Browse
Employers / Recruiters

Student Life and Athletic Officer

americanuniversity · 30+ days ago
Continue
By pressing the button above, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy, and agree to receive email job alerts. You can unsubscribe anytime.

We are looking for an energetic Student Life and Athletic Officer to join the American University in the Emirates. The Student Life and Athletic Officer is responsible for the development, coordination, and management of all athletic programs, events, and initiatives at the university. This role ensures that athletic teams are well-organized, athletic events run smoothly, and students are encouraged to participate in sports and fitness activities. Additionally, the officer will oversee athletic scholarships and organize an annual recognition ceremony to honor athletic achievements.

.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Physical Education, Student Affairs, or a related field.
  • 2-4 years of experience in organizing athletic events, managing sports teams, or a similar role in a university setting.
  • Experience managing athletic scholarships and working with student-athletes.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Knowledge of health and safety regulations related to athletics.
  • Experience managing budgets and coordinating events.
  • Preferably Bilingual (speaks English and Arabic fluently)
  • Working knowledge of UAE higher education sector

 

Job Responsibilities

  1. Athletic Event Management: Plan, organize, and execute all athletic events and sports competitions, both on and off-campus, ensuring smooth operations and positive experiences for all participants.
  2. Team Management: Oversee the recruitment, development, and coordination of university sports teams. This includes managing team schedules, practices, uniforms, and equipment needs.
  3. Competitions and Tournaments: Organize and manage inter-university and intra-university sports competitions and tournaments, including handling logistics, participant registration, and communication with other institutions.
  4. Tryouts and Talent Development: Facilitate team tryouts, ensuring fair selection processes, and support coaches in identifying and developing athletic talent among students.
  5. Student Engagement: Promote student participation in sports and wellness activities by creating and publicizing opportunities for involvement.
  6. Athletic Scholarships: Manage the process for awarding athletic scholarships, including working with relevant departments to identify eligible students, ensuring adherence to scholarship criteria, and maintaining records of awarded scholarships.
  7. Athletics Recognition Ceremony: Plan and coordinate an annual recognition ceremony to celebrate student-athletes' achievements, team accomplishments, and outstanding contributions to the athletics program.
  8. Collaboration: Work closely with coaches, team captains, and the Student Life department to support athletic programs and ensure alignment with the university’s mission.
  9. Budgeting and Sponsorship: Assist in developing and managing budgets and securing sponsors for athletic programs, including the allocation of scholarship funds and planning for the recognition ceremony.
  10. Compliance and Safety: Ensure that all athletic activities comply with university policies and health and safety regulations.
  11. Liaison: Serve as a point of contact for student-athletes, addressing concerns and providing guidance on balancing academics and athletics.
  12. Event Promotion: Collaborate with the university's media and marketing team to promote athletic events and activities.
  13. Facilities and Equipment: Coordinate the use and maintenance of sports facilities and athletic equipment. 

 

About American University in the Emirates (AUE):

The American University in the Emirates (AUE) invites applications from well-qualified candidates for a range of faculty and administrative positions. AUE is located in Dubai Intl. Academic City.

AUE is not just a place of learning but a hub of innovation and growth, where your expertise and aspirations find a welcoming environment.

At AUE, we believe Nothing is Impossible is the Pathway to Success

AUE comprises seven dynamic colleges: College of Law, College of Education, College of Design, College of Business Administration, College of Media and Mass Communication, College of Computer Information Technology and College of Security and Strategic Studies. Each college boasts unique strengths and prestigious accreditations, reflecting our commitment to providing a world-class education.

The American University in the Emirates is accredited by SACSCOC (the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges) to award baccalaureate and master’s degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels

The American University in the Emirates is officially licensed to operate as a higher education institution and all its programs are accredited by CAA (the Commission for Academic Accreditation), Ministry of Education, United Arab Emirates.

The College of Business Administration is a proud member of AACSB (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), and its degree programs (Bachelor of Business Administration, Master of Business Administration, Master of Sport Management) are accredited by AACSB) as of 2022.

The Bachelor of Computer Science in the College of Computer Information Technology is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET.

NASAD (The National Association of Schools of Art and Design) has granted the Bachelor of Science in Fashion Design, Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design, Bachelor of Science in Interior Design, and Bachelor of Science in Animation in the College of Design, the designation of Substantial Equivalency with accredited programs in the United States.

 

Last updated on Sep 10, 2024

See more

About the company

More jobs at americanuniversity

Analyzing

Dubai, Dubai

 · 

30+ days ago

Dubai, Dubai

 · 

30+ days ago

Dubai, Dubai

 · 

30+ days ago

Dubai, Dubai

 · 

17 days ago

Developed by Blake and Linh in the US and Vietnam.
We're interested in hearing what you like and don't like! Live chat with our founder or join our Discord
Changelog
🚀 LaunchpadNov 27
Create a site and sell services based on your CV.
🔥 Job search dashboardNov 13
Revamped job search UI with a sortable grid, live filtering, bookmarks, and application tracking.
🫡 Cover letter instructionsSep 27
New Studio settings give you control over AI output.
✨ Cover Letter StudioAug 9
Automatically generate cover letters for any job.
🎯 Suggested filtersAug 6
Copilot suggests additional filters above the results.
⚡️ Quick applicationsAug 2
Apply to jobs using info from your CV. Initial coverage of ~200k jobs in Spain, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France, and the Netherlands.
🧠 Job AnalysisJul 12
Have Copilot read job descriptions and extract out key info you want to know. Click "Analyze All" to try it out. Click on the Copilot's gear icon to customize the prompt.
© 2024 RemoteAmbitionAffiliate · Privacy · Terms · Sitemap · Status