head of visiting graduate student programs and special projects social responsibility and community engagement

New York University

<div>Position Summary:
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Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates. In line with UAE regulations, Emirati candidates are encouraged to apply</b></p><p></p><p><br>
New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) seeks to appoint a Head of Visiting Graduate Student Programs and Special Projects reporting to the Director, Global Outreach and Programs.</p><p></p><p><br>
The Head of Graduate Visiting Student Programs and Special Projects leads the design, delivery, and growth of NYU Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s Visiting Graduate Student initiatives, serving as the primary point of coordination for graduate students studying from NYU Tandon and, in the future, other NYU schools. This inaugural role ensures an exceptional academic, cultural, and personal experience that positions NYUAD as a premier global site for graduate education and a key contributor to NYU&rsquo;s mission of global academic excellence, empathy, and belonging.</p><p></p><p><br>
Working collaboratively with colleagues across Abu Dhabi and New York, the Head oversees all aspects of the program &mdash; including onboarding and orientation, advising, housing coordination, health and wellness, career planning, cultural engagement, and program evaluation. The role plays a strategic part in advancing institutional goals of enrollment growth, revenue diversification, and a unified graduate student experience across the NYU network.</p><p></p><p><br>
In parallel, the Head oversees NYUAD&rsquo;s Social Responsibility Adult Education Program, which provides educational and community-building opportunities for over 900 contracted and domestic worker colleagues. Through this portfolio, the role strengthens NYUAD&rsquo;s commitment to inclusive education, ethical employment, and social impact. Together, these responsibilities define a high-profile position that fosters academic distinction, community engagement, and institutional leadership within NYU&rsquo;s global ecosystem.</p><p><br>
</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><p></p><p><i><br>
Head of Graduate Visiting Student Programs</i></p><ul><li>
Leads all aspects of the strategic and operational delivery of NYU Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s Graduate Visiting Student Programs, ensuring an exceptional academic and personal experience for semester and summer students from NYU Tandon and other NYU schools</li><li>
Develops and executes strategies that advance academic excellence, student well-being, and program distinction while fostering innovation in program design, orientation, advising, career development, and community integration</li><li>
Supports enrollment growth and revenue diversification targets. The position also liaises with Tandon Admissions to identify key recruitment and yield strategies, positioning NYUAD as the preferred study away site for graduate students. ensuring a seamless and supportive student experience aligned with NYU&rsquo;s global mission and values</li><li>
Provides overarching leadership and strategic direction for the portfolio of student research programs at NYU Abu Dhabi. Establishes long-term and short-term goals that align with institutional priorities and oversees their effective implementation</li><li>
Designs, evaluates, and optimizes administrative structures, policies, and systems that support a range of high-impact programs, including: establishing research programs and opportunities for graduate students, grants, Summer Research Program, Research Awards, and other research-based experiential learning initiatives</li><li>
Ensure that programs are inclusive, scalable, and responsive to the needs of students and faculty, while advancing NYUAD&rsquo;s reputation as a global research hub</li></ul><p>
 <i>Office of Social Responsibility</i></p><ul><li>
Increases program participation and diversifies course offerings by identifying thematic areas of interest through annual surveys, community input, and data analysis, driving continuous improvement and reinforcing NYUAD&rsquo;s regional leadership in adult education for contracted and domestic worker colleagues</li><li>
Cultivates high-impact partnerships with service vendors, Compliance, and HR, leading onboarding sessions that reinforce NYUAD&rsquo;s Supplier Code of Conduct and promoting ethical employment practices of domestic worker colleagues through faculty and staff orientation programming.</li><li>
Supervises the OSR Instructor, providing strategic direction and oversight for the day-to-day administration of programming, instructional coordination, and community engagement, while ensuring operational excellence</li><li>
