Executive Office & Governance Coordinator

University of Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Dubai seeks an experienced Office Manager to oversee the President’s Office operations, ensure timely governance processes, and coordinate cross-functional activities within the university.

Responsibilities include calendar management, travel planning, and producing executive documentation, while upholding strict confidentiality and professional standards across internal and external communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum 5–8 years as an Office Manager or equivalent in higher education or complex organisations.
• Excellent organisational, time-management and communication skills; fluency in Arabic and English.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the President’s Office to ensure efficiency and professionalism.
• Coordinate the President’s calendar, appointments, meetings, and engagements; organise travel arrangements and logistics.
• Prepare reports, presentations, briefs, and official documents; maintain confidential records and correspondence.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Discretion

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Digital collaboration platforms

Job description

University of Dubai seeks an experienced Office Manager to oversee the President’s Office operations, ensure timely governance processes, and coordinate cross-functional activities within the university.

Responsibilities include calendar management, travel planning, and producing executive documentation, while upholding strict confidentiality and professional standards across internal and external communications.