Admin Assistant (UAE National) - Muna British Academy

Job Description

Muna British Academy is in the heart of the city of Abu Dhabi and was recently rated 'Outstanding' by ADEK - Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK). We serve over 900 students from Nursery - Year 7 and follow the National Curriculum of England. The school is a vibrant community. This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and help shape the future of Abu Dhabi's leading school group. The successful candidate will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.

Responsibilities

• Attend all administration team meetings
• Typing and branding of official documents
• Receiving, directing and responding to emails
• Liaise with teaching and non teaching staff and respond to enquiries on matters within the postholder's responsibility
• Link to Aldar HQ for all issues/tasks
• Design new documents, where necessary, to improve effectiveness
• Attend any training deemed necessary in relation to the role of Admin.
• Support new staff - arrival, induction, accommodation and any other requirements
• Maintain up-to date records for all staff
• Assist with the preparation of all documents
• ADEK Trips and Activities Approvals
• Mail merge letters to provide a more personalised service
• Responsible for all communications
• Ensure all registers are up to date

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Business Administration or equivalent.
• School Experience is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, enthusiasm, initiative, flexibility, good interpersonal skills, motivation, resilience, patience, ability to work flexibly as a member of a team and ability to hit the ground running.
• Applicants must be confident Good literacy skills and an excellent command of English. An ability to speak Arabic would be an advantage.

This job description is not all inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in their application at our company. Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.