University Council Secretary -Office of the President - Abu Dhabi
at Zayed University
Abu Dhabi, أبو ظبي, United Arab Emirates -
Start Date | Expiry Date | Salary | Posted On | Experience | Skills | Telecommute | Sponsor Visa |
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Immediate | 03 Feb, 2025 | Not Specified | 09 Nov, 2024 | N/A | Ministers,Management Skills,Regulations,Arabic,Protocol,English | No | No |
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Description:
THE OPPORTUNITY
The University Secretary (Secretary) is responsible to the University Council, through the Chairman, to ensure effective and efficient operations of the University’s system of governance.
The Secretary supports the Chairman and University Council members in carrying out their responsibilities including the provision of information and advice, as required. The Secretary is the principle source of advice on university governance matters. The Secretary will alert the Chairman if any proposed actions exceed the University Council’s powers or are contrary to the provisions of legislation.
The Secretary works with the Chairman and Vice President to ensure the efficient management of University Council’s business.
The job requires effective organization, management and follow-up of University Council and Cabinet of Ministers relations affairs and development of policies and practices which ensure the University is adherent to government and other regulatory requirements in matters related to the University Council and its functions.
THE REQUIREMENTS
- Must be a UAE National with a minimum of a master’s degree from an accredited institution with 10 years of experience in legal, general audit, risk management and governance function or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Expert level knowledge of institutional governance and legal concepts, practices and procedures in a complex environment are highly desired.
- Good knowledge of the academic industry. Good knowledge of Cabinet of Ministers decisions and any rules and regulations related to the University.
OTHER ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Fluency in written and spoken Arabic & English,
- Ability to travel between Abu Dhabi and Dubai,
- Passion for matters related to institutional governance, audit and risk management.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience working in the academic environment.
- Ability to think strategically.
- Proven ability to listen, advice and counsel at senior levels.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- High degree of attention to detail.
- Good presentation and negotiation skills
- Knowledge of protocol and procedures relating to the University Council.
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Responsibilities:
Under the direction and guidance of the University Council Chairman, the Vice President, and the President, the University Secretary will have the following key accountabilities:
REQUIREMENT SUMMARY
Min:N/AMax:5.0 year(s)
Education Management
HR / Administration / IR
Office Administration
Graduate
Legal general audit risk management and governance function or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Proficient
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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates