Academic Administrator -  Arabic-English Bilingual (Long-Term Project) – Abu Dhabi

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Abu Dhabi, ARE
In-Office
Entry level
Edtech
The Role
Manage academic and administrative documentation, attendance records, assessment results, examinations, translations, incident reporting, and project reporting for four training classes. Liaise with trainers, management, and the client while maintaining accurate, confidential records and meeting deadlines. The role requires fluent Arabic and English, mandatory teaching or academic experience, strong administration and Microsoft Office skills, and reliable on-site support in Abu Dhabi for a 2.5-year project.
Summary Generated by Built In
Location

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Employment Type

Long-Term Project

We are currently seeking a highly organized, professional, and committed Arabic-English Bilingual Academic Administrator to join a prestigious long-term training project based in Abu Dhabi.

This role is ideal for candidates with a strong administrative background and previous teaching or academic experience who are passionate about supporting educational operations in a structured and professional environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage all daily academic and administrative documentation.
  • Manage the daily / weekly attendance process by preparing, distributing, collecting, maintaining, and submitting accurate attendance records for 04 classes in accordance with project procedures and reporting requirements.  
  • Compile and maintain records for:
    • Placement Test results
    • Bi-weekly assessment results
    • End-of-level examination reports
  • Translate weekly reports, lesson plans, and other academic documents from English into Arabic with a high level of accuracy.
  • Report any incidents, operational issues, or concerns occurring during training sessions.
  • Complete and maintain all required documentation using company-provided templates and forms.
  • Liaise professionally with trainers, management, and the client to ensure the smooth daily operation of the project.
  • Ensure all records are maintained accurately, confidentially, and submitted within required deadlines.
Requirements
  • Native or fluent Arabic speaker with excellent spoken and written English.
  • Teaching or academic background is mandatory.
  • Proven experience in administration, preferably within an educational, training, or academic environment.
  • Excellent organizational, administrative, and documentation skills.
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and document management.
  • High attention to detail and ability to work accurately under deadlines.
  • Professional communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Highly dependable, punctual, and committed to a long-term assignment.
Work Schedule

Summer Schedule

  • Monday to Thursday: 6:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
  • Friday: 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

Other Seasons

  • Monday to Thursday: 7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
  • Friday: 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Working hours are subject to client requirements.

Project Details
  • Project Duration: 2.5 years
  • Location: Abu Dhabi
  • Company Visa: Provided
  • Medical Insurance: Provided
  • Final employment is subject to successful security clearance
Candidate Location

Applicants must currently be residing in the UAE. Preference will be given to candidates based in Abu Dhabi. Candidates residing elsewhere must be willing to relocate to Abu Dhabi for the duration of the project.

Transportation

Applicants must be able to arrange their own daily transportation to the training location in Abu Dhabi.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who is exceptionally reliable, highly organized, and genuinely committed to this long-term project. This position requires a proactive individual who takes ownership of their responsibilities, maintains the highest level of professionalism, and can be trusted to support the smooth day-to-day running of an important academic training programme.



Skills Required

  • Native or fluent Arabic speaker with excellent spoken and written English
  • Teaching or academic background
  • Experience in administration, preferably in an educational, training, or academic environment
  • Excellent organizational, administrative, and documentation skills
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, and document management
  • High attention to detail and ability to work accurately under deadlines
  • Professional communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Dependability, punctuality, and commitment to the long-term assignment
  • Currently residing in the UAE
  • Willingness to relocate to Abu Dhabi if residing elsewhere in the UAE
  • Ability to arrange daily transportation to the training location
  • Successful security clearance
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The Company
253 Employees
Year Founded: 2006

What We Do

Eton Institute is a Dubai-based language and professional training provider founded in 2006. It offers more than 160 language courses, exam preparation, teacher training, and corporate language and cultural-development programs through in-person and online formats. Its mission is to empower individuals and teams with communication skills for a culturally connected world, using qualified instructors, accredited curricula, and flexible learning options.

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