The Administrative Assistant to the Dean / Vice Dean plays a vital role in supporting the leadership team at BMC’s Dubai branch. This position provides comprehensive administrative, communication, and coordination support to ensure smooth and efficient operations of the Dean’s and Vice Dean’s offices. The Assistant acts as a key liaison between academic and administrative departments, faculty, students, and external stakeholders — maintaining alignment with UAE regulatory requirements (KHDA/MOE) and internal policies from KSA headquarters.
Manage calendars, appointments, and travel arrangements for the Dean or Vice Dean.
Organize internal and external meetings, including preparation of agendas, documentation, and minutes.
Prepare and format official correspondence, reports, and presentations in English and Arabic.
Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive communications and institutional data.
Serve as the first point of contact for communications to the Dean’s/Vice Dean’s office.
Coordinate between leadership and departments (academic, admissions, finance, student affairs).
Handle communication with KHDA, MOE, and external partners for regulatory or institutional matters.
Track incoming and outgoing communications and ensure timely follow-up on key issues.
Support academic operations such as scheduling, faculty onboarding, and exam committee documentation.
Assist with documentation required for accreditation, audits, inspections, and institutional reporting.
Support the planning of official events and activities (e.g., student honors, board visits, training days).
Help compile and organize reports, meeting summaries, and action tracking logs.
Ensure records are maintained in accordance with UAE educational regulations and institutional policy.
Assist with document archiving, both physical and digital, following data protection standards.
Maintain filing systems for internal policies, memos, approvals, and external communications.
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Office Management, Education, or a related field.
Minimum of 2–4 years in an administrative or executive assistant role (higher education preferred).
Experience supporting leadership or academic executives is a plus.
Familiarity with UAE education regulators (KHDA/MOE) is desirable.
Strong written and spoken communication in English and Arabic.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Professional discretion and ability to manage confidential information.
Positive attitude, flexibility, and a team-oriented mindset.
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