Reports regularly to the Director of Global Outreach and Programs on key program metrics, outreach impact, and communication performance, using data to inform strategic decisions and strengthen visibility of NYUAD&rsquo;s social responsibility initiatives across the university and beyond</li></ul><p>
 <i>Graduate Visiting Student Programs &amp; Office of Social Responsibility: Communications and Strategy
</i></p><ul><li>Leads and executes a high-impact social media strategy across TikTok, Instagram, and other platforms platforms</li><li>
Manages a global team of 8&ndash;12 content creators based in New York and Abu Dhabi</li><li>
Develops trend-responsive content and campaigns tailored to prospective graduate visiting students engagement and yield goals</li><li>
Maintains outreach metrics and produces data-driven yield communications and newsletters</li><li>
Regularly audits internal and external communication pages to ensure consistency and alignment.</li><li>
Defines and tracks outreach goals using platform analytics and trend insights</li><li>
Produces and maintains content calendars and metric tools, including Hootsuite</li><li>
Generates and presents quarterly performance reports to leadership</li></ul>
Qualifications:
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Required Education:</b></p><ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree in higher education administration, education, management, or a relevant field</li></ul><p><b>
Required Experience:</b></p><ul><li>
5+ years of overall experience in developing, implementing, and managing study away programs, preferably in comparable positions, with a record of advancement and growth at progressively more responsible levels, preferably in higher education or in an education-related position within an established international organization or governmental body operating in the U.A.E</li><li>
Experience working with institutions of a multi-national, multi-cultural nature</li><li>
Study away experience</li><li>
Proven experience supervising individuals and teams at various levels.</li><li>
Experience in an academic environment, and particularly in student recruitment, advising, support, and retention</li><li>
Strong problem-solving, conflict resolution, analytical, and critical thinking skills gained within a complex, demanding work environment</li><li>
Excellent presentation skills, including the ability to engage extemporaneously with audiences to build relationships and gain trust</li><li>
Ability to use good judgment, discretion, diplomacy, flexibility, and initiative</li><li>
Ability to inspire confidence and build consensus in support of visiting student programs</li><li>
Advanced written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills. Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage complex workloads, and meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail across multiple time zones</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to work proactively and independently, with a solutions-oriented mindset and a strong &ldquo;doer&rdquo; mentality, capable of taking initiative and following through on assignments independently</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to proactively convey ideas clearly and effectively</li><li>
Exceptional interpersonal skills with a high degree of emotional intelligence, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to build trust and communicate effectively with contracted and domestic worker colleagues</li><li>
Advanced knowledge of social media platforms, including TikTok and Instagram, with experience in content creation, trend monitoring, and managing digital engagement strategies across global audiences</li><li>
Graphic design and visual communication skills; Canva and Adobe Creative Suite proficiency to produce high-quality digital and print materials</li><li>
Experience supervising staff or student teams and working collaboratively within dynamic, multicultural teams</li><li>
Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to prepare and interpret reports combining quantitative and qualitative data for program evaluation and decision-making</li><li>
Experience organizing and executing high-profile events and programs, including large-scale community celebrations and annual milestones</li><li>
Ability to manage multiple, concurrent projects and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment</li><li>
High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality when interacting with internal and external stakeholders</li><li>
Willingness and flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends, travel, and support programming across various time zones, as required by the nature of the role</li></ul>
Additional Information:
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About NYUAD</b></p><p></p><p><br>
NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU&rsquo;s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities.</p></div>

