Director of Admission and Registration

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the strategic plan for the Admission and Registration Department
• Oversee undergraduate and postgraduate admission operations
• Direct student registration activities and ensure the integrity of academic records
• Lead the preparation of the academic calendar and oversee course scheduling
• Drive digital transformation by enhancing Student Information Systems (SIS)
• Establish robust data governance and produce institutional reports
• Lead, supervise, and mentor Admission and Registration staff

Requirements

• Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Educational Leadership, Business Administration, Management, or Information Systems
• Minimum 8 years of experience in university admission, registration, or academic administration
• Minimum 5 years in a senior leadership or managerial position
• Experience working within accredited higher education institutions
• Demonstrated experience managing Student Information Systems (e.g., Blackboard, Banner, Ellucian)
• Experience leading digital transformation initiatives
• Experience with academic scheduling, graduation audits, and institutional reporting

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of UAE higher education regulations