Content Specialist

Canadian University of Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UAE is seeking a Content Specialist to enhance communication efforts. The role involves creating engaging content, coordinating projects, and managing internal communications. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree, at least 2 years of relevant experience, and strong English proficiency. This position offers a professional growth opportunity within a vibrant multicultural environment in Dubai.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in content creation, communications, or project coordination.
• Strong writing, editing, and project coordination skills.
• Experience in higher education communication (especially in the UAE or Canadian context).

Responsibilities

• Create engaging content for social media, websites, and digital ads.
• Facilitate content-related projects across departments.
• Support updating digital platforms and websites.

Skills

Writing and editing skills

Project coordination skills

Digital platform proficiency

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Familiarity with Adobe tools

Native or near-native English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field

Tools

Content management systems

Job description

Are you ready to take the next step in your career at Canadian University Dubai? The Marketing & Communication Department is looking for a Content Specialist to support and strengthen our communication efforts. This role is ideal for someone with a talent for writing, strong coordination skills, and an interest in engaging both internal and external audiences.

As Content Specialist, you’ll create engaging written materials, support communication projects, and work closely with departments across the university. Your work will help shape how we communicate with our students, faculty, and wider community—online and offline.

Content Development

• Create engaging, clear, and on-brand content for social media, websites, digital ads, brochures, scripts, and more.
• Write and edit content for diverse audiences—internal and external.
• Develop stories and articles showcasing faculty, students, programs, and events.

Project & Communications Coordination

• Facilitate content-related projects across departments, managing timelines and deliverables.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align messaging and obtain approvals.
• Track project status and ensure adherence to branding standards.

Internal Communications & Stakeholder Engagement

• Prioritize and manage communication requests from various departments.
• Promote clear and professional internal communication workflows.

Platform Oversight & Content Updates

• Support MarCom in updating digital platforms and websites.
• Contribute to newsletters and content calendars.
• Liaise with vendors (e.g., printers, translators) when needed.

Qualifications & Skills

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in content creation, communications, or project coordination.
• Native or near-native English proficiency.
• Strong writing, editing, and project coordination skills.
• Proficiency with digital platforms and content management systems.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe tools.

Preferred:

• Arabic language skills.
• Experience in higher education communication (especially in the UAE or Canadian context).
• Understanding of multicultural environments and UAE professional norms.

Key Competencies

• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.
• Confident and collaborative with a professional demeanor.
• Capable of handling multiple projects and deadlines.
• Solution-oriented and adaptable to change.
• Proactive communicator and team player.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This role is a great chance to grow professionally within CUD and to take on new responsibilities that impact the university’s brand and communication strategy. If you're passionate about storytelling, enjoy working with others, and are ready to develop your skills further, we encourage you to apply.

Established in 2006, CUD is one of the most promising universities in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asian region, QS Ranked in the top 2% of Universities in the World, the #1 University in Dubai, and in the Arab Region according to the QS Arab Region Rankings 2025.

Our expanded City Walk campus hosts state-of-the-art amenities with a focus on entrepreneurship, innovation, and creativity. Combining all the essential elements of technology, the avant‑garde campus brings a new experience to students, featuring laboratories, research facilities, media studios, high‑tech classrooms, a multipurpose theatre, gymnasium, student centre, plenty of dining and entertainment options, and many more!

With the world’s fastest growing population, Dubai is home to an exciting, diverse, multi‑cultural blend of young, dynamic, professionals, all drawn to the Emirate for its unrivalled lifestyle and the outstanding employment prospects.