Leadership and Public Speaking Course Specialist and Alumni Affairs Coordinator

NYU Abu Dhabi Community Programs oversee multiple initiatives, including the Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Community Programs, which consist of the Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Scholars Program and the NYU Abu Dhabi Summer Academy. In addition, NYU Abu Dhabi Community Programs administer the Arab Film Studio Young Filmmakers Workshop and the NYU Abu Dhabi PhD Pathways Program.

The Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Scholars Program offers a select cohort of talented university students access to specially designed courses, lectures, leadership experiences, networking, and graduate school counseling. We admit scholars from among the most outstanding students at the three federal UAE universities: Higher Colleges of Technology, the United Arab Emirates University, and Zayed University. The Scholars Program has been developed in close consultation with His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Her Highness Sheikha Mariam bint Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE federal universities, and New York University Abu Dhabi.

The NYU Abu Dhabi Summer Academy is an 18-month university preparation program designed to enhance the academic profiles of highly motivated Emirati high school students. The program features intensive instruction in Leadership and Public Speaking, Critical Thinking and Writing, Mathematical Reasoning for the Sciences, College Readiness and Success, and IELTS Preparation over the course of two summers and an intervening academic year.

The Arab Film Studio Young Filmmakers Workshop, a collaboration between Image Nation Abu Dhabi and NYU Abu Dhabi, is a three-week program for Emirati high school students that enables and enhances filmmaking skills. Participants from across the UAE are exposed to the teachings and experience of leading industry professionals. From screenwriting, and directing to camera and post-production, the three weeks come to a close with a screening of a collection of short films that are written and directed by the participants.

The NYUAD PhD Pathways Program, is a first of its kind in the UAE, NYUAD’s PhD Pathways Program aims to address the challenge of underrepresentation of Emirati PhDs and professors in higher education, through enhanced and early access to research experience, mentorship, skill acquisition, exploration of research careers, and graduate school preparation.

Principal Responsibilities

The Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Scholars Program (SMSP)

• Serve as a Public Speaking and Public Presentation instructor or Teaching Assistant as required
• Lead the coordination and organization of guest speakers, leadership activities, and workshops. This includes inviting distinguished leaders or speakers, arranging their visits, and planning engaging leadership activities to enhance the learning experience for the scholars during experiential learning weekends or as required, according to the SMSP academic calendar.
• Work on the existing curriculum, assess its effectiveness, and refine it as necessary to ensure alignment with program objectives. Actively contribute to the ongoing development of innovative instructional materials and strategies aimed at enhancing leadership, public speaking, and public presentation skills among students
• Support recruitment and student selection of the next SMSP cohort
• Assist with and actively participate in programming for the international trip, including but not limited to supervising students during travel
• Support the success of SMSP alumni at NYUAD

The NYU Abu Dhabi Summer Academy (SA)

• Serve as a Leadership and Public Speaking (LPS) instructor
• Lead the coordination and organization of guest speakers, leadership activities, and workshops. This includes inviting distinguished leaders, arranging their visits, and planning engaging leadership activities to enhance the learning experience
• Lead and Collaborate closely with other Summer Academy instructors to ensure seamless delivery of the LPS curriculum, fostering a cohesive learning experience for students. This involves coordinating lesson plans, sharing resources, and exchanging best practices to maintain consistency and coherence across instructional sessions. Additionally, engage in regular communication and collaboration meetings to address any challenges, adapt teaching strategies as needed, and enhance the overall effectiveness of the curriculum delivery
• Assist in supervising students during co-curricular activities and trips
• Work on the existing curriculum, assess its effectiveness, and refine it as necessary to ensure alignment with program objectives. Actively contribute to the ongoing development of innovative instructional materials and strategies aimed at enhancing leadership and public speaking skills among students
• Support recruitment and student selection for the next SA cohort
• Support the success of SA alumni at NYUAD

The NYUAD PhD Pathways Program

• Serve as Public Speaking instructor and mentor in assigned sessions
• Support the programing and operations of the program
• Support recruitment and student selection for the next cohort
• Support the success of the program’s alumni

The Arab Film Studio Young Filmmakers Workshop (YFMW)

• Support recruitment and selection of the next YFMW cohort

General Operations of the Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Community Programs

• Lead the completion of the Annual Performance Review (APR). This includes assigning tasks to team members, arranging meetings to follow up on progress, and gathering the required data to ensure timely and accurate reporting
• Provide operational support for SMSP, SA, and YFMW selection processes
• Foster collaborative opportunities and build connections with other programs and departments within the university, including but not limited to the Academic Enrichment Program (AEP), academic resource centers, and PhD Pathways. Actively engage in interdisciplinary initiatives to enhance the educational experience and support student success
• Collaborate with the Emirati PhD Pathways program by engaging with students and offering leadership, public speaking, and presentation workshops as needed
• Other duties as assigned by the Senior Director

