Director of Student Engagement
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Posted on:
31-10-2025
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title: Director of Student Engagement
Classification: Institutional Support
Reports To: Associate Vice President of Student Affairs
Location: Al Jahra Kuwait
Job Purpose
The Director of Student Engagement leads all initiatives that enhance campus life student leadership and community involvement. This position oversees student activities organizations athletics counseling and career services to promote engagement wellbeing and retention. The role drives programs that build belonging pride and student success through collaborative and results-oriented leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead planning and execution of campus-wide engagement programs events and student initiatives.
- Oversee operations and staff in Student Activities Athletics Counseling and Career Services.
- Strengthen student leadership volunteerism and organizational involvement.
- Manage student conduct and maintain compliance with the Student Code of Conduct and Handbook.
- Collaborate with departments to integrate student life with academic and institutional goals.
- Use data and feedback to measure engagement outcomes and improve programs.
- Supervise staff performance development and goal achievement.
- Manage budgets policies and operational procedures to ensure efficiency and accountability.
- Coordinate digital communications publications and student event calendars.
- Represent Student Affairs in committees and projects supporting institutional priorities.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Proven leadership in student engagement or student life management.
- Strong communication organization and problem-solving abilities.
- Knowledge of student development principles and event operations.
- Experience supervising staff managing budgets and leading campus programs.
- Proficiency in student systems analytics and engagement technologies.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends for university activities.
Education and Experience
- Masters degree in Higher Education Administration Student Personnel or related field required.
- Minimum of 3 years of progressive Student Affairs experience with supervisory and budget responsibilities.
- Experience in event management leadership development and data-informed program planning.
About American International University
American International University (AIU) is a private institution in Kuwait founded in 2019 offering undergraduate programs based on the American higher education model. AIU provides degree programs in Engineering Architecture and Design and Business Administration with English as the language of instruction.
The University is committed to fostering intellectual cultural and personal growth for all members of its community preparing graduates for leadership roles in a global society.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the Job Opportunities section on our website and submit a resume and cover letter via: Experience:
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About Company
AIU offers four-year undergraduate degrees in Engineering, Business, and Design. We are now accepting applications from transfer students!
