1 481 Development Specialist jobs in the United Arab Emirates

• Responsible for developing and executing programs for Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW)
• Manage content and program of ADSW events, ensuring alignment with objectives and standards

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1. Develop and create programs for ADSW including the Summit, Green Hydrogen Summit, and other programming elements
2. Support on content-related activities and liaison with internal and external stakeholders
3. Work with management to develop potential speaker lists and presentation materials
4. Lead relationships with content partners and coordinate with Events & Operations
5. Develop and execute communications plans for ADSW events
6. Ensure high-level speakers are properly briefed in accordance with Masdar standards

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• Bachelor's degree in communications, business, marketing or related field, or higher
• At least 8 years of experience in a similar role involving content management and program development

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• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Excellent computer literacy, with strong background in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Ability to plan and organize work, prioritize tasks and manage time effectively

Masdar is a global clean energy pioneer advancing renewable energy and green hydrogen technologies. As a key enabler of the UAE's vision as a global leader in sustainability and climate action, Masdar has developed projects in over 40 countries across six continents.

Academic Coordinator Role

Description : As a vital member of the academic team, you will drive program excellence, enhance student satisfaction, and shape student success. Your role will be to support faculty with administrative tasks, organize events, update students on key milestones, and monitor progress.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Support day-to-day operations of assigned programs and assist with course coordination.
2. Assist faculty with administrative support, including preparing materials and conducting quality checks.
3. Maintain accurate data and ensure compliance with standards.
4. Help organize meetings and address faculty questions.
5. Coordinate academic-related student events and extracurricular projects.
6. Support initiatives, workshops, guest speakers, and industry events.
7. Track engagement activities and report alumni and industry interactions.
8. Coordinate with teams for Business Challenge sessions and client interactions.
9. Assist with recruitment and scheduling of Course Assistants and facilitators.
10. Support orientation, graduation, student training, and campus events.
11. Monitor student progress and attendance in collaboration with Registry and Deans.
12. Manage communication with students via email, newsletters, and media.
13. Advise students on academic matters and support transitions.
14. Develop presentation materials for prospective and current students.

Accreditation Support :

1. Serve as point of contact with accreditation bodies for program registration, approvals, and licenses.
2. Assist with data collection and project management for accreditation processes.

Additional Responsibilities :

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Occasional weekend and evening hours may be required.
• This position requires on-campus presence at least 4 days a week.

Qualifications and Competencies :

• Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred).
• Experience in academic coordination or similar roles.
• 2-3 years of relevant organizational or logistical experience.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and databases.
• Familiarity with Salesforce and Canvas.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• High attention to detail and strong project management skills.
• Problem-solving skills and proactive attitude.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Experience in administration within an academic environment is a plus.

About Us : We are a triple-accredited US business school with campuses worldwide. We focus on practical, hands-on learning to prepare confident, entrepreneurial graduates.

Equal Opportunities : We welcome applicants regardless of gender, religion, race, or other personal attributes. Accommodation requests for the interview process are supported.

Program Coordinator Role

The Program Coordinator is responsible for supporting the Program Director in planning, coordinating, and executing programs and initiatives. This role ensures program goals are achieved effectively and efficiently by managing staff, overseeing day-to-day operations, and maintaining compliance with organizational standards and policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning, implementing, and monitoring program activities and outcomes
• Support program staff in achieving objectives and ensuring quality service delivery
• Coordinate schedules, resources, and communications across program teams
• Help evaluate program effectiveness and implement improvements
• Assist with data collection, reporting, and grant compliance requirements
• Monitor program finances, expenditures, and financial records in coordination with finance staff
• Represent the program in meetings, events, and community outreach activities
• Support hiring, training, and supervision of program staff or volunteers
• Ensure adherence to internal policies and external regulations
• Serve as the acting Program Director in their absence

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Education, Social Services, or a related field (Master's preferred)
• 35 years of experience in program coordination, administration, or nonprofit management
• Strong leadership, team management, and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Proficiency in project management tools and MS Office Suite
• Experience with budget management and outcome reporting
• Knowledge of applicable regulations, grant management, and compliance requirements

Preferred Attributes:

• Strategic thinker with a solutions-focused mindset
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities
• Commitment to the organization's mission and values
• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and integrity

Our organization seeks a highly skilled Education Program Consultant to join our team. This role will involve working closely with educational institutions across the MENA region and other countries to increase usage of our software within these institutions.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of education and be able to create meaningful collaborations with universities and schools. They should also have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and be able to present in front of a large audience.

