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University of Wollongong in Dubai

<div>About the University 
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 in Dubai (UOWD) offers over 40 internationally recognised bachelor's and master's degrees spanning 10 in-demand industry sectors. Our programs are accredited by CAA and KHDA in UAE, but also by AQF in Australia. All business programs of the University of Wollongong are accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). In addition, individual programs in the School of Business are accredited by professional bodies including CFA, ACCA, CIPD, CIM, CILT.
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. Located strategically near the Palm and the Burj Khalifa, the University benefits from the huge investment and innovation opportunities the city is known for globally.<ul><li>QS World University Rankings 2024</li></ul>
**Data from the Graduate Destination Survey 2017 to 2021
About Student Life at UOWD 
The Student Life Department plays a central role in shaping the holistic student experience at UOWD. Working closely with academic schools, professional services, alumni, and external partners, the department delivers programs and initiatives that foster student engagement, community building, leadership development, and institutional pride.
Student Life is responsible for planning and delivering a wide range of university‑wide activities, including student engagement events, academic conferences, guest lectures, alumni activities, executive education events, and milestone celebrations such as graduation. The department acts as a key connector across the University, ensuring events reflect UOWD's values, enhance campus vibrancy, and strengthen relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
About the Role 
UOWD is seeking a highly organised and enthusiastic Events Coordinator to support the planning, coordination, and delivery of a diverse portfolio of university events. The role is central to the Student Life team and contributes directly to events that support the University's mission, brand, and community engagement.
The Events Coordinator is responsible for end‑to‑end event delivery, from concept development and promotion through to logistics, stakeholder coordination, risk management, and post‑event evaluation. This role requires close collaboration with internal departments, students, faculty, alumni, vendors, and external partners.
Key Responsibilities
Event Planning &amp; Delivery<ul><li>
Conceptualise, plan, and deliver a range of university events including academic conferences, executive training programs, guest lectures, student and alumni events, and ceremonial events such as graduation</li><li>
Define event objectives, develop detailed timelines, and ensure delivery within agreed timeframes</li><li>
Coordinate venues, catering, audio‑visual requirements, speakers, performers, and event themes where applicable</li></ul>
Event Promotion<ul><li>
Partner with the University's Marketing team to promote events across appropriate communication channels</li><li>
Support the development of event collateral and manage event registration pages</li><li>
Track promotional effectiveness and engagement levels</li></ul>
Logistics &amp; Operations<ul><li>
Manage event registration processes and attendee communications</li><li>
Coordinate transportation, guest accommodation (where required), setup and breakdown of event spaces</li><li>
Troubleshoot and resolve issues during events to ensure a seamless attendee experience</li></ul>
Budget &amp; Vendor Coordination<ul><li>
Develop and track event budgets, ensuring expenses remain within approved allocations</li><li>
Work with the Procurement team to source vendors and service providers in line with university procedures</li></ul>
Stakeholder Engagement<ul><li>
Liaise with faculty, administrators, student organisations, alumni, vendors, and external partners</li><li>
Maintain strong working relationships and ensure timely communication before, during, and after events</li></ul>
Reporting, Evaluation &amp; Risk Management<ul><li>
Conduct post‑event evaluations and prepare reports outlining outcomes and improvement opportunities</li><li>
Ensure all events comply with university policies, regulatory requirements, and safety standards</li><li>
Conduct risk assessments and support contingency planning for events</li></ul>
Working Environment
This role operates primarily on campus and involves frequent engagement with students, staff, and external stakeholders. Occasional evening or weekend work is required to support events, workshops, or major university activities. Attendance at off‑campus events may be required, with transportation provided by the University.
Qualifications, Experience &amp; Skills 
Essential<ul><li>
Minimum 3 years' experience in event planning or coordination</li><li>
Strong project management and organisational skills</li><li>
Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities</li><li>
Experience using event registration systems and relevant event technologies</li></ul>
Desirable<ul><li>
Experience in a university, education, or not‑for‑profit environment</li><li>
Familiarity with large‑scale or ceremonial events</li></ul>
Personal Attributes &amp; Competencies<ul><li>
Highly enthusiastic, proactive, and driven</li><li>
Strong integrity and professional judgement</li><li>
Creative problem‑solver with attention to detail</li><li>
Able to manage multiple priorities under pressure</li><li>
Resilient, adaptable, and collaborative</li></ul></div>

