Academic Administrator - Arabic-English Bilingual (Long-Term Project) – Abu Dhabi
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An Arabic-English bilingual Academic Administrator is needed for a long term two and a half year project in Abu Dhabi with Eton Institute, to manage daily academic and administrative documentation, the attendance process, placement and assessment records, and the translation of weekly reports from English to Arabic with high accuracy. The role requires native or fluent Arabic with excellent English, a teaching or academic background, proven administrative experience in education, superb organizational and documentation skills, and strong MS Office and document management proficiency. Applicants must reside in the UAE or be willing to relocate, and understand that final employment is subject to security clearance and visa provisions. To apply, tailor your resume and a concise cover letter to demonstrate reliability, client coordination, confidentiality, and a proven track record in attendance management, reporting, and translation.
Location
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Employment Type
Long-Term Project
We are currently seeking a highly organized, professional, and committed Arabic-English Bilingual Academic Administrator to join a prestigious long-term training project based in Abu Dhabi .
This role is ideal for candidates with a strong administrative background and previous teaching or academic experience who are passionate about supporting educational operations in a structured and professional environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage all daily academic and administrative documentation.
- Manage the daily / weekly attendance process by preparing, distributing, collecting, maintaining, and submitting accurate attendance records for 04 classes in accordance with project procedures and reporting requirements.
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Compile and maintain records for:
- Placement Test results
- Bi-weekly assessment results
- End-of-level examination reports
- Translate weekly reports, lesson plans, and other academic documents from English into Arabic with a high level of accuracy.
- Report any incidents, operational issues, or concerns occurring during training sessions.
- Complete and maintain all required documentation using company-provided templates and forms.
- Liaise professionally with trainers, management, and the client to ensure the smooth daily operation of the project.
- Ensure all records are maintained accurately, confidentially, and submitted within required deadlines.
Requirements
- Native or fluent Arabic speaker with excellent spoken and written English .
- Teaching or academic background is mandatory.
- Proven experience in administration, preferably within an educational, training, or academic environment.
- Excellent organizational, administrative, and documentation skills.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and document management.
- High attention to detail and ability to work accurately under deadlines.
- Professional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Highly dependable, punctual, and committed to a long-term assignment.
Work Schedule
Summer Schedule
- Monday to Thursday: 6:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
- Friday: 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Other Seasons
- Monday to Thursday: 7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Friday: 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Working hours are subject to client requirements.
Project Details
- Project Duration: 2.5 years
- Location: Abu Dhabi
- Company Visa: Provided
- Medical Insurance: Provided
- Final employment is subject to successful security clearance .
Candidate Location
Applicants must currently be residing in the UAE. Preference will be given to candidates based in Abu Dhabi. Candidates residing elsewhere must be willing to relocate to Abu Dhabi for the duration of the project.
Transportation
Applicants must be able to arrange their own daily transportation to the training location in Abu Dhabi .
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for someone who is exceptionally reliable, highly organized, and genuinely committed to this long-term project. This position requires a proactive individual who takes ownership of their responsibilities, maintains the highest level of professionalism, and can be trusted to support the smooth day-to-day running of an important academic training programme.