• Bachelor degree or higher in a relevant field such as Communication, Education or Marketing
• Self-motivated and independent with the ability to work on outbound projects
• Teaching skills and experience presenting in front of a classroom or workshop
• Creative thinker with innovative ideas and a willingness to go above and beyond

As an Education Program Consultant, you will have the opportunity to work directly with professors and students, creating impactful events and deepening knowledge of our software among students. You will also be responsible for creating and maintaining strong partnerships with universities and schools across the region.

This role requires a high level of Odoo knowledge and proficiency in the Turkish language. A native speaker of Turkish is required. The ideal candidate will also have a genuine interest in different business aspects and strong analytical skills.

Are you a collaborative and dynamic professional seeking to drive the success of an educational program? We are looking for a Program Coordinator to join our team.

The program aims to bridge the gap between academia and business by providing practical, hands-on learning experiences relevant to both students' education and career paths. Our program seamlessly integrates with business-related courses such as accounting, entrepreneurship, and supply chain management, as well as ERP-related classes. Professors and high school teachers can choose from various methods to incorporate the software into their lesson plans, including adopting the Odoo Course or integrating consistent ERP-centered workshops.

As a Program Coordinator, you will be responsible for establishing and maintaining partnerships with educational institutions across the region. Your goal will be to increase the adoption of the Odoo software within these institutions.

You will work closely with professors to identify effective ways to incorporate Odoo into their curricula and provide support through workshops for both professors and students. Your tasks will also include designing impactful events that promote the program and deepen students' understanding of Odoo.

• Establish and maintain partnerships with educational institutions
• Increase the adoption of the Odoo software within these institutions
• Work closely with professors to identify effective ways to incorporate Odoo into their curricula
• Provide support through workshops for both professors and students
• Design impactful events that promote the program and deepen students' understanding of Odoo

• Bachelor's degree or higher (ideally in Communication, Education, or Marketing)
• Self-motivated, self-starter, and independent individual who can effectively reach out to and maintain strong partnerships with universities and schools in the region
• Excellent teaching skills, with experience presenting to large audiences and interacting with classrooms or workshops
• Creative thinker with innovative ideas and a willingness to go above and beyond to enhance the program
• Native Turkish speaker
• High level of Odoo knowledge

• Knowledge of the academic system
• Additional languages
• Genuine interest in various business aspects like accounting, point of sales, spreadsheets, and project management

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to fill the role of Educational Program Specialist . As an integral part of our team, you will be responsible for establishing and maintaining strong relationships with educational institutions across the MENA region and beyond.

The Odoo Education Program aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry by providing schools and universities with a comprehensive ERP software solution. Our program enables professors and students to gain hands-on experience with real-world applications, enhancing their learning outcomes and career prospects.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Creating and executing strategic partnerships with educational institutions to increase adoption of the Odoo software
• Developing and delivering workshops and training sessions for professors and students to ensure effective integration of the software into their curriculum
• Collaborating with our team to design and implement impactful events that promote the program and enhance student knowledge of Odoo

About Us

We are a dynamic organization committed to innovation and excellence. Our team is passionate about making a positive impact in the education sector, and we're looking for like-minded individuals to join us on this journey.

As a Training and Quality Coordinator, you will play a key role in supporting the Learning & Development and Quality teams in delivering engaging training experiences and maintaining exceptional service standards.

You will be responsible for executing training programs, managing quality audits, and ensuring that team members embody the company's commitment to excellence.

• Coordinate logistics for training sessions including room bookings, materials, attendance, and follow-up.

• Maintain training calendars and ensure team members are informed of upcoming sessions.

• Support onboarding programs and assist with new team member orientations.

• Track training attendance, maintain accurate records, and generate reports.

• Assist in preparing presentations, certificates, and training content.