Head of Visiting Graduate Student Programs and Special Projects - Social Responsibility and Community Engagement

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div>New York University: NYU - Global: Abu Dhabi: AD_Academic Programs
</div></div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Location
</b></h3><div>Abu Dhabi
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Open Date
</b></h3><div>Dec 03, 2025
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Deadline
</b></h3><div>Feb 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
</div></div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description
</b></h3><div><div><p>The Office of Social Responsibility (OSR) is inviting applications for an educational specialist position to support our Adult Education Program. NYUAD&rsquo;s Office of Social Responsibility offers a comprehensive program of educational opportunities that have met the expressed educational and social needs of contracted staff employed by NYUAD and domestic workers employed by NYUAD community members. The educational specialist role supports NYU Abu Dhabi's educational mission by assessing, developing, and implementing our array of adult education programming.<br>
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<b>Job Summary</b><br>
The educational specialist role will be responsible for all instructional and academic administrative support for our program&rsquo;s robust course offerings. This includes maintaining strategic communication to engage and enroll a broad range of NYUAD community members, coordinating and developing educational and social programming, maintaining an inventory of all program students and participants, and identifying and activating resources, both at NYUAD and externally, that are needed to ensure the success of OSR programs.</p><br>
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Principle Responsibilities</b></div>
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<li>Maintain strategic communications to engage and enroll the NYUAD community and stakeholders in OSR educational programs. This includes presenting during shift changes, staff briefings, toolbox talks, quarterly ambassador meetings, and all social media, website, guidebook app, and marketing materials.</li>
<li>Coordinate and develop educational programming in line with the expressed interests of our community, creating a sense of cultural understanding and integration with the UAE and NYUAD communities.</li>
<li>Identify resources, both at NYUAD and externally, needed to ensure the success of NYUAD&rsquo;s adult education program. This includes the teaching of courses, organizing events, and building community.</li>
<li>Maintain an inventory of all participants participating in educational programming offered by the Office of Social Responsibility.</li>
<li>Maintain strategic metrics of strategic planning and metrics of success for OSR programming.</li>
<li>Update and implement an annual community survey for all constituencies supported by OSR and create a report to share with NYUAD leadership.</li>
<li>Supervise student assistants and programmatic instructors.</li>
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<div><b>About NYU Abu Dhabi</b><br>
https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/
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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&rsquo;s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi&rsquo;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.<br>
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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.<br>
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Students are drawn from among the world&rsquo;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.<br>
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<b>Working for NYUAD</b><br>
At NYUAD, we recognize that Abu Dhabi is more than where you work; it&rsquo;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. res at one or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six continents.</div></div>
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</div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications
</b></h3><div><div><p>We require applicants to have a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Social Research and Public Policy, Psychology, Literature, and Creative Writing or related fields to apply. The ideal candidate will possess a deep passion for both social responsibility and adult learning, demonstrated through relevant academic qualifications and/or professional experience in education, community development, or related fields. Individuals with a higher degree interested in working in this academic support role will also be considered. An ideal applicant would be an excellent oral and written English communicator with a proven track record of designing and delivering engaging educational programs tailored to adult learners, with a keen understanding of effective instructional methodologies and best practices in adult education. Additionally, the candidate should exhibit strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and cultural competence, enabling them to effectively engage with diverse learner populations and foster a supportive learning environment.</p></div>
