Coordinator of Student Engagement

Opening in 2004, Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar is part of a reciprocal effort with the Qatar Foundation to bring excellent American educational undergraduate programs to the Middle East. The foundation of CMU Qatar’s success is the extraordinary faculty and staff who work here. By bringing together a diverse group of people, we have benefited from the differing skill sets, experiences, and perspectives that each person brings.

We are seeking applicants for the position of Coordinator of Student Engagement in our Student Affairs in our Qatar Campus.

This individual will be responsible for planning and directing student development projects and programs.

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Core Responsibilities include;

Student Development and Community Engagement:

• Provide leadership, coordination, strategic planning, support of student engagement programs and initiatives.
• Develop and maintain an innovative and comprehensive student leadership development program along with assisting in the coordination of student wraparound holistic student support.
• Advise individual students, both formally and informally, concerning personal, academic, and career concerns.
• Support the Student Engagement Team in developing various student-related programs and university traditions. Contribute to the planning, marketing, and budgeting for large-scale events. May supervise student volunteers and planning committees.
• Collaborate with the Student Engagement Team to develop leadership workshops and trainings for students across different stages of the undergraduate career.
• Contribute to the efforts of the Student Affairs team. Engage in university outreach events such as Marhaba Tartans, support graduation and convocation ceremonies.
• Serve as Student Affairs liaison in partner university committees to advocate, advance, and coordinate on behalf of CMU-Q in Education City program development.

Student Activities Coordination:

• Serves as a lead for implementing our Campus Groups platform to help develop workflows and event management processes for student club events and Student Affairs programs.
• Supervise and support six athletic teams by serving as the university focal point for court reservations, managing engagement in EC sports leagues and assisting with sports team oversight.
• Coordinate the planning, marketing and implementation of the intramural sport program and promote holistic health through collaborations with Director of Health and Wellness and student clubs.
• Develop a social media marketing plan for increasing student engagement and attendance at events and workshops.
• Serve as a resource and advisor to student organizations, offering guidance and training on leadership development, event planning, budgeting and organizational management.
• Maintain accurate records of student events including event proposals, budgets, contacts, contracts, media/publicity, and evaluations.
• Serve as the Student Affairs representative on the campus Events Committee, along with department stakeholders from the Dean’s Office, Facilities Management, Information Technology, and Marketing and Public Relations, to review, approve, coordinate schedule, and support all student-organized events.
• Provide consultation and feedback to student event organizers, in terms of university policies and procedures, event planning, applicable student club processes, email list communications, and purchases.

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.

Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits , take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays , and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.

Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access , and much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page .

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!

Location

Doha, Qatar

Job Function

Student Programs

Position Type

Staff – Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

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