AIU Kuwait Announces Multiple Job Vacancies American International University (AIU) in Kuwait has announced multiple career opportunities across communications, administration, human resources, information technology, cybersecurity, internal audit, research administration and faculty affairs. The vacancies are open to professionals with different levels of academic qualifications and work experience, ranging from entry-level technical support to senior university leadership positions.

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Founded in 2019, AIU is a private institution in Kuwait offering undergraduate programmes in Engineering and Computing, Architecture and Design, Business, Arts and Sciences, and Education. The university’s programmes are delivered in English and follow the American model of higher education. AIU serves a community of more than 4,000 students and is implementing its RISE Strategy 2026–2030, a five-year institutional transformation strategy focused on research development, international accreditation, student success, employability and community engagement.

The latest vacancies provide opportunities for candidates with backgrounds in media, marketing, journalism, public relations, administration, human resources, information technology, cybersecurity, auditing, research administration and higher education leadership.

Job Titles: Social Media Officer, Executive Administrative Assistant, Talent Acquisition Specialist, Application Developer, Cybersecurity Analyst, IT Support Technician, Internal Auditor, Manager – Research & Grants Office, and Director – Office of Faculty Affairs

Social Media Officer

Department: Branding & Communications
Location: Jahrah, Kuwait / Saad Al Abdullah

AIU is seeking a Social Media Officer to support its branding and communications activities and develop engaging digital content for the university’s different platforms.

The successful candidate will be responsible for researching viral trends, emerging content formats and platform best practices. The role requires the employee to identify opportunities to create relevant and creative content connected with university events, campaigns, student life, academic activities and institutional initiatives.

A major part of the position involves producing social media designs using tools such as Canva, CapCut and other design and video software. The Social Media Officer will also provide live social media coverage during university events, including stories, reels, short-form videos and real-time updates.

The employee will manage and execute the approved social media content calendar across the university’s platforms. Regular coordination with university departments and the Events team will also be required to identify upcoming activities, achievements, announcements and success stories.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Media, Journalism, Public Relations, Digital Marketing or a related field.

Applicants should also have at least two years of relevant experience in social media management, digital marketing, content creation, communications or a similar role.

Experience managing social media accounts for an organisation, brand, university or similar institution is required. Candidates should have demonstrated experience creating short-form video content, including Reels, TikTok videos, Stories and other social-first formats.

Experience in event coverage, real-time social media production and managing content calendars is also relevant. Candidates should be comfortable coordinating with internal teams, designers, photographers and videographers.

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Executive Administrative Assistant – President’s Office

Department: Head Office – Administration
Location: Jahrah, Kuwait

AIU is also hiring an Executive Administrative Assistant for the President’s Office. The position involves providing high-level administrative and coordination support to the President and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the office.

The successful candidate will manage the President’s calendar, meetings, appointments and scheduling priorities. The role also includes coordinating executive leadership and Board meetings, including agendas, presentations, reports, minutes and follow-up activities.

The Executive Administrative Assistant will serve as a key liaison between the President’s Office, university departments, senior leadership, external stakeholders and guests.

Candidates should have a Master’s degree in a relevant field, while a PhD in a relevant field is considered an advantage.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Arabic are required.

Applicants should have five to seven years of relevant professional experience, preferably in executive administration, higher education or a similar institutional environment.

Proven experience supporting a senior executive, President, CEO or university leader is required. A strong understanding of university operations, governance and administrative processes is highly desirable.

The successful candidate should also be able to coordinate effectively with senior administrators, faculty, staff, students, government entities, external partners and other stakeholders.

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Talent Acquisition Specialist

Department: Human Resources
Location: Jahrah, Kuwait

AIU is recruiting a Talent Acquisition Specialist to manage the end-to-end recruitment process and help the university attract, identify and hire qualified professionals.

The role involves developing sourcing strategies, screening and assessing candidates, coordinating interviews, managing recruitment documentation and supporting a positive candidate experience.

The Talent Acquisition Specialist will manage recruitment processes from sourcing and screening through interviewing and extending offers. The employee will work closely with hiring departments to understand position requirements, recruitment timelines and workforce planning needs.

Responsibilities also include drafting and posting job advertisements in accordance with AIU branding guidelines. Candidates may be sourced through job boards, LinkedIn, agency partnerships and other professional networks.

The position also includes guiding selected candidates through relocation logistics, visa documentation and onboarding procedures.

Proficiency in applicant tracking systems and online sourcing tools is required.

A Bachelor’s degree is required, along with a minimum of six years of recruitment experience. International recruitment or experience in the higher education sector is preferred.

