University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) is the first national applied University in the State of Qatar, offering applied Bachelors and Master’s degrees in addition to certificates and diplomas in various fields. UDST has over 50 programs in the fields of Engineering Technology and Industrial Trades, Business Management, Computing and Information Technology, Health Sciences, Continuing and Professional Education and more.

With more than 600 staff and over 7,500 students, UDST is the destination for top-notch applied and experiential learning. The University is recognized for its student-centered learning and state-of-the-art facilities. Our faculty are committed to delivering pedagogically-sound learning experiences with incorporation of innovative technological interventions, to further enhance students’ skills and help develop talented graduates that can effectively contribute to a knowledge-based economy and make Qatar’s National Vision 2030 a reality.  

The Admissions and Registration Directorate invites applications for the position of Admissions Specialist Reporting to the Manager, Admissions, the successful candidate will maintain the computerized records for all applicants in all program areas and handle functions associated with the admissions for all UDST applicants.

Duties & Responsibilities:     

The successful candidate will deliver admissions information, program information, placement assessment information, Ministry validation/equivalency requirements and all other pertinent information to the prospective students and applicants to facilitate student enrolment.

The successful candidate will utilize UDST Student Information System to enter application data and generate correspondence with the applicant to communicate and record application status updates.

The successful candidate will determine initial eligibility for testing based on program choice, ensure that appropriate testing requirements are communicated and facilitated.

The successful candidate will re-activate discontinued students from previous semesters who wish to continue their studies based on capacity, as per UDST enrolment policies and procedures.

The successful candidate will compile and input all necessary changes to applicants' admissions records and updates to the applicants' file as required. 

Other responsibilities include to contact applicants to offer acceptance and ensure verification of confirmation to safeguard acceptance are communicated in a timely and efficient manner.

Education and Certifications:

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field is required

Experience:

Minimum 5 years of admissions coordination experience

Language:

Fluency in written and spoken Arabic and English language is required.

Other Required Skills:

Highly detail-oriented individual with a proactive can-do attitude to work is essential. A commitment to positive relationship building and effective working relationships across all levels of the organizations is required. Knowledge of Recruitment, Admissions and registrations processing is required. Candidates should demonstrate explanatory communication and interpersonal skills.