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</div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Application Instructions
</b></h3><div><div><p>Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references.
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If you have any questions, please e-mail nyuad.academicrecruitment@nyu.edu.<br>
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Salaries are competitive with a generous benefits package that includes housing allowance, health insurance, transportation allowance, and home leave travel allowance. Appointments are for up to three years with the opportunity to renew subject to performance reviews, staff planning, and budget approvals. For more details on the NYUAD Office of Social Responsibility, please visit https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/social-responsibility/overview.html<br>
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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.<br>
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Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates. In line with UAE regulations, Emirati candidates are encouraged to apply.</p>
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Join NYU Abu Dhabi, an exceptional place for exceptional people.</b><br>
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NYUAD values belonging and respect; such principles are fundamental to the university&rsquo;s commitment to excellence. NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to our vibrant, multidisciplinary research and teaching community. Multidisciplinary research and exceptional teaching in a global campus community are hallmarks of the University&rsquo;s mission.</div><br>
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</div></div></div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Application Process
</b></h3><div>This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.</div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Assistant Educational Specialist - Office of Social Responsibility (Open Rank)

Shaikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Bangladesh Islmia School

<p><b>Social Worker (Full-Time) -</b> <b>SKBZ Bangladesh Islamia School, Abu Dhabi</b>,<b>UAE</b></p><p>We are looking for a compassionate and proactive <b>Social Worker</b> to join our school team in the UAE and support students&rsquo; well-being, safety, and overall development.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities: Student Support &amp; Counseling</b></p><ul><li>Identify students facing emotional, behavioral, social, or family-related challenges.</li><li>Provide individual and group counseling sessions.</li><li>Develop support plans and monitor student progress in coordination with teachers.</li><li>Maintain confidential student welfare records and case files.</li></ul><p><b>Child Protection &amp; Safeguarding</b></p><ul><li>Act as a focal point for child protection and safeguarding concerns.</li><li>Handle cases related to bullying, neglect, abuse, or risk situations following UAE regulations and school policy.</li><li>Refer students to external specialists or agencies when needed and follow up regularly.</li></ul><p><b>Family &amp; Community Engagement</b></p><ul><li>Work closely with parents/guardians to support student welfare.</li><li>Conduct parent meetings and home visits when approved by school leadership.</li><li>Connect families with community resources or support services.</li></ul><p><b>School Environment &amp; Programs</b></p><ul><li>Support inclusive education and positive behavior initiatives.</li><li>Lead awareness sessions on well-being, child rights, life skills, safety, and mental health.</li><li>Participate in school events, trips, and extracurricular welfare activities.</li></ul><p><b>Professional Conduct</b></p><ul><li>Follow school policies, ethics, and confidentiality standards.</li><li>Attend training, workshops, and professional development activities.</li><li>Collaborate effectively with school staff and leadership.</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications &amp; Requirements</b></p><ul><li><b>Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s in Social Work (BSW/MSW)</b> or related field</li><li>School/child protection or counseling certification is preferred.</li><li>Prior experience working with children in a school/NGO/community setting is an advantage.</li><li>Strong communication, empathy, patience, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Ability to work in a team and manage sensitive cases professionally.</li><li>All educational certificates must be <b>attested as per UAE requirements</b>.</li></ul><p><b>How to Apply:</b><br/>Please submit your application and CV/resume, highlighting relevant experience and qualifications for the Social Worker role.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: AED2,200.00 - AED2,500.00 per month</p>

