School Activity Coordinator - Student Programs

LEAMS Education; Dubai; On-site; AED 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

LEAMS Education, based in Dubai, seeks a School Activity Coordinator - Student Programs to design and implement extracurricular activities for students. You will partner with teachers, families, and vendors to deliver engaging programs while ensuring safety and alignment with Ministry guidelines.

The role involves planning field trips, managing calendars, and promoting student participation across activities and clubs in a dynamic school setting in Dubai.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level qualification in Education, Event Management or Public Relations.
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Responsibilities

• Plan co-curricular and extracurricular activities for students across grade levels.
• Develop and maintain an annual calendar of events including cultural celebrations and competitions.
• Coordinate with teachers, parents, external partners, and vendors for smooth events.
• Prepare schedules, venues, equipment, and event-day plans.
• Oversee event delivery, safety, and post-event reviews.
• Support budgeting, procurement, and reporting for activities.

Skills

School activity planning

Event Planning-Coordination

Annual calendar development

Student club and competition

Field trip logistics

Vendor and partner coordination

Event budgeting

Parent communication

Student participation tracking

Health and safety compliance

Ministry of Education guidelines

Event reporting and documentation

Microsoft Office

Graphic design

Sponsorship development

Flexible event-day operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Bachelor's degree in Event Management

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations

Tools

Microsoft Office

Graphic design

Job description

Job Snapshot

School Activity Coordinator - Student Programs Job Snapshot Role: School Activity Coordinator - Student Programs Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Primary-Secondary Education Function: Event Planning-Coordination Experience: 2-3 years Job Type: Full-time Position Overview LEAMS Education is hiring a School Activity Coordinator - Student Programs in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, for a full-time opportunity in the Primary-Secondary Education industry. The coordinator will plan and deliver extracurricular activities, competitions, celebrations, trips, and school-wide programs that enrich student life beyond regular classroom learning.

Working with students, teachers, families, external partners, and service providers, the selected candidate will create well-organized experiences that strengthen participation, creativity, teamwork, cultural awareness, and holistic development.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Primary-Secondary Education Function: Event Planning-Coordination Salary: 6000-10000 AED per month Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Dubai; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The School Activity Coordinator will convert educational and community objectives into practical programs that students can experience and enjoy. The role reports to the Principal, Head of Section, or Head of Activities and carries responsibility for each event from initial planning through final evaluation. Successful coordination will help the school maintain an active calendar while ensuring that logistics, permissions, safety requirements, resources, communication, and documentation are properly controlled.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan co-curricular and extracurricular activities for students across different grade levels.
• Develop and maintain an annual calendar covering national occasions, cultural celebrations, sports days, academic competitions, clubs, and community programs.
• Coordinate with teachers, department heads, student groups, external partners, and vendors.
• Prepare schedules, task assignments, venue arrangements, equipment requirements, and event-day operating plans.
• Oversee setup, student movement, activity delivery, and closing arrangements to ensure smooth execution.
• Organize field trips and confirm that transport, permissions, supervision, communication, and supporting logistics are completed.

The coordinator will actively promote clubs, competitions, volunteering, and school initiatives to increase student participation and create opportunities suited to varied interests.

• Ensure every activity follows school policies, health and safety requirements, and applicable Ministry of Education guidelines.
• Maintain participation records, event reports, photographs, feedback, approvals, and other relevant documentation.
• Communicate upcoming programs, permission requirements, schedules, and participation details to parents.
• Provide event updates and suitable content for newsletters, websites, and school social media channels.
• Support marketing and public relations teams with accurate information and visual materials.
• Prepare activity budgets, track expenditure, coordinate procurement, and use resources responsibly.
• Explore suitable sponsorships or partnerships where they can strengthen school programs.
• Review completed events and use feedback to improve future planning.
• Work flexible hours when major activities or events require support outside the normal school schedule.

Ideal Profile

Applicants should hold a Bachelor 's degree in Education, Event Management, Public Relations, or a related field. A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in activity coordination, events, or student programs within a school or educational setting is required. The preferred candidate will understand UAE school requirements and local cultural sensitivities. Strong planning, communication, stakeholder coordination, and project management capabilities are essential. The role suits an energetic and proactive professional who can manage competing deadlines, remain composed during live events, and work collaboratively with students and adults. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, while graphic design or media-editing ability will be an advantage.

Skills Set

• School activity planning
• Event Planning-Coordination
• Annual calendar development
• Student club and competition management
• Field trip logistics
• Vendor and partner coordination
• Event budgeting and procurement
• Parent communication
• Student participation tracking
• Health and safety compliance
• Ministry of Education guidelines
• Event reporting and documentation
• Microsoft Office
• Graphic design and media editing
• Sponsorship development
• Flexible event-day operations

Why Join Us

This role offers the opportunity to influence the energy and character of the entire school rather than supporting a single classroom or department. The coordinator can introduce new activities, widen student participation, and create memorable programs that bring together learners, educators, and families. It also provides broad experience across events, communications, budgeting, partnerships, logistics, and student engagement within Dubai 's active education environment.

About the Company

LEAMS Education operates schools across Dubai delivering British and CBSE curricula. Its schools support learning through academic instruction and wider opportunities that encourage students to participate, collaborate, develop interests, and contribute to their communities.