Experience drafting job advertisements and employment contracts is required, while familiarity with labour regulations and recruitment compliance requirements is considered an advantage.

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Application Developer – Information Technology

Department: Information Technology
Location: Jahrah, Kuwait / Saad Al Abdullah
Classification: Institutional Support

AIU is hiring an Application Developer to develop, enhance and support custom and enterprise applications used across the university.

The position focuses on building reliable, secure and user-friendly software solutions that support academic operations, administrative processes and student services.

The Application Developer will work with senior application developers and project managers to translate organisational requirements into effective application solutions.

The role directly supports AIU’s academic and operational objectives by delivering stable applications that improve efficiency, usability and system reliability.

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Cybersecurity Analyst

Department: Information Technology
Location: Jahrah, Kuwait / Saad Al Abdullah
Classification: Institutional Support

AIU is also seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to support the university’s information security operations.

The position is responsible for advanced monitoring, analysis and response to security incidents across enterprise systems and networks.

The Cybersecurity Analyst will analyse security events and alerts from multiple security platforms to determine the scope, severity and potential impact on systems, networks and data.

Responsibilities include Level 2 incident analysis, classification and prioritisation in accordance with established incident response and escalation procedures.

The employee will lead and support incident response activities, including containment, eradication and recovery, following predefined response plans.

The role also involves investigating security incidents such as phishing attacks, malware infections, data breaches and unauthorised access attempts.

The Cybersecurity Analyst will collect, preserve and document forensic evidence and prepare investigation reports containing remediation and prevention recommendations.

Proactive threat hunting is another major responsibility. The employee will identify indicators of compromise, anomalous behaviour and emerging threats across endpoints, networks and applications.

Candidates should have two to three years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity operations, security operations centre work or incident response roles.

Experience with Barracuda Email Security, Sophos Central Phish Threat, SentinelOne Endpoint Protection and ESET Endpoint Security is specified for the position. Knowledge of DLP solutions, access-control systems, physical security integrations and CCTV systems is also required.

Applicants should understand incident-response processes, forensic fundamentals and evidence handling. Experience conducting vulnerability assessments and supporting penetration testing initiatives is required.

Knowledge of threat-hunting methodologies, indicators of compromise and the MITRE ATT&CK framework is also expected.

Candidates should possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail and the ability to document incidents and remediation actions clearly.

A Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering or a related discipline from a recognised institution is required.

Industry-recognised certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Cyware Certified Orchestrate Analyst, Certified ExtraHop Network Security Specialist and Fortinet NSE are strongly preferred.

Additional certifications in incident response, SOC operations, threat intelligence, penetration testing or SIEM platforms are considered an advantage.

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IT Support Technician

Department: Information Technology
Location: Jahrah, Kuwait / Saad Al Abdullah
Classification: Institutional Support

AIU is recruiting an IT Support Technician to provide frontline technical assistance to faculty, staff and students.

The role covers day-to-day troubleshooting, deployment and maintenance of end-user technology, classrooms, laboratories, offices, academic software environments and event-related IT systems.

The IT Support Technician will help ensure the availability and responsiveness of technology services across the campus.

The position directly supports academic instruction and administrative operations by ensuring technology-related problems are addressed promptly.

The successful candidate will contribute to classroom and laboratory readiness, support university events and help students, faculty and staff use institutional technology resources effectively.

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills are required.

Candidates should have practical knowledge of Windows, Mac and Linux operating systems, end-user hardware and academic laboratory environments.

Applicants should hold a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field.

Entry-level or relevant IT certifications, including Microsoft, CompTIA or equivalent certifications, are considered an advantage.

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Internal Auditor

Department: Internal Audit
Location: Jahrah, Kuwait
Classification: Staff

AIU has also listed an Internal Auditor position within its Office of Internal Audit.

The Office of Internal Audit functions as an independent and objective assurance and advisory function. Its purpose is to provide AIU leadership and the Board with confidence that institutional operations, processes and controls are functioning as intended.

The Internal Auditor assists with operational audits across academic and administrative functions. The position involves identifying risks, recommending improvements and supporting the implementation of corrective actions.

The Internal Auditor performs operational, compliance and risk-based audits across AIU’s academic and administrative units.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or other relevant professional certification.
• Knowledge of higher education governance and accreditation standards (particularly WSCUC) is desirable.
• Familiarity with Kuwait regulatory and compliance requirements is an advantage.
• Experience with Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) methodologies is preferred.

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Manager – Research & Grants Office

Department: Office of Academic Research and Grants
Location: Jahra, Kuwait
Classification: Institutional Support

AIU is seeking a Manager for its Research & Grants Office. The position reports to the Assistant Vice President for Research.

