KHDA Compliance Coordinator: Inspections & Records

LEAMS Education; Dubai; On-site; AED 78,120 - 111,600; Full time

Job summary

LEAMS Education is seeking a KHDA Coordinator - School Compliance in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This role involves managing KHDA documentation, regulatory compliance, and inspection coordination. Ideal candidates should have strong knowledge of KHDA requirements and British Curriculum operations.

The position requires a detail-oriented professional with at least 2 years of experience in Dubai's education sector, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently. Immediate availability is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Dubai is required, preferably within the education sector.
• Strong knowledge of KHDA regulations and British Curriculum school compliance requirements.
• Previous experience in school administration, KHDA coordination, inspection support, or regulatory documentation is preferred.
• Excellent communication and administrative skills.
• Strong attention to detail with high accuracy in records, files, reports, and submissions.
• Proficient in MS Office and familiar with school systems or student information platforms.
• Ability to coordinate with leadership teams, admissions staff, teachers, HR teams, and regulatory authorities.
• Professional approach to deadlines, confidential records, and compliance-sensitive information.
• Candidate should be able to work independently and manage multiple documentation priorities.
• Spouse visa or dependent visa holders will be preferred.
• Immediate availability is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with KHDA regulations, circulars, updates, and reporting requirements.
• Maintain accurate KHDA-related documentation, records, approvals, and school compliance files.
• Coordinate KHDA inspections, audits, submissions, evidence files, and follow-up requirements.
• Support school leadership in preparing the SEF, school improvement plans, compliance reports, and inspection documentation.
• Liaise with KHDA authorities for approvals, registrations, licensing, renewals, and regulatory matters.
• Maintain accurate student and staff records in line with KHDA guidelines and Dubai education standards.
• Support admissions processes to ensure student registration and documentation meet regulatory requirements.
• Monitor policy updates and coordinate implementation across relevant school departments.
• Assist with school licensing, renewal applications, permissions, and official submissions.
• Prepare regular compliance reports for senior leadership with accurate data and documentation status.
• Work closely with school administration, admissions, HR, academic leaders, and operations teams to close compliance gaps.
• Maintain confidentiality, documentation accuracy, and professional communication in all regulatory matters.

Skills

KHDA coordination

School compliance

British Curriculum school administration

Regulatory documentation

KHDA inspections

School audits

SEF support

School improvement plans

Student records

Staff records

Admissions compliance

Licensing renewals

Compliance reporting

MS Office

School systems

Documentation accuracy

Policy implementation

Regulatory approvals

Leadership support

Administrative coordination

Dubai education standards

Job description

LEAMS Education is seeking a KHDA Coordinator - School Compliance in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This role involves managing KHDA documentation, regulatory compliance, and inspection coordination. Ideal candidates should have strong knowledge of KHDA requirements and British Curriculum operations.

The position requires a detail-oriented professional with at least 2 years of experience in Dubai's education sector, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently. Immediate availability is preferred.