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Open Full-time On-site Junior United Arab EmiratesOpen to nationals of: International (all nationalities)

Coordinator, Student Persistence and Accessibility – Student Affairs

Employer New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) (opens in a new tab)

NYU Abu Dhabi is hiring a student affairs coordinator with 3+ years in higher education to run exam accommodations and accessibility services for students with disabilities; Arabic is highly preferred and no closing date is published.

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Key facts

City
Abu Dhabi
Nationality requirement
"Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates. In line with UAE regulations, Emirati candidates are encouraged to apply."
Job type
Full-time
Experience level
JuniorMid level
Work mode
On-site
Employer type
University
Closing date
Rolling — open until filled
Education
Bachelor's in higher education, student affairs, special needs/disability education, counselling, social work, psychology or a related field.
Visa sponsorship
Not stated by the employer
Relocation support
Not stated by the employer
Job reference
2026-15975

Salary and benefits

  • Salary and benefits are not listed on the posting.

Qualifications and requirements

  • Bachelor's in higher education, student affairs, disability education, counselling, social work, psychology or a related field.
  • 3+ years in higher education or related experience.
  • Strong written and spoken English and good interpersonal skills.
  • Organised, able to track a budget, and comfortable solving problems.
  • Available for some evenings and weekends, especially during exam periods.
  • Arabic is highly preferred; Adobe/design skills, advanced Excel and public speaking are a plus.

How to apply

  1. Read the posting on nyuad.nyu.edu (job number 2026-15975).
  2. Apply through NYUAD's iCIMS portal linked from the posting.
  3. NYUAD warns that genuine recruitment emails come only from @nyu.edu addresses.
  4. No closing date is published, so apply soon.

About this job

What the role is

A student affairs post at NYU Abu Dhabi, reporting to the associate director of student persistence and accessibility. The coordinator arranges reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities, including exam access and assistive technology, and works with academic departments so courses and events are accessible. The job also covers managing exam proctoring, supervising and training the student assistants who proctor, handling their contracts, timesheets and budget, supporting students on national military service, and helping with orientation and campus events.

Who can apply

Applications are open to all qualified candidates, and NYUAD adds that Emirati candidates are encouraged in line with UAE regulations. You need a bachelor’s in a field such as higher education, disability education, counselling, social work or psychology, plus three or more years in higher education or similar work. Arabic is “highly preferred”, which gives Arabic-speaking candidates a clear edge. Expect weekend work during exam periods.

What you get

The posting does not state salary, housing or visa arrangements. Ask HR about the package before accepting an offer.

How to apply

Apply through the iCIMS link on the NYUAD posting. NYUAD warns candidates that real recruiters write only from @nyu.edu addresses.

Timing & verification note

Checked on nyuad.nyu.edu and the linked iCIMS page on 27 September 2026. No closing date or posting date is shown, so apply without delay.