Global Engagement and Events Coordinator | Abu Dhabi University

Management & Support Services, PR, Marketing, Sales & Communication
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
January 14, 2026
Full-time Management & Support
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Job Description

SECTION I: JOB PURPOSE
The GEEC Coordinator will play a critical role in supporting Abu Dhabi University’s internationalization strategy by coordinating initiatives that enhance the university’s global presence, reputation, and strategic partnerships. The role focuses on managing international events, supporting global ranking and accreditation efforts, and facilitating collaborations through the Global Engagement Program (GEP), international conferences, and the Global Brown Bag Seminar Series (GBBSS).
SECTION II: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Key Responsibilities:Key Responsibilities Strategic Engagement & Global Partnerships Coordinate activities under the Global Engagement Program (GEP), including outreach to international scholars and institutions.Support the development and execution of global academic and research collaborations aligned with the university’s internationalization goals.Maintain a dynamic database of GEP members and engagement metrics. Events Management & Program Execution Plan and execute high-impact international conferences such as the International Conference for Advancing Sustainable Futures (ICASF).Manage the logistics of the Global Brown Bag Seminar Series (GBBSS), including speaker outreach, event scheduling, and participant coordination.Oversee venue selection, registration, promotion, and evaluation of international events.Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications team to ensure global visibility of events. Global Rankings & Accreditations Support Assist in tracking and reporting institutional performance in global rankings such as QS, THE, and Shanghai Ranking.Contribute to preparing supporting documentation and data for international accreditations and ranking bodies.Monitor KPIs and global engagement metrics to support strategic planning and performance analysis. Operational and Administrative Support Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation related to GEEC initiatives.Maintain clear communication with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring timely updates and follow-ups.Support future planning for new roles and expansion of the GEEC team (e.g., GEEC Administrator role).
SECTION III: KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Minimum Educational Qualifications Required for the Role
·     Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, IT, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.·       Master’s Degree in Engineering, Project Management, IT, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
Minimum Years of Experience RequiredMinimum 3–5 years of experience in higher education, international partnerships, academic mobility, or program coordination.
Nature of Relevant Experience Required·       Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. ·       Experience with managing KPIs and preparing impact reports. ·       Comfortable using digital tools for virtual events and CRM/database systems. ·       Exposure to higher education environments or global development programs. ·       Familiarity with managing events, training, or professional development programs. ·       Competence in working with diverse teams and international partners
Language – SkillsProficiency and Fluency in written and spoken English; Arabic is an advantage.
Special Skills and Abilities·       Proficiency in MS Office Suite and digital collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, MS Teams) ·       Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills
SECTION IV: KEY INTERACTIONS
Key Internal Contacts:Office of Internationalization, International officers from each college and internal stakeholders (Student Affairs, Registrar’s office, Office of Research, DATA, Student Affairs, TEG, Marketing and Finance).
Key External Contacts:Guest speakers, representatives from international partner institutions, regional and global members, trainers, speakers and consultants.

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