Events Coordinator

<div>About the Research Office 
The Research Office at UOWD supports academic staff in the delivery of high-quality, externally and internally funded research projects. As the University's research activity continues to expand across disciplines and funding sources, the Office plays a critical role in ensuring operational excellence, compliance, and audit readiness.
The Research Project Officer contributes directly to strengthening the University's research governance, project delivery standards, and institutional capability.
About the Role 
The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) is seeking a proactive and highly organised Research Project Officer to support the effective delivery of the University's growing research portfolio.
This role serves as the central coordination point for faculty-led research projects, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and compliant with funding and institutional requirements. Working closely with Principal Investigators (PIs), the role applies structured project management principles to coordinate timelines, budgets, procurement, and reporting.
Operating within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment, the position requires strong analytical capability, sound judgement, and the ability to anticipate risks, manage competing priorities, and support evidence-based decision-making across the research lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
The Research Project Officer will:<ul><li>
Coordinate and monitor research project delivery from award initiation to close‑out</li><li>
Maintain a centralised project schedule and milestone tracking system across multiple projects</li><li>
Conduct regular structured meetings with Principal Investigators to review progress, risks, and resource needs</li><li>
Map and track reporting requirements to ensure timely submission to funding bodies</li><li>
Identify and escalate project risks (financial, operational, compliance) and maintain risk registers</li><li>
Manage procurement processes for research-related equipment and services in coordination with internal teams</li><li>
Support recruitment and contract tracking for project staff in collaboration with People &amp; Culture</li><li>
Monitor spend against budgets, providing forecasting and variance analysis</li><li>
Maintain complete and audit‑ready records of project documentation and approvals</li><li>
Facilitate collaboration between research teams and central functions (Finance, HR, Procurement, Legal, Marketing)</li><li>
Support project closure activities, including financial reconciliation and archiving of outputs</li><li>
Contribute to process improvement by identifying and standardising best practices across projects</li></ul>
About You 
You are an experienced project or operations professional with strong organisational capability and the ability to manage complex, multi‑stakeholder portfolios.
You bring a structured, detail‑oriented approach to project delivery, combined with the confidence to work with academic stakeholders and navigate a governance‑focused environment.
Essential requirements:<ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, or related field</li><li>
Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a project‑based or programme coordination role</li><li>
Demonstrated experience managing budgets, timelines, procurement, and reporting cycles</li><li>
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and project tracking tools</li><li>
Experience working with senior stakeholders and managing cross‑functional relationships</li><li>
Ability to interpret and apply complex policies, contracts, or funding requirements</li></ul>
Desirable attributes:<ul><li>
Experience in higher education, research administration, or grant‑funded environments</li><li>
Project management certification (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP, CAPM)</li><li>
Experience supporting audits and maintaining compliance documentation</li><li>
Exposure to research governance, ethics, or data management frameworks</li></ul>
Compensation and Benefits 
UOWD offers a competitive and comprehensive employment package designed to attract and retain high‑quality professional staff. The package for this role includes:<ul><li>
Competitive tax‑free salary, commensurate with qualifications and experience</li><li>
Comprehensive medical insurance for the employee (and eligible dependents, subject to policy)</li><li>
Annual leave entitlement of 25 working days</li><li>
Public holidays as per the UAE calendar</li><li>
End‑of‑service gratuity, in accordance with UAE Labour Law</li><li>
Access to a stable, well‑governed working environment within a reputable international university</li><li>
Opportunities to contribute to institutional improvement, automation initiatives, and professional development</li></ul>
UOWD is an equal opportunity employer that attracts, develops, motivates, empowers, and retains a diverse workforce.</div>

Research Project Officer

<div>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's and master's 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. Located strategically near the Palm and the Burj Khalifa, the University benefits from the huge investment and innovation opportunities the city is known for globally.
*QS World University Rankings 2024**Data from the Graduate Destination Survey 2017 to 2021
About the School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Health 
The School of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Health delivers interdisciplinary programs that combine creative practice, critical thinking, and industry relevance.
Within the School, the BCM program integrates visual communication, media production, and storytelling, preparing students for careers in creative industries. The Visual Communication Design stream focuses on developing students' ability to apply design thinking across digital, interactive, and social contexts.
Academic staff in the School are encouraged to contribute actively to curriculum development, research initiatives, and governance, while supporting students in developing critical thinking, research literacy, and real‑world readiness.
About the Role 
The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) invites applications for an Instructor in Visual Communication Design.
This is a teaching‑intensive role supporting the growth of the Bachelor of Communication and Media (BCM) program. The successful candidate will deliver studio‑based teaching and contribute to the development of students' creative, technical, and conceptual design capabilities.
The role requires a strong balance of practical design experience and teaching capability, with particular emphasis on studio pedagogy, applied design skills, and the effective use of industry‑standard design tools.
Teaching Responsibilities
The Associate Lecturer will deliver undergraduate teaching, including subjects such as:<ul><li>
Design Foundation (Studio Practice &amp; Typography)</li><li>
Interaction Design</li><li>
Social Impact Design</li><li>
Motion Design</li><li>
Professional Design Practice</li></ul>
Responsibilities include:<ul><li>
Delivering lectures, tutorials, and studio‑based teaching</li><li>
Facilitating practical learning using industry‑standard design tools (Adobe Creative Cloud)</li><li>
Assessing student work and providing constructive feedback</li><li>
Supporting student development in both conceptual and technical design skills</li></ul>
Qualifications, Skills and Experience 
You are a design professional and educator with a strong grounding in visual communication design and a commitment to student‑centred studio teaching.
Essential requirements:<ul><li>
Master's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication Design, Media Design, or related field</li><li>
Demonstrated teaching experience in higher education (minimum 1 year) OR strong evidence of teaching capability</li><li>
Experience delivering studio‑based and software‑led design courses</li><li>
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud and contemporary design tools</li><li>
Clear understanding of design pedagogy and studio learning environments</li></ul>
Industry experience (strongly preferred):<ul><li>
Minimum 3 years' professional experience in a design role (e.g. graphic designer, visual designer, media designer)</li><li>
Experience in creative, media, or marketing environments</li><li>
Portfolio demonstrating applied design work</li></ul></div>

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