Strategic Operations Leader

1 week ago


Manama, Manama, Bahrain Gulf University, Kingdom Of Bahrain Full time

Gulf University, Kingdom Of Bahrain seeks a highly skilled and experienced Chief Operating Officer to lead its administrative functions. The successful candidate will report directly to the President of the University and be responsible for overseeing various departments.

The COO will play a critical role in facilitating administrative processes, supervising staff, and managing finances. They will also be involved in strategic planning, academic development, and personnel operations.

We are looking for an individual with a high professional reputation, holding a PhD recognized by the Ministry of Education in the Kingdom of Bahrain. They must have appropriate academic and administrative experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to adapt to changes.

The COO's primary responsibilities will include:

  • Providing advice and recommendations to the President
  • Supervising staff administrative activities
  • Overseeing the Finance, Human Resources, IT, and Facilities and Purchasing departments
  • Facilitating all requirements for administrative processes
  • Managing finances, collections, and purchases
  • Managing staff salaries and benefits
  • Involved in recruitment, contracting, termination, training, and induction programs
  • Submitting an annual report on administrative and financial operations

The ideal candidate should possess high administrative, guiding, and systematic decision-making skills, as well as strong interpersonal and communication skills. If you are a motivated and results-driven leader who can create effective work relationships with staff, we encourage you to apply.



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