Social Worker

Ryan Group

<p>Ryan International School is currently seeking outstanding Head of Inclusion department in Abu Dhabi - Immediate joining</p><p><b>Role: </b>Senior Leader with responsibility for the provision and monitoring of education for students with additional learning needs.</p><p>B.Ed. in Special Education, M.Ed. in Special Education</p><p>Distance or open university degrees are not accepted.</p><p>At least 3 years UAE based Head of Inclusion experience working within the framework of CBSE curriculum is mandatory.</p><p>Certificates need to be attested. Equivalency of certificates is a must.</p><p>The candidate should have License from the Social Service department</p><p>Female Candidates on valid resident visa preferred.</p><p>Additional Requirements:</p><p>Excellent command over English.</p><p>Excellent IT and interpersonal communication skills to work closely with students and parents</p><p>Provide regular updates on pupil progress through written reports and meetings with parents</p><p>Support teachers to develop schemes of work and learning programmes for pupils with SEN</p><p>Need to have thorough knowledge with national and local policies related to SEN and cascade information to colleagues.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: AED4,500.00 - AED5,000.00 per month</p>

Head Of Inclusion

AL AIN UNIVERSITY

<div><div>Reference Number: 391 Abu Dhabi
</div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job title:</b><b> Assistant/Associate Professor in Special Education</b></h5>
<h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualification:</b><b> PhD in Special Education or a closely related field</b></h5><br>
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Job Description:</b></h3>
<ul><li>High efficiency in teaching courses in Special Education (such as assessment and diagnosis, individualized education program [IEP] development, instructional strategies for diverse disabilities, behavior management, inclusion practices, and assistive technologies).</li>
<li>Demonstrated expertise in evidence-based pedagogical approaches for students with various disability categories.</li>
<li>Ability to prepare future teachers to design and implement individualized instructional plans and to provide effective interventions across educational settings.</li>
<li>Potential to establish an active research program in Special Education involving student participation, focused on current issues such as inclusion, assistive technology, intervention effectiveness, and family&ndash;school partnerships.</li>
<li>Knowledge of contemporary teaching practices and E-learning strategies in the field of Special Education.</li>
<li>Willingness to contribute to the academic development of the program through curriculum enhancement and innovative instructional methods.</li>
<li>Willingness to contribute effectively to college and university initiatives, and to propose constructive projects related to Special Education and community engagement.</li>
<li>Encourage students to consider their future careers in the local, regional, and international context and ensure they are equipped to meet professional demands in Special Education.</li>
<li>Expertise in curriculum development, academic advising, organization of conferences, seminars, workshops, and community-oriented activities, as well as in building partnerships with local educational and rehabilitation institutions.</li>
<li>Ability to provide service to the college and university, to participate in the development, evaluation, and review of the college curriculum, and to participate in research and scholarly activities.</li>
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<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>General Conditions:</b></h3>
<ul><li>A proven track record of teaching excellence at the university level, with at least 2-5 years of university teaching experience and 5 years of professional experience in Special Education or related fields.</li>
<li>Research published in international scientific journals indexed in Scopus.</li>
<li>Dedication to renewing, developing, and proposing curricula that reflect current best practices in Special Education.</li>
<li>Extensive experience working with individuals with special needs and teaching Special Education courses is expected.</li>
<li>Willingness to provide all necessary and required services to the university and college.</li></ul></div><div></div>

