School Activity Coordinator - Student Programs

School Activity Coordinator - Student Programs Job Snapshot Role: School Activity Coordinator - Student Programs Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Primary-Secondary Education Function: Event Planning-Coordination Experience: 2-3 years Job Type: Full-time Position Overview LEAMS Education is hiring a School Activity Coordinator - Student Programs in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, for a full-time opportunity in the Primary-Secondary Education industry. The coordinator will plan and deliver extracurricular activities, competitions, celebrations, trips, and school-wide programs that enrich student life beyond regular classroom learning. Working with students, teachers, families, external partners, and service providers, the selected candidate will create well-organized experiences that strengthen participation, creativity, teamwork, cultural awareness, and holistic development. Job Details Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Primary-Secondary Education Function: Event Planning-Coordination Salary: 6000-10000 AED per month Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Dubai; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time Role Context The School Activity Coordinator will convert educational and community objectives into practical programs that students can experience and enjoy. The role reports to the Principal, Head of Section, or Head of Activities and carries responsibility for each event from initial planning through final evaluation. Successful coordination will help the school maintain an active calendar while ensuring that logistics, permissions, safety requirements, resources, communication, and documentation are properly controlled. Key Responsibilities * Plan co-curricular and extracurricular activities for students across different grade levels. * Develop and maintain an annual calendar covering national occasions, cultural celebrations, sports days, academic competitions, clubs, and community programs. * Coordinate with teachers, department heads, student groups, external partners, and vendors. * Prepare schedules, task assignments, venue arrangements, equipment requirements, and event-day operating plans. * Oversee setup, student movement, activity delivery, and closing arrangements to ensure smooth execution. * Organize field trips and confirm that transport, permissions, supervision, communication, and supporting logistics are completed. The coordinator will actively promote clubs, competitions, volunteering, and school initiatives to increase student participation and create opportunities suited to varied interests. * Ensure every activity follows school policies, health and safety requirements, and applicable Ministry of Education guidelines. * Maintain participation records, event reports, photographs, feedback, approvals, and other relevant documentation. * Communicate upcoming programs, permission requirements, schedules, and participation details to parents. * Provide event updates and suitable content for newsletters, websites, and school social media channels. * Support marketing and public relations teams with accurate information and visual materials. * Prepare activity budgets, track expenditure, coordinate procurement, and use resources responsibly. * Explore suitable sponsorships or partnerships where they can strengthen school programs. * Review completed events and use feedback to improve future planning. * Work flexible hours when major activities or events require support outside the normal school schedule. Ideal Profile Applicants should hold a Bachelor 's degree in Education, Event Management, Public Relations, or a related field. A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in activity coordination, events, or student programs within a school or educational setting is required. The preferred candidate will understand UAE school requirements and local cultural sensitivities. Strong planning, communication, stakeholder coordination, and project management capabilities are essential. The role suits an energetic and proactive professional who can manage competing deadlines, remain composed during live events, and work collaboratively with students and adults. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, while graphic design or media-editing ability will be an advantage. Skills Set * School activity planning * Event Planning-Coordination * Annual calendar development * Student club and competition management * Field trip logistics * Vendor and partner coordination * Event budgeting and procurement * Parent communication * Student participation tracking * Health and safety compliance * Ministry of Education guidelines * Event reporting and documentation * Microsoft Office * Graphic design and media editing * Sponsorship development * Flexible event-day operations Why Join Us This role offers the opportunity to influence the energy and character of the entire school rather than supporting a single classroom or department. The coordinator can introduce new activities, widen student participation, and create memorable programs that bring together learners, educators, and families. It also provides broad experience across events, communications, budgeting, partnerships, logistics, and student engagement within Dubai 's active education environment. About the Company LEAMS Education operates schools across Dubai delivering British and CBSE curricula. Its schools support learning through academic instruction and wider opportunities that encourage students to participate, collaborate, develop interests, and contribute to their communities.

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