The Manager supports the operational, administrative and grant-related functions of the Academic Research & Grants Office.

The role is responsible for ensuring effective coordination of research operations, grant administration, committee activities, faculty and student engagement, institutional reporting, research compliance and external collaborations.

The position also supports AIU’s research strategy, institutional priorities, accreditation requirements and research visibility.

Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Research Administration, Science, Engineering, Health Sciences, Communication or a related discipline.

A minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience is required in areas such as research administration, grants management, academic administration, institutional reporting, accreditation support, project management, committee administration or higher education operations.

Candidates should have demonstrated experience coordinating projects, maintaining documentation, preparing reports, managing stakeholders and supporting institutional initiatives.

A Master’s degree in Research Management, Public Administration, Project Management, Education Leadership, Science, Engineering or a related field is preferred.

Experience in a university research office, grants office, academic affairs department, institutional effectiveness function, accreditation environment, research centre or similar higher education setting is also preferred.

Experience supporting research grants, ethics committees, faculty research, KPI reporting, external funding agencies, research compliance and project management is considered an advantage.

Professional certifications in project management, grants management, research administration, compliance, ethics or institutional reporting may also strengthen an application.

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Director – Office of Faculty Affairs

Department: Office of Faculty Affairs
Location: Jahrah, Kuwait
Classification: Director Level

AIU is seeking a Director for its Office of Faculty Affairs. The position reports to the Vice President for Academic Affairs and represents a senior-level opportunity within the university.

The role covers several areas of faculty success and academic engagement, including academic policies and faculty governance, faculty career development and academic progression, faculty academic excellence, faculty recognition and community building.

The Director will also contribute to strategic leadership and institutional partnerships.

The position requires an earned doctoral degree, PhD or equivalent, from an accredited institution.

Candidates should have academic qualifications suitable for appointment to an academic rank of Assistant Professor or above. Associate Professor or Professor status is preferred.

Applicants should have a minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in higher education administration, including at least three years in academic leadership.

Demonstrated experience supporting faculty affairs, academic governance, promotion, faculty development or academic administration within a university environment is required.

Candidates should have experience developing and implementing faculty-related academic policies and procedures.

Experience supporting faculty promotion, academic rank, faculty evaluation, mentoring or academic career development is also required.

The position also calls for experience working with Human Resources and senior administrators.

Applicants should demonstrate experience supporting accreditation, institutional effectiveness or quality-assurance initiatives.

Experience preparing reports, policy papers, committee documentation and institutional analyses is required.

Experience working in a multicultural higher education environment is expected, while GCC experience is desirable.

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Who Can Apply?

The vacancies cover a broad range of professional backgrounds and experience levels. Candidates from communications and media backgrounds can consider the Social Media Officer position, while experienced administrative professionals may find opportunities in the President’s Office.

Human resources professionals with substantial recruitment experience can consider the Talent Acquisition Specialist role.

Technology professionals have opportunities in application development, cybersecurity and IT support, while candidates with audit experience can explore the Internal Auditor position.

Professionals with experience in research administration, grants management and higher education operations can consider the Manager – Research & Grants Office position.

The Director of Faculty Affairs vacancy is aimed at senior higher education professionals with doctoral qualifications and substantial academic leadership experience.

Application Information

Interested candidates should review the specific requirements of the position before applying. Each role has its own academic, professional and technical requirements, and applicants should ensure that their qualifications and experience match the vacancy.

Candidates should provide accurate information regarding their education and professional background and highlight experience directly relevant to the position.

Applicants for technical positions should clearly mention relevant systems, platforms, technologies and certifications where applicable. Candidates applying for academic administration or leadership roles should highlight their higher education experience, institutional responsibilities, governance work, accreditation exposure and leadership experience where relevant.

For communications and social media positions, candidates should highlight their experience in content creation, social media management, video production, event coverage and digital communications.

Final Note for Applicants

Candidates interested in these opportunities should carefully review the complete vacancy information before submitting an application. Requirements differ significantly between positions, particularly in terms of academic qualifications, professional experience and technical skills.

Applicants should ensure that their CV accurately reflects their qualifications and relevant experience for the position selected.

Those interested in working in Kuwait’s higher education sector can use the AIU recruitment portal to review the available vacancies and follow the institution’s application process.

Job Location: Kuwait
Employer: American International University (AIU)
Employment Areas: Communications, Administration, Human Resources, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Internal Audit, Research & Grants, Faculty Affairs

Note: Vacancy availability, requirements and recruitment status may change. Applicants should verify the current status and complete requirements through AIU’s official recruitment portal before applying.

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