Job Summary

The Assistant Manager – Career Development & Alumni Engagement is responsible for leading student career services and regional alumni initiatives for a prestigious University in Dubai. This includes providing personalised career support, coordinating employability events, building corporate partnerships, and enhancing alumni involvement. The role supports strategic development, stakeholder engagement, and aligns regional efforts with global standards to enhance the student and alumni experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver individual and group career coaching to postgraduate students
• Plan and lead career training sessions, workshops, and networking events
• Liaise with employers to create job and internship opportunities
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with regional alumni
• Manage communications through newsletters, social media, and digital platforms
• Organise alumni-focused events, speaker sessions, and collaborative initiatives
• Initiate and manage corporate partnerships and stakeholder relations
• Identify business development opportunities to support student careers and branding
• Maintain accurate student and alumni records in collaboration with central teams
• Support marketing initiatives and special projects led by regional leadership

Skills and Requirements

• Background in career services, employability, or alumni engagement, in education is a MUST
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a high degree of emotional intelligence
• Self-motivated, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Flexible and available for evening or weekend events as required
• Maintains confidentiality and adheres to data protection best practices
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint and Excel
• Certified career coach and/or trainer is an advantage
• Willingness to travel and represent the organisation externally