Data Officer

GEMS WESTMINSTER SCHOOL - RAK; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Ras al-Khaimah is seeking a highly skilled Data Officer to provide strategic leadership in data management, analysis, and MIS. The role involves overseeing data accuracy, generating insights for improved student outcomes, producing reports for stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with data protection regulations. The ideal candidate will collaborate with the IT team and support admissions processes to enhance overall school performance.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the school’s data management systems.
• Collect, input, and update student and staff data.
• Analyse educational data for insights.
• Produce reports and dashboards for stakeholders.
• Oversee administration of school assessments.
• Collaborate with IT to resolve data-related issues.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations.
• Provide expertise in Management Information Systems.
• Support admissions process and maintain accurate records.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe environment for students.
• Be available during summer for results analysis.

Job description

The GEMS Westminster School seeks a highly skilled and dedicated Data Officer to join the team inDecember 2025. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership and management in the areas of Data, Assessment, and MIS, driving the effective use of data to enhance teaching, learning, and overall school performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the school’s data management systems, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and security of information.
• Collect, input, and update student and staff data in a timely and efficient manner.
• Analyse educational data to generate insights that support improved student outcomes and informed school-wide decision-making.
• Produce reports, data sets, and dashboards for senior leaders, teachers, and external stakeholders.
• Oversee the administration and management of school assessments, ensuring integrity and accuracy in recording and reporting.
• Collaborate with the IT team to resolve data-related issues and assist in implementing new systems and tools.
• Ensure full compliance with data protection and confidentiality regulations.
• Provide specialist expertise in the use of Management Information Systems (MIS) and assessment platforms.
• Support the admissions process and maintain accurate records for enrolments, withdrawals, and transitions between academic years.
• Uphold the school’s safeguarding policies and contribute to maintaining a safe and supportive environment for all students.
• Be available during summer periods to support results analysis and data reporting cycles.