Executive Support and Follow-up Officer

About the role

Zayed University is seeking an Executive Support and Follow-up Officer to implement Board and committee support activities. The role covers preparing and maintaining official documentation, ensuring compliance with governance protocols and helping execute board directives in line with the University's strategic objectives, standards, policies and procedures.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the direct supervisor by preparing requested documents.
• Implement the logistics and documentation for 24 annual Board and committee meetings.
• Prepare and maintain meeting materials such as slide decks, pre-read documents, trackers and memos, keeping them accurate, clear and aligned with meeting objectives.
• Amend, update and finalise presentations and documents before each session.
• Follow up on meetings and ensure action items are executed on time.
• Ensure compliance with governance protocols and institutional bylaws.
• Maintain organised, secure and up-to-date digital and physical archives of Board and committee materials for audit readiness.
• Coordinate with departments to gather input and prepare briefing materials for meetings.
• Carry out ad-hoc tasks as required by the direct supervisor.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a relevant field.

What we offer

• Competitive salary free of tax in the UAE.
• Cash housing allowance.
• Annual vacation and airline tickets for the employee and immediate family.
• Educational subsidies for children.
• Healthcare for the employee and sponsored family members.

To apply, complete the online application form and attach a cover letter, a current CV and the names and contact details of three professional references. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.