Administrative Assistant – Athletics

Position Brief

Seeking an experienced administrator with a keen interest in sports and athletics

Position Summary

New York University Abu Dhabi has a position available for an experienced Administrative Assistant for the Athletics department. This position will provide complete support to the Sports Information Manager and Director of Athletics.

The suitable candidate will ensure that the department's administrative functions are running smoothly, get involved in ad-hoc and Saadiyat transitioning projects, and be the first point of contact for students.

Key Responsibilities

* Work closely with department line managers to provide administrative support to the department
* Manage the department's website and social-media pages; be the first point of contact for students and members of the NYUAD community
* Provide support to the Director to ensure continued success of the Abu Dhabi Inter-University Sports League
* Prepare and track business reimbursements; ensure payments are being delievered to vendors within the agreed timelines
* Assist in event planning including booking locations, arranging caterers, tracking responses, etc; provide logistical arrangements for internal and external meetings and videoconferences

Education requirements (essential)

* Bachelor's Degree, or any combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge and skills
* CPR/First Aid trained

Experience requirements (essential)

* Two years of experience in administration, preferable in an education environment
* Ability to prioritize and to handle multiple projects; attentiveness to accuracy and detail
* Strong written and oral communication skills
* Advanced data management skills; ability to use softwares for tracking attendance and for accounting purposes
* Experience using Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign preferred; working knowledge of digital devices
* Comfortable using camera and video equipment; previous professional experience taking pictures and shooting video

About The Company

NYU Abu Dhabi is a research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science college. It draws students from around the world, and prepares them for the challenges and opportunities of our interconnected world.