Global Mobility Programs Lead

University of Sharjah; Sharjah; On-site; AED 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International mobility benefits

Job summary

The University of Sharjah is seeking an International Mobility Officer to advance the university’s global agenda by planning, managing, and executing mobility programs for students and faculty.

You will oversee inbound and outbound exchanges, visa guidance, housing, and program evaluations, while building strong partnerships with international partners and supporting scholarship opportunities. The role requires strong communication and project management skills in English and Arabic.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication in Arabic and English.
• Excellent working knowledge of MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Teams).
• Good understanding of international education trends and best practices.
• Good understanding of digital marketing trends and strategies.
• Good project management skills.
• Proven experience in program management, student support, and international collaboration.
• Proven experience with student information systems and other relevant software is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Review university policies and procedures to perform daily tasks.
• Design, implement and manage international mobility policies and frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with national and international regulations for mobility.
• Oversee end-to-end processes for inbound/outbound mobility including pre-departure orientation, visa guidance, housing, travel, on-site support, and evaluations.
• Manage joint/dual degree programs with partner institutions.
• Coordinate student exchanges including Erasmus+ and other mobility initiatives.
• Provide guidance to students and faculty on mobility options, funding, and visa requirements.
• Assist faculty with international research collaborations and exchanges.
• Build and maintain relationships with partner universities and external organizations.
• Organize international meetings, conferences, and workshops.
• Represent the University at international education events.
• Collaborate with departments to ensure smooth mobility experiences.
• Disseminate information about mobility opportunities via website, newsletters, portals and sessions.
• Maintain accurate records and monitor KPIs for mobility activities.
• Prepare reports/presentations for stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Project management

International education knowledge

Digital marketing awareness

Program management experience

Student information systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Student information systems

Job description

The University of Sharjah is seeking an International Mobility Officer to advance the university’s global agenda by planning, managing, and executing mobility programs for students and faculty.

You will oversee inbound and outbound exchanges, visa guidance, housing, and program evaluations, while building strong partnerships with international partners and supporting scholarship opportunities. The role requires strong communication and project management skills in English and Arabic.