About the Role

We are looking to appoint an outstanding, highly-motivated and well-qualified Elementary Secretary to join our team in December 2020.

The successful applicant should have the following:

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrate competence in computer technical skills using Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, iSAMS and other related programs/software for educational and business office use

• Maintain confidentiality and exemplifies personal and professional integrity

• Two (2) years' experience as Secretary in an office or school environment

SKILLS:

• Ability to work under pressure
  
• Excellent written/spoken English language skills
  
• Effective interpersonal skills to aid in daily contact with a diverse multicultural population

Please note: Interviews and hiring of shortlisted candidates may occur prior to the advertised closing date.

About Your Benefits

This position offers an attractive tax free salary and benefits including an airfare allowance and 52 calendar days of annual leave.

About GEMS

Trusted for over 55 years and now a third generation education family, GEMS Education began in a single school room in Dubai. Today, we have the privilege of educating over 190,000 students from over 176 countries through GEMS owned and managed schools globally; over 270,000 students access resources through our services division; and we will impact 20 million by 2020 students through the initiatives of our Charity partner Varkey Foundation.

About the School

Dubai American Academy (DAA) opened in 1998 is GEMS Education's flagship American school with over 2700 students in grades KG1-12. DAA is a vibrant international community, deeply rooted in a culture of kindness, that creates and empowers leaders and independent thinkers with integrity, character, and drive. The school offers an enriched American curriculum to students of all nationalities culminating in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and/or an American high school diploma. Beyond its rigorous academic program, DAA prepares students to lead successful lives through the exceptional diversity of its community and the extra-curricular and athletic experiences that contribute to the development of the whole person. DAA is the only American school in Dubai that has received an outstanding rating from the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB), a distinction the school has since 2011.

http://www.gemsaa-dubai.com/

About Application Process

If you meet the criteria and you are enthusiastic about the role, we would welcome your application. To complete the application you would need the following document(s):
1. Resume/CV
2. Passport-size photograph

Important Note : GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students. Applicants will be required to submit a current police criminal clearance check or equivalent from their home country or current country of residence prior to appointment.