Student Affairs Manager - Academic Services
Posted date [2026-04-29]
(ID: 44678)
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Founded in 1971, ADNOC is a leading diversified energy group, wholly owned by the Abu Dhabi Government. Our network of fully integrated businesses operates across the energy value chain, helping us to responsibly meet the demands of an ever-changing energy market.
Already in the top tier of the lowest carbon intensity oil and gas producers in the world, we are taking significant steps to make today’s energy cleaner while investing in the clean energies of tomorrow, strengthening our position as a reliable and responsible global energy provider. We are allocating an initial $23 billion to advance and accelerate lower-carbon solutions, investing in new energies and decarbonization technologies to enable our net zero by 2045 ambition and our commitment to zero methane emissions by 2030. ... |
Job Snapshot
Role: Student Affairs Manager - Academic Services
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Industry: Education Management
Function: Educaiton Management
Experience: Minimum 15 years
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Student Affairs Manager hiring opportunity in Abu Dhabi, UAE within the Education Management sector for senior professionals experienced in student services, academic counselling, and trainee engagement. This role focuses on managing student registration, enrolment, counselling, trainee development, and academic support programs to improve student retention, performance, and overall trainee experience across technical and academic programs.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Education Management
Function: Educaiton Management
Salary: 18000-30000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Student Affairs Manager is responsible for leading all student-facing services including admissions support, counselling, trainee distribution, academic monitoring, and engagement programs. The role ensures students receive the academic, psychological, and administrative support needed to succeed while aligning trainee development with ADNOC Group workforce planning and long-term talent development goals.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage student registration, enrolment, counselling, and trainee support services across academic and technical programs
* Supervise student registration and administration teams, counselling sections, and trainee support functions to enhance student experience
* Develop and implement department goals aligned with ATA and ADNOC strategies for trainee engagement and retention
* Coordinate trainee distribution to specialties, companies, On-the-Job Training, and development programs based on business requirements
* Monitor trainee attendance, academic performance, attitude, and disciplinary compliance according to institutional policies
* Ensure timely reporting and implementation of appropriate intervention strategies to improve trainee performance and retention
* Work closely with Academic and On-the-Job Departments to support smooth student progression and operational coordination
* Coordinate with ADNOC departments and group companies to identify annual intake requirements by quantity and discipline
* Support counselling services through academic guidance, psychological support, and career development assistance
* Liaise with government entities, high schools, and external stakeholders to strengthen student intake planning and institutional reputation
* Lead segmented campaigns and engagement initiatives to improve student attraction, retention, and brand value
* Manage departmental budgets, reporting systems, performance indicators, and operational plans
* Promote innovation, continuous improvement, and best practices across student affairs and trainee services
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Psychology, Administration, or related discipline
* Minimum 15 years of professional experience with at least 7 years in a managerial role
* Strong background in educational counselling, student affairs, trainee development, or academic administration
* Experience managing student registration systems and reporting tools within educational institutions
* Excellent understanding of trainee engagement, student support, and academic intervention strategies
* Strong communication skills in English and Arabic
* Leadership experience in educational institutions, training academies, or student-centered environments
* Strong stakeholder management skills across internal departments and external government entities
* Ability to align student services with workforce planning and organizational development objectives
Skills Set
* Student Affairs Management
* Academic Counselling
* Educaiton Management
* Student Registration and Enrolment
* Trainee Performance Monitoring
* On-the-Job Training Coordination
* Student Retention Strategies
* Academic Administration
* Psychological Support Services
* Stakeholder and Government Coordination
* MIS and Reporting Tools
* Team Leadership and Performance Management
Why Join Us
* Strategic leadership role within a major technical education and trainee development environment
* Opportunity to shape student success, trainee engagement, and long-term workforce readiness
* Strong career growth in academic operations and educational leadership
* Collaborative environment supporting national talent development and educational excellence
* Meaningful impact on future workforce capability and organizational success
About the Company
ADNOC Group invests in talent development through advanced education, technical training, and student support programs designed to prepare future professionals for industry leadership. With a strong commitment to learning excellence and workforce readiness, ADNOC provides education leaders with the opportunity to drive trainee success and long-term organizational growth.
