Senior Student Life Officers, and all activities initiated by the unit. The position will assist in all aspects of planning student programs, events, and activities, including large campus events such as Commencement, Student/Parents‑Family Orientation Programs, Global Day, National Day, Open Days, and several other key events. The position works in a cross‑functional manner with the administrative support staff for the Office of Student Affairs. The work environment is student‑centered, solution‑oriented, and constantly evolving, with high expectations for accuracy, attention to detail, and follow‑through with assigned tasks.Minimum Qualification and EducationBachelor's degreeIntermediate or above proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)Required Knowledge And SkillsHave a customer service background with experience or willingness to be student‑centered with servicesStrong office management skills, including excellent skills in setting and managing multiple priorities simultaneously, scheduling, time management, organizational management, interpersonal communication, and problem‑solving skillsKnowledge of event planning, preparation, and executionExcellent administrative skills for an office setting that requires solution‑oriented thinking and resource managementAbove beginner proficiency is a must, and a willingness to learn and use online management software applications, such as word processing, spreadsheet manipulation, and calendar management.Excellent communication skills in English, spoken, written, and comprehension, are mandatoryAbility to work in a setting with sensitive and confidential student information.Work ExperienceMinimum 2-4 years' experience in the coordinator/Secretarial/ Administration field.Language Proficiency RequiredBilingual Fluency English and Arabic. English Fluency (reading, writing, speaking) is essential, with the ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with ease.CompetenciesService ExcellenceProfessional Ethics and IntegrityProblem‑solvingTime ManagementTeamworkReporting lineManager of the Student Life Department#J-18808-Ljbffr