General Student Counseling and Graduate School Advising

• Support the lead instructor in student counseling by identifying opportunities, scholarships, and awards for undergraduate and postgraduate degrees to be offered to scholars and students
• Lead advising and preparation of students and alumni from the SMSP and SA programs for university and graduate school applications, including interview coaching and meeting presentation requirements
• Support fellow team members in the planning and execution of student counseling and graduate school advising processes
• Advise current SMSP and SA students and alumni of both programs on college/graduate school applications

Alumni Affairs

• Lead the update of the programs Alumni dashboards with the support of other Instructors, managers, and coordinators
• Build and maintain strong relationships with alumni through regular communication, planning events, and initiatives
• Develop engaging content for the alumni newsletter, ensuring it highlights the programs and university updates, alumni achievements, upcoming events, and opportunities for alumni involvement
• Develop and create content for alumni, featuring their achievements and other highlights to be showcased on the department's social media platforms
• Manage newsletters, emails, and social media to keep alumni informed and engaged, including managing an Alumni LinkedIn
• Facilitate alumni networking and create mentorship opportunities that connect alumni with current scholars and students, fostering professional development and guidance

About NYU Abu Dhabi
https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/
NYU Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities in the world, making NYU Abu Dhabi the highest-ranked university in the UAE and MENA region. NYU Abu Dhabi has integrated a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across the disciplines with a world center for advanced research and scholarship. The university enables its students in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts to succeed in an increasingly interdependent world and advance cooperation and progress on humanity’s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi’s high-achieving students have come from over 120 countries and speak over 100 languages. Together, NYU's campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global university, giving faculty and students opportunities to experience varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six continents.

NYUAD is committed to upholding a culture of non-discrimination, anti-harassment, dignity, and mutual respect; providing equal access and opportunity; and fostering academic excellence in learning, research, and teaching.

Students are drawn from among the world’s best. They are bright, intellectually passionate, and committed to building a campus environment anchored in mutual respect, understanding, and care. The NYUAD undergraduate student body has garnered an impressive record of scholarships, graduate-school admissions, and other global honors. Graduate education is an area of growth for the University; the current graduate student population of over 100 students is expected to expand in the next decade as doctoral programs are developed.

Working for NYUAD
At NYUAD, we recognize that Abu Dhabi is more than where you work; it’s your home. In order for faculty/academic staff to thrive, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. This starts with a generous relocation allowance; educational assistance for your dependents; access to health and wellness services; and more. NYUAD is committed to faculty/academic staff success throughout the academic trajectory, providing support for ambitious and world-class research projects and innovative, interactive teaching approaches. Support for dual-career families is a priority. Visit our website for more information on benefits for you and your dependents.

Required Education, Certifications, Licensing, or Training

• Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Education, Public Relations, Psychology or other related educational field
• Public Speaking Certification: Certifications from programs such as but not limited to Toastmasters International (e.g., Competent Communicator or Distinguished Toastmaster) and Dale Carnegie
• Leadership Development Certification: Leadership-focused certifications, such as but not limited to those from the John Maxwell Team or the Center for Creative Leadership CCL
• Certificates of training in communication and leadership from a recognized international university

Preferred Education, Certifications, Licensing, or Training

• Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Communication, Education, Public Relations, or a related subject.
• Certificates of training in communication, public speaking, and leadership training from a recognized.

Required Work and Related Experience

• Experience teaching public speaking, communication, leadership, or related courses at a university level.
• Experience teaching a related course at the high School or university level.
• Demonstrated experience in delivering leadership development programs or training in an Academic or Professional setting.
• The ability to demonstrate effective public speaking techniques and mentor students in the art of communication and presentation.
• Ability to teach leadership principles and practices, including team management, decision-making, and strategic thinking in an Academic or Professional manner.
• Experience in designing and developing course curricula focused on public speaking, leadership, or communication skills.
• Proficiency in various teaching methodologies, such as interactive workshops, experiential learning, and assessments tailored to enhance students’ public speaking and leadership abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to provide feedback in a constructive manner.
• Experience supervising high school and/or university students in a co-curricular setting (i.e. school or after-school program).

Preferred Work and Related Experience

• Demonstrated interest in cross-cultural education and enthusiasm for teaching.
• Familiarity with online and face-to-face instruction.

Applicants must submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae in PDF format. For instructions and information on how to apply, please visit our website at https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/academic-support.html. If you have any questions, please email nyuad.sa.positions@nyu.edu. For more information about the program, please visit: www.nyuad.nyu.edu/summer.academy.

NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to the excellence and vibrancy of our academic community.

Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates. In line with UAE regulations, Emirati candidates are encouraged to apply.

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