Summary
Al Ain University is seeking an International Relations Officer for its Quality Assurance & Institutional Research Center at the Al Ain Campus. The role manages international agreements and partnerships, coordinates exchanges, joint academic activities, delegations and events, and monitors internationalization indicators. It also supports international rankings and ensures cooperation activities comply with UAE higher education regulations and University policies. Applicants should have a relevant bachelor's degree, 3 to 5 years of related experience, excellent written and spoken English, and strong negotiation, coordination and protocol skills; a master's degree is an advantage.
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Title : International Relations Officer
Location: : Al Ain Campus
Department : Quality Assurance & Institutional Research Center
Qualifications : Bachelor's degree in International Relations, Higher Education Management, or a related field; a Master's degree is an advantage.
Job Description:
- Develop, negotiate, and maintain international MoUs and agreements, ensuring proper documentation, follow-up, and timely renewal.
- Translate agreements into measurable activities, including student and staff exchanges, joint research, joint or dual academic programs, and visiting scholars.
- Coordinate international delegations, institutional visits, and events, and represent the University at international conferences, fairs, and networks.
- Monitor internationalization indicators, including international students and staff, academic mobility, and research co-authorship.
- Coordinate with the Rankings Specialist and relevant departments to provide data and reports supporting international rankings and institutional performance.
- Ensure compliance with applicable UAE higher education regulations and University policies relating to international cooperation.
- Maintain effective relationships with international partners and perform other related duties as assigned.
General Conditions:
- Three to five years of relevant experience in university international relations, partnerships, or academic cooperation, with demonstrated results in implementing international collaborations.
- Excellent written and spoken English.
- Knowledge of UAE higher education regulations relating to international cooperation and academic mobility.
- Strong negotiation, communication, coordination, and protocol skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and report preparation.
- Willingness to travel internationally when required.