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Head of Protocol Section |
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CATEGORY
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Non Faculty Vacancies |
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College
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Departments
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Department
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Public Relations Department |
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Job Purpose
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To be responsible for all protocol arrangements at the University of Sharjah, and ensure that all protocol procedures are respected and implemented during His Highness’s visits to the University.
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Main accountabilities & expectations
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- Plan, execute and support a wide range of ceremonial and official occasions hosted by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi the President of the University of Sharjah..
- Prepare the University’s facilities for the His Highnesses’ visit such as organizing the program/schedule, securing the University’s entrance, preparing His Highnesses’ office, informing necessary personnel, etc.
- Ensure that the event venue and all required equipment/materials are available and set up properly beforehand; prior to His Highnesses’ visit.
- Organize all necessary arrangements for VIP arrivals vising the University, including flights, hotel bookings, transportation, etc.
- Lead the welcoming committee for His Highnesses’ visit and/or any VIPs visiting the University.
- Follow up with other departments in order to complete necessary tasks for various events hosted by His Highness such as conferences, new faculty welcoming lunch, opening ceremonies, Alumni dinner, etc.
- Monitor day-to-day activities in the Protocol Section and ensure that business processes and workflows are executed correctly and efficiently. As well as ensure that work tasks are distributed between team members fairly and professionally.
- Prepare the Protocol Section’s budget and ensure that all team members adhere to the University’s budget procedures.
- Prepare various reports, analysis and statistics related to the Protocol Section when requested.
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Required Skills
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- Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to prepare professional documents, in both Arabic and English.
- Proficiency in MS office applications
- Good interpersonal Skills
- Organizing and time management skills.
- Analytical and critical thinking.
- Clear presentation skills and ability to influence.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Excellent problem solving and decision making skills.
- Experience in managing teams including the development and delivery of on-the job training and mentoring.
- Ability to work with diverse business units and to quickly adapt and understand key business challenges.
- High integrity and openness combined with commitment to good governance.
- Flexibility and ability to function effectively as part of a team.
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Desirable Requirements
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- Minimum of Diploma in Communication, Public Relations or a relevant discipline.
- 9-10 years of UAE experience in similar role preferably in higher education institutions.
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Job Location
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University of Sharjah (Main) |
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Job Criteria
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Gender |
, Male, Female, |
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Qualifications |
Certification/diploma |
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Relevant Experience
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9 |
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Living In UAE |
Open for all |
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Nationality |
, All, |
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