Dubai Medical University · Careers
Admission Officer
- Category: Admin Staff
- Department: Admissions and Registration
- Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Open: 04 Nov 2026 to 05 Dec 2026
- Job ID: 1D73B0BF
Responsibilities
- Administer the end-to-end admissions process, including receiving applications, verifying documentation, and assessing applicant eligibility against program entry criteria.
- Provide accurate and timely information to prospective students, parents, and school counselors regarding programs, admission requirements, and merit scholorship options.
- Coordinate with academic departments and admissions committees on applicant evaluations and admission decisions.
- Participate in recruitment campaigns, school visits, open days, and career fairs to promote the University’s academic programs and strengthen institutional visibility.
- Maintain detailed and accurate applicant and admissions records in the Student Information System (SIS) to ensure data integrity and compliance with MOHESR and institutional policies.
- Prepare regular reports on inquiries, applications, acceptances, and enrollment trends to support planning and accreditation documentation.
- Collaborate with Marketing, Student Affairs, and Finance teams to ensure a seamless applicant experience from initial inquiry through enrollment.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with external partners, feeder schools, and community organizations to support recruitment goals.
- Handle confidential applicant information responsibly and ensure all communication aligns with institutional values and data protection standards.
- Contribute to continuous improvement in admissions procedures, digital processes, and applicant experience.
Qualifications & experience
- 1. Educational Qualifications
- Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Healthcare Administration, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field from an accredited institution.
Preferred: Master’s Degree or relevant post-graduate certification in Higher Education Management or Admissions.
Bilingual Requirement: Mandatory full professional fluency in both spoken and written English and Arabic.
2. Professional Experience
- Total Experience: Minimum of 2 to 4 years of direct experience in higher education admissions, student recruitment, or academic enrollment management within the UAE.
- Sector Specifics: Prior experience in medical, pharmacy, nursing, or health sciences university admissions (handling CAA/MOHESR accredited programs) is highly preferred.
- Regulatory Familiarity: Deep understanding of UAE Ministry of Education (MOE) High School Equivalence guidelines, national secondary school evaluation criteria, and international curricula evaluation (e.g., British A-Levels, IB, American High School Diploma, Indian CBSE/ICSE).
Competencies
- Student Information Systems (SIS)
- Document Verification & Evaluation
- Accreditation & Compliance Awareness
- Lead Generation & Conversion Management
- End-to-End Application Processing
- Outreach & Recruitment Support
- Organization & Detail Orientation
- Cross-Departmental Collaboration
How to apply
Applications are made online. Create an applicant account or log in, then submit the application form with your CV and cover letter: apply for this job. Applications close on 05 Dec 2026.