Administrative Assistant

About Think First Academy

Think First Academy, located in Dubai, is an educational institution approved by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA). Specializing in international education pathways, language development, and academic assistance, the Academy has been operational since 2016. It offers students from various cultural backgrounds access to internationally recognised qualifications such as IGCSE, A Level, BTEC, IELTS preparation, Academic English, and Chinese language courses. Collaborating with leading schools, universities, and examining bodies, the Academy delivers quality teaching and personalised support within a student-focused and innovative learning environment dedicated to academic excellence and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general office tasks to ensure the Academy runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Help calculate staff and teacher payrolls ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
• Assist with student admissions, school applications, and maintain follow-up communication with students, parents, schools, and partner institutions as needed.
• Keep student records and administrative documents precise and compliant with Academy guidelines.
• Gain mastery of the Academy's operational systems, including CRM and student information systems, showing readiness to learn and adopt new digital tools.
• Provide administrative support for academic programs, examinations, events, and daily school activities as required.

Requirements

• Previous experience in administrative roles is preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong skills in organizing and managing time effectively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications such as Excel and Word and openness to mastering new technologies.
• Excellent attention to detail and capacity to solve problems efficiently.
• Good communication abilities and the capacity to collaborate with various teams.