Human Resources Coordinator The American University in Dubai invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Human Resources Coordinator. The fundamental responsibility of this position is to facilitate processes of the Office of Human Resources in all operational functions. The Human Resources Coordinator reports directly to the Director of Human Resources. The successful candidate will start immediately. Principal Responsibilities: Facilitate the selection and recruitment process Advertise vacancies in various publications Compose employment contracts / letters Facilitate the orientation of new recruits Provide necessary communication and support to new hires Co-organize the relocation of new faculty / staff Coordinate with the visa officer / Onboarding of New Employees Maintain contact with external organizations Evaluate training needs for staff Develop training courses / outsource training providers Assist faculty and staff with their on-going HR-related concerns / activities Assist in producing reports and publications Coordinate between the Office of HR and other offices within the University Provide all employees with HR support and inform them on the policies and procedures Coordinate Employee Relations and Benefits Maintain employee absence records (vacation, sick days, business, etc.) Handle internal and external reports (KHDA, NAAB, etc. ) Manage the Housing Agreements (Allocation, Lease Renewal, etc.) Handle the Health and Life Insurance Policies (Renewal, Bidding, Comparison of Policies, etc.) General Office Management Provide administrative assistance and support to the Director of Human Resources Maintain office files and filing system Other related duties as assigned Competencies and Skills Used: Excellent written and oral communication skills. Bilingual English / Arabic is preferable Ability to work under pressure handle challenging situations Patience and understanding Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to multitask Strong interpersonal skills Essential Qualifications: Bachelors degree Customer focused, goal-oriented action Team player Previous HR experience Strong professional references Desired Additional Qualifications: Previous HR experience in an educational environment Masters degree