Student Life and Events Administrator

About UOWD

Established in ‎1951 and ranked in the top ‎1% of universities worldwide,
Australia's University of Wollongong is a global brand with international
campuses in Dubai, Hong Kong and Malaysia.
University of Wollongong Dubai (UOWD) offers over ‎40 internationally
recognised bachelor and master degrees spanning ‎10 in-demand industry sectors.
All of our degree courses are accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education's
Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and licensed by Dubai's Knowledge
and Human Development Authority (KHDA), as well as being recognised by leading
professional organisations such as AACSB, ACCA, ACS, CIM, CIPD, CPA, Engineers
Australia, PMI, and others.
The first internationally accredited Australian university in the UAE, we are
the education gateway of choice for over ‎3,500 students, representing ‎100+
nationalities. Our global community of ‎152,000 alumni are pursuing career
goals with respected blue-chip companies and industry giants such as 3M, ADCB,
Adidas, Amazon, Deloitte, Emirates, FedEx, GE, IBM, Microsoft and Pepsico.
Additionally, research reveals that ‎83% of fresh graduates are employed
within six months of graduation.
Life at UOWD is rooted in the continued pursuit of excellence through
teaching, research and industry engagement, with the student experience at its
heart. Our ‎200,000-square-foot campus at Dubai Knowledge Park features access
to cutting-edge technologies and a mix of traditional and innovative learning
spaces, all housed in a vibrant modern setting that promises to deliver an
enriched learning experience for our students.
* QS World University Rankings ‎2023
*Data from the Graduate Destination Survey ‎2017 to ‎2020 About the Department

Student Services provide programs, services, and resources that enhance
student life outside of the classroom, promote student engagement and success,
and foster a sense of belonging and community on campus.
Reporting to the Student Life & University Events Manager, the Events
Administrator will be responsible for the development and execution of a
variety of UOWD events that support the mission and values of the university.
This includes academic conferences, executive training, guest lectures, alumni
events, student events, and other special events such as graduation.
Requirements & Responsibilites

Knowledge and Skills
* Strong interpersonal communication skills.
* Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word, and familiarity with event management software.
* Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Personal Attributes
* Passionate and driven
* Has integrity and operates with transparency
* Resilient and adaptable to change
* Willingness to work irregular hours including evenings and weekends occasionally as events schedules require.
Responsibilities
Provide administrative support for all aspects of the planning, coordination,
and execution of University events, including but not limited to welcome
events, orientation, workshops, seminars, club events, festivals, and
graduation.
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Qualifications & Experience

Essential :
* Bachelor's degree in relevant field
* ‎2+ years of experience in an administrative role.
Desirable :
* Experience in the Education / HE sector within the GCC region would be advantageous