Assistant/Associate Professor in Special Education

OliOli Children's Museum

<div><p><b>Position:</b> Brand Manager</p><p><b>
Location: </b>Abu Dhabi, UAE</p><p><b>
Employment Type: </b>Full-time</p><p><b>
FOUNDERS BACKGROUND
</b></p><p>We are young parents who have been blessed to follow our dream. Our dream is for children to be happier, more creative, more imaginative, more informed, inspired, aware, balanced and amazed. We aim to see joy on the faces of children.
</p><p><b>ORGANIZATIONAL DESCRIPTION
</b></p><p>OliOli&reg; was our first pioneering project - a childrens museum that redefined play and learning by creating immersive galleries for open-ended exploration.
</p><p>Building on this foundation, we are now bringing Hoppi&reg;a new play destination for familiescoming soon to a new mall in Abu Dhabi.
</p><p>Hoppi&reg; is designed especially for children aged 28, combining active physical play experiences with engaging, hands-on exhibit zones. It is a space where children can play, imagine, and explore, while parents enjoy a safe, enriching, and welcoming environment.
</p><p>Hoppi&reg; aims to be a beloved family destination in Abu Dhabi, adding joy, creativity, and playfulness to the lives of families.</p><p><b>
POSITION OVERVIEW</b></p><p>
The Brand Manager will play a key role in supporting Hoppi&reg;s success through the effective implementation of marketing and communication strategies that drive visitation, engagement, and brand awareness.</p><p>
Reporting to the Head of Marketing and the Venue Manager, this role is responsible for ensuring that Hoppi&reg;s marketing plans are executed with excellence, consistency, and creativity across all touchpoints from digital platforms to in-venue activations.</p><p>
The Brand Manager will collaborate closely with the central marketing team and the Abu Dhabi venue team to ensure Hoppi&reg; delivers joyful, memorable, and meaningful experiences for children and families.</p><p><b>
KEY DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES</b></p><p><b>
Marketing Strategy, Content &amp; Execution</b></p><ul>
<li>Implement Hoppi&reg;s marketing plans in alignment with the central brand/marketing team.</li>
<li>Take a hands-on role in <b>content creation</b> capturing and editing photos and videos that authentically represent Hoppi&reg;s joyful experiences.</li>
<li><b>Adapt and design</b> marketing and communication materials using tools like <b>Canva</b>, ensuring adherence to brand guidelines.</li>
<li>Support the Venue Manager in achieving visitation and commercial targets by driving awareness, ticket sales, and repeat visits.</li>
<li>Track and report marketing performance metrics, ensuring campaigns are results-driven and aligned with business goals.</li>
<li>Ensure consistent, timely, and high-quality execution of marketing initiatives across all touchpoints (digital, print, in-venue).</li>
<li>Collaborate closely with the central marketing team to align messaging, storytelling, and visual identity.</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Digital, PR &amp; Communications</b></h4><ul><li>
Take full responsibility for <b>managing Hoppi&reg;s digital presence</b> including social media content planning, community management, and engagement.</li><li>
Develop and publish compelling, family-oriented social content that drives awareness and connection with the Hoppi&reg; brand.</li><li>
Coordinate with the digital ads agency for <b>paid advertising</b>, ensuring campaigns align with brand tone and objectives.</li><li>
Maintain and update Hoppi&reg;s website and online platforms with accurate, engaging, and current information.</li><li>
Manage influencer collaborations, PR outreach, and media coverage to build awareness and excitement around Hoppi&reg;.</li><li>
Monitor online reviews and social feedback, responding promptly and thoughtfully to reinforce Hoppi&reg;s guest-first approach.</li></ul><div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Community Engagement &amp; Partnerships</b></h4></div><ul><li>
Build and maintain relationships with <b>local community groups, family-oriented organizations, and mall partners</b> to enhance Hoppi&reg;s visibility.</li><li>
Collaborate with mall marketing teams to co-create impactful mall-wide promotions and activations.</li></ul><div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Brand Management</b></h4></div><ul><li>
Be the <b>brand guardian</b> for Hoppi&reg;, ensuring visual and tonal consistency across all materials and guest touchpoints.</li><li>
Support the creative and guest engagement teams with marketing assets and storytelling for new programs and events.</li><li>
Collect and analyze guest feedback, market trends, and competitor insights to inform future activities and improve performance.</li><li>
Prepare post-activation reports and debriefs with learnings and recommendations.</li></ul><div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Cross-functional Collaboration</b></h4></div><ul><li>
Work closely with the <b>Venue Manager</b> to synchronize marketing efforts with daily operations and guest experience.</li><li>
Maintain open and effective communication with the <b>central marketing team</b> for approvals, guidance, and performance reporting.</li><li>
Support monthly venue reports with marketing highlights, data, and insights.</li></ul><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
QUALIFICATIONS</b></h3></div><ul><li>
Bachelors Degree in <b>Marketing</b>, <b>Communications</b>, or a related field.</li><li>
Minimum <b>35 years</b> of marketing experience, preferably within family entertainment, retail, hospitality, or experiential brands.</li><li>
Proven ability to <b>create photo/video content</b> and adapt designs using <b>Canva</b> (or similar).</li><li>
Strong understanding of <b>digital marketing</b>, <b>social media management</b>, and <b>community engagement</b>.</li><li>
Excellent project management and organizational skills.</li><li>
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; Adobe Illustrator or video editing skills are a plus.</li><li>
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in <b>English</b>; <b>Arabic is a highly desirable PLUS</b>.</li><li>
Experience working in a <b>diverse, multicultural environment</b>.</li></ul><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
WHY JOIN HOPPI&reg;</b></h3></div><ul><li>
Be part of the <b>launch team</b> bringing a joyful new family destination to life in Abu Dhabi; a <b>great and exciting opportunity for growth</b>!</li><li>
Take ownership of the <b>Hoppi&reg; brand launch</b>, helping shape its voice, identity, and community presence from day one.</li><li>
Collaborate with a passionate, multicultural team driven by creativity, purpose, and the power of play.</li><li>
Contribute to a pioneering project dedicated to spreading joy, imagination, and meaningful family experiences.</li></ul></div>

