Administrative Manager - Branch Campus

About the role

MC is seeking a qualified and experienced Administrative Manager to oversee and manage all administrative functions at its branch campus in the UAE. The successful candidate provides high-level administrative leadership, ensures compliance with institutional policies and supports academic and operational excellence in coordination with college leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement administrative procedures and systems in line with the institution's overall policies.
• Supervise and manage administrative staff, define responsibilities, monitor performance and provide guidance and evaluation.
• Oversee personnel matters, including recruitment, onboarding, staff development, performance appraisals and leave management.
• Assist the Dean in strategic planning, policy implementation and the preparation of reports and documentation.
• Coordinate and supervise college events such as conferences, seminars and official meetings.
• Collaborate with the Financial Manager on budget planning and expenditure related to staffing and operations.
• Manage campus facilities, including maintenance, safety, security and space allocation.
• Ensure implementation of institutional policies and contribute to compliance programmes, including ethics training and conflict of interest reporting.
• Represent the administrative function in internal committees and maintain professional relations with all departments.
• Ensure a safe, organised and efficient working environment and undertake other duties assigned by the Dean or Human Resources Department.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field from a recognised university; additional certification or training in administrative management is an advantage.
• Minimum of five years of relevant experience in a comparable administrative role, preferably within a higher education or healthcare institution.

Required skills

• Strong leadership, supervisory and team management capabilities.
• Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural academic environment.
• High level of professionalism, integrity and confidentiality.