Data Manager - Dubai, United Arab Emirates - GEMS Education

    GEMS Education background
    Full time
    Description
    Job Description

    We, at GEMS International School, are looking for a qualified and experience Data and Innovation Specialist to join us on an immediate basis.

    If you are excited to join a world class school and are driven to provide Technical Support at an exceptional level, this may be the ideal role for you.

    Duties and responsibilities include but not limited to
    • Collect, curate, and interpret various data sources from difference school systems
    • Organize, interpret and present data to users in a manner appropriate to users' skill set
    • Act as the first point of contact between the school and standardized testing providers including MAP, CAT4, PIRLS, Panorama etc.
    • Work closely with administrative assistants in planning and scheduling testing sessions
    • Work closely with the IT department to provide needed support during the testing process
    • Plan and organize usage of the schools ISAMS Student Information System
    • Provide training and support as needed to various stakeholder groups in the use of the system, including in-service training for new teachers
    • Work closely with divisional admin and counselors on the generation of report cards and transcripts
    • Assist with other academic systems at the school such as Managebac, Toddle, etc.

    Skills

    The ideal candidate will have:
    • At least 2 years experience in a similar role
    • Degree in Computer Science, Technical Communications, Information Systems, or related field