[Hoppi®] Brand Manager

<div>Position Summary:
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Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates. In line with UAE regulations, Emirati candidates are encouraged to apply.</b></div><div></div><div><br>
New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) seeks to appoint a Associate Director, Executive MBA Programs reporting to Executive Director, Student Experience and Advising.</div><div></div><div><br>
The Associate Director will serve as the primary point of contact as account/relationship manager for the Stern at NYUAD Executive MBA program. Collaborate with department leadership to ensure smooth delivery of the EMBA program held at Stern at NYUAD and locations off-site. Plan, staff, and manage the logistics and operations of multiple program days, plus special events.</div><div></div><div><br>
The Associate Director will manage the development and implementation of the Stern at NYUAD EMBA program. They will be the point person on the Programs, Advising and Student Experience (PASE) for EMBA-related matters and queries. The Associate Director will work closely with colleagues across Stern at NYUAD, NYUAD, and NYU Stern in NY to provide comprehensive support for the EMBA program and students.</div><div></div><div><br>
The Associate Director will ensure the successful delivery of EMBA including monthly class days and One-week residencies. The Associate Director will oversee the entire residency process and design to tailor the content of the tours to the Stern at NYUAD EMBA audience, including activities that involve senior government figures, business leaders, educators, and nonprofit professionals. In collaboration with PASE, the Stern at NYUAD Career Management Center, Dean&rsquo;s Office, NYU Alumni Office, and colleagues on other NYU campuses, identify and cultivate relationships with companies and business leaders abroad to engage them for the program. The Associate Director will have responsibility for the Abu Dhabi class days and residencies, ranging from: maintaining and establishing program policies, booking contracts for hotel residencies, and working with the PASE team to provide operations and logistics for classrooms, bookstore relationships, and student support. Serve as a key point person for EMBA activities for students and faculty.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Job Responsibilities:</b></div><ul><li>
Serve as the primary point of contact as account/relationship manager for the Executive MBA program</li><li>
Collaborate with department leadership to ensure smooth delivery of the EMBA program held at NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York and other NYU sites</li><li>
With PASE team support, plan, staff, and manage the logistics and operations of multiple program days, residencies, plus special events</li><li>
Manage and advise students on EMBA academic program policies and procedures (e.g. course requirements, specializations, leaves of absence, etc.)</li><li>
Serve as the main contact to the students, student sponsors/employers and administration interacting with participants to provide the highest level of customer service for student service related issues and sensitive matters</li><li>
Partner with PASE colleagues to deliver successful programming and provide administrative support on class days (e.g. classrooms, catering, AV/IT, materials, and special event planning)</li><li>
Represent EMBA student needs in conversations with NYUAD Student Finance and NYU Stern Bursar, the NYUAD Health Center, NYUAD Campus Safety, NYUAD Immigration, and others</li><li>
Manage EMBA student employees. Draft and manage communications processes to the EMBA student population<br>
Advise and counsel students on elective course selection and registration</li><li>
In coordination with the Associate Director of Programs and Advising, plan and manage the registration and elective choice process for admitted students</li><li>
Edit and produce multiple documents used by students in EMBA core/elective course registration</li><li>
Monitor drop out and admittance rates; conduct analyses and produce regular reports on rates for Stern at NYUAD leadership that support strategic goals.</li><li>
Plan and manage the specialization process for the EMBA program, including consulting students on specialization requirements and working with academic advisors on course specialization approvals<br>
Liaise with the Vice Dean, Executive Director of Student Experience and Advising, and Associate Director of Academic Planning and Advising in the areas of academic planning and program development for EMBA related initiatives</li><li>
Co-create and implement academic curriculum and program delivery for EMBA programs ((incl. Accreditation, academic policies, syllabi review, bulletin, course evaluations)</li><li>
Establish strategic relationships with faculty</li><li>
Create customized support frameworks for the weekend and global residency structure, anticipate challenges through needs assessments, and serve as the primary faculty-administration liaison</li><li>
Serve as primary spokesperson for students to the Vice Dean, Executive Director, and Stern at NYUAD units such as the Dean&rsquo;s Office, Career Management Center, Admissions, and Alumni Affairs</li><li>
Establish strategic relationships with faculty<br>
Lead the coordination and communication with EMBA students re: on-boarding to the program, course schedule, housing/accommodations, bursar and billing, immigration and visas, health/safety concerns, dietary requirements, and, for the residencies, applications, passport renewals, costs, flights and room accommodations</li><li>
Work closely with relevant members of the PASE team and other NYUAD offices on the logistics of the on-boarding process</li><li>
Create and update content for the Stern at NYUAD EMBA student portal/EMBA Hub and Stern at NYUAD public website<br>
Prior to an international residency, communicate with students about all travel logistics and requirements</li><li>
Register students with the relevant government agencies and NYU Traveler database</li><li>
Manage all aspects of the residency while abroad (speakers, site visit logistics, program orientation, etc.) Keep track of student attendance at classes and meetings abroad, and report problems to faculty as needed<br>
Additional Programs, Advising and Student Experience duties as required</li></ul>
Qualifications:
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Required Education:</b></div><ul><li>
Bachelor's Degree in related field</li></ul><div><b>
Required Experience:</b></div><ul><li>
5+ years relevant experience or equivalent combination. Must include experience developing and implementing programs, overseeing student services, or related professional services experience</li><li>
Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills</li><li>
Demonstrated event and program management and execution</li><li>
Great attention to detail and project management</li><li>
Demonstrated writing ability</li><li>
Proficiency using word-processing, database and spreadsheet software</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to to manage relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including senior-level executives, alumni, deans, faculty, onsite administrators, and Stern, NYU and NYUAD colleagues based in different NYU campuses and global sites</li></ul><div><b>
Preferred Education:</b></div><ul><li>
Master's Degree</li></ul><div><b>
Preferred Experience:</b></div><ul><li>
7+ years Experience in an academic and/or international environment. Prior work with MBA and/or Executive MBA programs</li><li>
Knowledge of program and event coordination, and curriculum development</li><li>
Must be well versed in quality data collection to ensure adequacy, accuracy and legitimacy of data in NYU and NYUAD systems and be able to strictly follow data privacy and security procedures for data handling and analysis to ensure adherence to legal and institutional standards</li></ul>
Additional Information:
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NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU&rsquo;s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities.</div></div>

Associate Director, Executive MBA Programs - Stern@NYUAD

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