Administrative Positions

Job Description: Future Opportunities – Administrative Positions

Do you believe that “Nothing is Impossible”? If so, the American University in the Emirates (AUE) wants to hear from you. Located in the heart of Dubai International Academic City, AUE is a rapidly growing hub of innovation and academic excellence.

This is an Open Call for Interest for proactive, talented professionals who wish to join our administrative workforce. While we may not have an immediate vacancy that matches your specific profile today, we are constantly seeking high-caliber individuals to support our seven dynamic colleges and central university operations. By submitting your application now, you ensure you are at the top of our list as we expand for the upcoming academic cycles.

Potential Administrative Areas

AUE requires diverse expertise across various departments to maintain its world-class accreditation standards (SACSCOC, CAA, AACSB, ABET):

• Student Affairs & Admissions: Helping prospective students navigate the pathway to success.

• Academic Registry: Ensuring the integrity of student records and compliance with graduation requirements.

• Human Resources: Managing our diverse and multicultural faculty and staff community.

• Accreditation & Quality Assurance: Maintaining our prestigious standing with international bodies like SACSCOC and the CAA.

• Finance & Procurement: Managing the fiscal health and resource allocation of the university.

• Marketing & Communications: Promoting AUE’s brand across the MENA region and beyond.

• IT & Digital Transformation: Supporting a tech-driven campus and online learning environments.

Why Submit an Open Application?

• Priority Review: When a new position opens, our HR team reviews the “Open Application” pool first before posting to external boards.

• Talent Pipeline: It allows us to match your unique skills to a role we might currently be designing.

• Career Growth: AUE is committed to professional development, providing a fertile ground for those who aspire to lead in the higher education sector.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree is typically the minimum requirement; Master’s degrees or professional certifications (PHR, PMP, CPA) are highly valued.

• Experience: Previous experience in higher education or a large-scale corporate environment is preferred.

• Skills: Exceptional communication skills in English (Arabic is a significant plus), proficiency in modern Office suites and CRM systems, and a solution-oriented mindset.

• Values: A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and a drive to contribute to a student-centric environment.

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