Summary
Gulf University is seeking a Director of Administrative Affairs to advise the President and oversee the university’s administrative operations. The role supervises Finance, Human Resources, IT, Facilities and Purchasing, and manages budgets, staff matters, procurement, and campus buildings and spaces. The successful candidate must have a master’s degree recognized by Bahrain’s Ministry of Education and at least three years of relevant experience. The position is full-time and on-site in Bahrain.
The posting
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Introduction: Gulf University is a nationally accredited University which was established by its highness’s the prime minister’s cabinet decree number 1649-03 issued on the 2nd of September 2001. GU aims to establish itself as a distinguished provider of higher education that will appeal to international, Bahraini and GCC students who prefer to be educated in a cultural environment acceptable to parents, students, and labor market alike. At Gulf University we are seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to join our Director of Administrative Affairs at Gulf University
Role Overview
- Introduction: Gulf University is a nationally accredited University which was established by its highness’s the prime minister’s cabinet decree number 1649-03 issued on the 2nd of September 2001. GU aims to establish itself as a distinguished provider of higher education that will appeal to international, Bahraini and GCC students who prefer to be educated in a cultural environment acceptable to parents, students, and labor market alike. At Gulf University we are seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to join our Director of Administrative Affairs at Gulf University
- Department: Human Resources
- Start Date: 2026-09-10
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Work Mode: On Site
- Experience: 3+ Years
Expected Qualifications
- hold a master's degree recognized by the Ministry of Education in Kingdom of Bahrain
Expected Experience
- Minimum 3 Years Experience in same failed
Required Skills
- • commendable organizing
- leadership
- and problem solving skills • excellent written and oral communication skills • technology agility and strong interpersonal competencies • ability to adapt to changes
Roles and Responsibilities
- The DAA shall be responsible for:
- 4.1 providing advice and propose recommendations to the President.
- 4.2 supervising staff administrative activities.
- 4.3 supervising the Finance, Human Resources, IT, and Facilities and Purchasing departments at the university.
- 4.4 facilitating all requirements to accomplish and secure administrative processes.
- 4.5 involvement in the development and implementation of strategic planning and university operational plan.
- 4.6 managing all finances and revenue generations.
- 4.7 managing the buildings, labs, classrooms and any other spaces within the university premises for construction, repair, maintenance, renovation, and remodeling.
- 4.8 managing all purchases including instructional materials, furniture, supplies, hardware, software etc.
- 4.9 managing all staff salaries and benefits including visas, salaries, medical insurance, other benefits, and government personnel regulations.
- 4.10 involvement in the personnel operations, including recruitment, contracting, termination, and induction programs for the administrative staff, and staff disciplinary actions.
- 4.11 submitting an annual report on University’s administrative and financial operations to the President of the University.
- 4.12 performing other duties as assigned by the President of the University
Required Documents
- Application Form.
- Copies of academic qualifications.
- Current Curriculum Vitae.
- Cover letter.
- Three referees' contact information.