Careers and Futures Administrator Dubai, United Arab Emirates Full-time NEW

Dubai College is seeking a proactive Careers and Futures Administrator to support the school’s careers provision with high quality organisation and communication. This full time role focuses on coordinating events, managing partnerships, and keeping students, parents, and staff well informed about future opportunities. If you enjoy planning university fairs, arranging work experience placements, and helping young people take confident steps toward their careers, this position offers a meaningful and varied workload. You will work alongside a dedicated team in one of Dubai’s most respected British curriculum schools, contributing directly to student success beyond the classroom.

School Overview

Dubai College is a leading British curriculum school in the UAE, known for outstanding academic results and a strong focus on preparing students for life after school. The Careers and Futures department supports students from secondary years through to A Levels, offering guidance on university applications, apprenticeships, and career pathways. The school values strong partnerships with employers, universities, and alumni to create real world opportunities for its students.

Key Responsibilities

• Organise careers events including university fairs, guest speaker sessions, and alumni networking evenings. Manage all logistics such as venue booking, catering, invitations, and on the day coordination.
• Support the setup and administration of work experience placements and internship programmes. Liaise with external companies to secure meaningful opportunities and track student participation.
• Maintain accurate databases of university contacts, employer partners, and student career records. Ensure information is up to date and easily accessible for the careers team.
• Prepare and distribute regular communications to students, parents, and staff about upcoming events, deadlines, and opportunities. This includes newsletters, emails, and posts on the school careers portal.
• Assist students with administrative aspects of university applications, scholarship submissions, and summer programme enrolments. Help coordinate mock interviews and CV workshops.
• Gather feedback after events and placements to measure impact and improve future provision. Finally, support the Head of Careers with reports, scheduling, and any other administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications

You need a high school diploma or equivalent; a bachelor degree in business, communications, education, or a related field is an advantage. Previous experience in event coordination, administration, or careers guidance is highly desirable. Strong organisational and time management skills are essential, as is proficiency with Microsoft Office and database systems. You must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with external partners. Attention to detail, discretion with confidential information, and a genuine passion for helping young people succeed are also key.

Benefits and Perks

The monthly salary for this Careers and Futures Administrator role ranges from 8000 to 12000 AED depending on experience and qualifications. You will receive a competitive package including medical insurance and paid annual leave. Additional benefits include working in a world class school environment, access to professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a tangible difference in students’ future pathways. The school offers a supportive, collaborative team culture and values the contribution of its support staff.

How to Apply

Please download the supporting document from the Dubai College vacancies page to learn more about the role, the department, our remuneration package, and the recruitment process. Submit your application including a CV and cover letter through the online portal. Dubai College is committed to safeguarding and promoting child welfare, so successful applicants must undergo child protection screening including police checks from any country of residence in the past five years. This includes Disclosure and Barring checks. If you are ready to help shape the futures of ambitious young people, we invite you to apply and join our community.