Coordinator – Office of Marketing and Communications

Job Title:

Coordinator – Office of Marketing and Communications

Job Summary:

To coordinate various requirements for the Office of Marketing and Communications, provide administrative support and assistance, manage university gift items requisitions and support marketing content writing.

Job Description:

Coordinator – Office of Marketing and Communications

American University of Ras Al Khaimah

General information about institution

The American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) is an independent co-education institution of Higher Education that provides an integrated American-style, undergraduate and graduate education. All programs are accredited by the Ministry of Education of the UAE; additionally, it is accredited by the U.S. regional accreditation association, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). The American model of higher education ensures not only skills in specific academic fields, but also a general education curriculum that exposes students to new ideas and ways of thinking critically about local and global issues. AURAK is a young and rapidly growing university. AURAK is located in Ras Al Khaimah, one of the Northern Emirates and a rapidly growing region. The beauty of Ras Al Khaimah is reflected in its traditions and diverse landscapes — its white sandy beaches, the majestic Hajjar Mountains, the expansive desert and its sands dunes, and the many historical sites.

Job Purpose & Responsibilities

To coordinate various requirements for the Office of Marketing and Communications, provide administrative support and assistance, manage university gift items requisitions and support marketing content writing.

Minimum Qualification and Education

Essential: Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, mass communications or marketing

Desirable: Additional training in marketing contents development, copywriting and customer service skills

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Outstanding knowledge of MS Office;
• Working knowledge of office equipment;
• Knowledge of basic bookkeeping principles and office management systems and procedures;
• Highly organized and with the ability to prioritize and multi-task;
• Reliable, with patience and professionalism.

Work Experience

Essential: Minimum of 2- 3 years’ experience in having a mix of marketing contents, social media management and administrative relevant field.

Desirable: 5 years’ experience in a similar role and experience.

Language proficiency required

Bilingual (English and Arabic)

Competencies

• Service Excellence-
• Professional Ethics and Integrity-
• Problem-solving-
• Time Management-
• Teamwork-

Reporting line

Director of the Office of Marketing & Communications