Assistant Instructor - UAE Nationals Only

Role Overview

Assistant Instructor at Ajman University's Department of Sociology. This is a UAE Nationals Only position based in Ajman.

Role Purpose

Provide comprehensive administrative and academic support to the Department of Sociology, enabling smooth operations across faculty coordination, course management, and student services while reporting directly to the Head of the Department.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative Support

• Assist the Head of the Department with daily administrative tasks, including scheduling, document preparation, and correspondence.
• Organize and coordinate department meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, and following up on action items.
• Assist in preparing faculty timetables, class schedules, and room bookings.
• Handle general office tasks such as document filing, email correspondence, and report preparation.
• Support the department in organizing events, workshops, and academic activities.

Academic and Course Support

• Prepare and format PowerPoint presentations, exams, assignments, and other course materials as required by faculty.
• Upload course content, assignments, and resources to the Learning Management System (LMS) such as Moodle or Blackboard.
• Assist in exam formatting, printing, and organizing assessments in compliance with university standards.
• Maintain an organized digital and physical archive of course materials and student records.

Student Coordination and Support

• Serve as a point of contact for students, providing information about course materials, deadlines, and general academic queries.
• Assist students with registration, schedules, and university policies.
• Support faculty in monitoring student attendance and academic progress.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in any field; Sociology background is not required.
• Prior experience in academic administration, office management, or similar support role is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong proficiency in Learning Management System platforms.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication skills in English.
• Arabic proficiency is an advantage.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under deadlines.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality in handling academic records.

Additional Information

Reporting line: Direct to the Head of the Department of Sociology with collaboration across faculty members.