Business and Administration Coordinator

Zayed University; Dubai; On-site; AED 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a highly organized Business and Administration Coordinator to act as the central point for coordination within the organization. This role involves liaising with various stakeholders, managing project-related tasks, and ensuring smooth operations within the CAFO Office. The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in business management and have a strong background in project management and customer service. With a competitive salary and attractive benefits package, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a dynamic educational environment in the UAE.

Benefits

Housing Allowance

Annual Vacation

Airline Tickets for Employee and Family

Educational Subsidies for Children

Healthcare Coverage

Qualifications

• 4 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Possess a Project Management Professional credential or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with stakeholders on university operations and project work.
• Maintain financial records and ensure continuity of work operations.

Skills

Project Management

Customer Service

Data Analysis

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Description

The Opportunity

The primary responsibility of a Business and Administration Coordinator is to act as the central point for coordination between the CAFO Office and the different units of the organization.

The Responsibilities

• Coordinate with external and internal stakeholders on various issues relating to operations of the university as guided by CAFO.
• Act as the primary point of contact for all project work related to the CAFO office.
• Collect data from internal and external sources and collate into reports, including Internal Audit (IA) reports, Current State Assessment (CSA) reports, the risk register, and the annual report.
• Maintain financial and non-financial records for CAFO and direct specific business issues and queries to the appropriate teams.
• Ensure continuity of work operations by documenting and communicating needed actions to management in line with policies and procedures.
• Maintain rapport with all employee levels by arranging contacts, researching and developing new services, setting priorities, and resolving problems.
• Review contracts and agreements, providing CAFO inputs on any anomalies.
• Coordinate and support updates to the CAFO-related sections of the university website.
• Organize and support team-building events within CAFO units to promote engagement and collaboration.
• Serve as a customer service liaison for the CAFO Office, ensuring smooth handling of inquiries, timely responses, and streamlined communication.
• Analyze and disseminate the annual CAFO survey results and follow up on agreed actions.
• Perform any other duties as required by the CAFO or designate.

Critical Success Factors

• Highly organized and efficient, maintaining work quality.
• Ability to work well with others, manage change, and accept responsibility for additional duties to meet deadlines.
• Adept at handling change, accepting direction from CAFO, and acting independently when necessary.
• Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external clients, acting as a liaison for the CAFO Office.
• Maintain professional standards when interacting with faculty and staff.

The Requirements

Possess a bachelor's degree in business management or a related field from an accredited institution, with 4 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Project Management Professional credential or equivalent is required.

Other essential requirements:

• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Highly organized and efficient, with ability to manage change and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work well with others and act independently when necessary.
• Provide exceptional customer service, acting as a liaison for the CAFO Office.
• Maintain professional standards in interactions with faculty and staff.

The Benefits

The university offers a highly attractive benefits package, including competitive salaries, tax-free income in the UAE, housing allowance, annual vacation, airline tickets for the employee and immediate family, educational subsidies for children, and healthcare coverage for the employee and sponsored family members.

To Apply

Complete the online application form and attach a cover letter, current CV, and three professional references with contact details. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

For Further Inquiries

Please contact us for more information.