Program Coordinator

Emirates Foundation; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent foundation in the UAE is seeking a Program Coordinator to support the establishment and coordination of its initiatives. The ideal candidate will have fluency in both Arabic and English, possess strong project management skills, and be responsible for coordinating day-to-day activities, supporting program planning, and engaging with stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful programs focusing on operational readiness and organizational alignment.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Arabic and English for effective communication and project management.
• Experience in coordinating and implementing programs.
• Strong organizational skills for tracking tasks and deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day activities related to Emirates Foundation programs.
• Support planning, scheduling, and tracking of program tasks.
• Assist in organizing meetings and communications with stakeholders.

Skills

Fluency in Arabic

Fluency in English

Project management skills

Stakeholder coordination

Job description

Need Arabic and English Fluency for coordination and communication:

Role Overview

This role is proposed to support the establishment and ongoing coordination of a new, dedicated Emirates Foundation program. The creation of this position reflects the need for focused, day-to-day coordination to plan, implement, and support Emirates Foundation program initiatives, ensuring continuity, operational readiness, and alignment with organizational objectives and international best practices.

Scope of Work

The Program Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the effective coordination, planning, and implementation of Emirates Foundation programs and related initiatives. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, the following:

Program Coordination & Planning

• Arabic and English Fluency for coordination and communication/project management needs
• Coordinate day-to-day activities related to Emirates Foundation programs
• Support the planning, scheduling, and tracking of program tasks and deliverables
• Maintain coordination tools, trackers, and documentation to support program continuity

Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate with internal teams, partners, and service providers to support program delivery
• Support communication and follow-up with relevant national and international stakeholders
• Assist in organizing meetings, briefings, and coordination sessions.

Implementation Support

• Support implementation readiness and execution of program activities
• Assist with operational and logistical coordination related to program initiatives
• Monitor progress, risks, and follow-up actions, escalating issues as needed

International Projects & Missions

• Support coordination of international projects and volunteering missions, as required
• Assist with planning, logistics, and preparation of mission-related documentation.
• Support travel readiness, briefings, and on-ground or remote coordination during missions, subject to approvals

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare brief updates, coordination notes, and summaries
• Support documentation of activities, decisions, and key outputs
• Assist in compiling inputs for internal reports and reviews

  Performance Indicators

  • Timely coordination and delivery
  • Stakeholder Coordination Effectiveness
  • Operational Readiness support for Emirates Foundation program