Dubai Campus Operations & Student Experience Lead

University of Europe for Applied Sciences Dubai; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care options

30 days vacation

Language courses

Campus events

International environment

Job summary

The University of Europe for Applied Sciences Dubai seeks a Campus Operations Director to ensure a thriving Dubai campus. You will oversee administration, service departments and campus events, coordinating with regulators, partners and external providers to deliver excellent student and staff experiences.

Key responsibilities include leading service functions, optimizing facilities, managing budgets, and shaping strategic collaborations with international locations while maintaining high

Qualifications

• Completed professional training with years of experience in higher education, hotel industry, or large event management.

Responsibilities

• Build and nurture relationships with regulators (KHDA, DWTC) and external service partners.
• Manage KHDA portal and visa applications for staff and students.
• First contact for students, lecturers, and employees; ensure best possible student and teaching experience.
• Lead daily operations of all campus service functions.
• Ensure high-quality service for students and employees on campus.
• Maintain partnerships with external partners (accommodation, company partners).
• Develop and improve Service Center services and campus facilities.
• Coordinate campus events (tours, awards, freshman events, staff events, presentations).
• Develop security concepts and oversee construction/renovation projects with external providers.
• Plan room utilization and rental management; monitor IT, systems, licenses with contractors.
• Manage cost budgets and support strategic development of Student Services; liaise with international locations.

Skills

Coordination

Event management

Project management

Leadership

MS Office proficiency

English proficiency

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Reliability

Education

Higher-ed / hospitality background

Tools

KHDA portal

Visa systems

Office IT systems

Job description

The University of Europe for Applied Sciences Dubai seeks a Campus Operations Director to ensure a thriving Dubai campus. You will oversee administration, service departments and campus events, coordinating with regulators, partners and external providers to deliver excellent student and staff experiences.

Key responsibilities include leading service functions, optimizing facilities, managing budgets, and shaping strategic collaborations with international locations while maintaining high