• Help monitor service standards through quality audits and feedback reports.

• Assist in analyzing guest feedback from platforms like TrustYou, ReviewPro, and internal surveys.

• Coordinate with departments to follow up on training and quality improvement plans.

• Support mystery audits and ensure corrective actions are tracked.

• Help update SOPs and service checklists in collaboration with departments.

• 1–2 years of experience in a training, HR, or quality coordination role (hospitality experience preferred).

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially PowerPoint, Excel, Word).

• Positive, service-oriented mindset with a passion for development and excellence.

• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.

We offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Our team is committed to delivering exceptional hospitality experiences, and we are seeking a skilled and dedicated individual to join our team.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to our organization and advance your career in the hospitality industry.

The Odoo Education Program is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to serve as an Education Program Coordinator. This role will be responsible for creating and maintaining collaborations with educational institutions across the MENA region and beyond.

As an Education Program Coordinator, you will work closely with professors to discover the best methods of including Odoo in their curriculum, while also providing strong support in the form of workshops for both professors and students. You will be tasked to create meaningful and impactful events that push our program further and deepen the knowledge of Odoo among students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creating and maintaining collaborations with educational institutions
• Working directly with professors to develop curriculum and provide workshops
• Developing and implementing effective outreach strategies
• Building relationships with key stakeholders

Requirements:

• Bachelor degree or higher in a relevant field (ideally in Communication, Education or Marketing)
• Native Turkish Speaker
• High level of Odoo knowledge
• Strong teaching and presentation skills
• Self-motivated and independent

Nice to Have:

• Knowledge of the academic system
• Additional languages
• Genuine interest in different business aspects like accounting, point of sales, spreadsheets, project management

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Date: 28 Jul 2025

Location:

Sharjah, AE

Country: AE

Supports in the design, delivery and implementation of Organizational Development and HR initiatives across all hubs and subsidiaries to ensure standardization and alignment with business goals. Contributes to policy development, capability building, talent and leadership development, and performance management. Assists in job analysis, career path mapping, and succession planning. Facilitates training initiatives and collaborates with line managers and HR teams to enhance employee experience and organizational effectiveness.

• Works closely with line manager to recommend and facilitate end-to-end structured change management initiatives and strategies to drive standardization and conformity in HR practice across the hubs and subsidiaries in alignment with business goals and industry best practices.
• Support in developing OD frameworks, policies, and tools that support enterprise-wide capability building, leadership & high-potential development, and long-term talent planning.
• Engages with HR team to constantly enhance, develop and enforce HR Policies and procedures across Air Arabia Group and provides guidance and advice to Line Mangers on the same.
• Assists in developing and maintaining HR policies that are consistent, compliant, and responsive to both business needs and employee experience.
• Introduces the “Performance Management System” and the process of assessments as part of the new joiner orientation process.
• Assists in implementing and improving the effectiveness of Performance Management System across all Airline Hubs and analyzing performance related data to ensure conformity and consistency in the evaluation process & promotes a culture of continuous feedback.
• Supports the Hubs in the Performance Management Process when and as required to ensure conformity and consistency in the assessment process.
• Assists in implementing and maintaining the systems and processes for the job creation, job evaluation, organizational structure design and related organizational change.
• Reviews and maintains updated job description library in line with business re-structuring and related changes.
• Partners with Line Managers decide on career path mapping and guide employees and managers to design & review development plans.
• Collaborates with Stakeholders on succession planning and talent development initiatives.
• Designs, develops, delivers specific workshops and training initiatives across the hubs related to Organizational Development and HR general functions as and when required.
• Performs all HR system related activities as required & participate in HR Projects and organization wide projects.

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in HR or Human Sciences/ Management or equivalent from a recognized university
• MBA or Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development (CIPD) qualification or HR Professional qualifications and certificates are an advantage.

• 4+ years' experience as an organizational development specialist handling similar responsibilities, preferably in the aviation or hospitality industry, with overall 8+ years of experience in Human Resources.
• Experience in implementing performance management across all levels & functions of the business and in analyzing performance related data.
• In-depth experience in the various HR functions and their corresponding processes is a pre-requisite.