Bookstore and Retail Services Assistant - qatar - Georgetown University

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Bookstore and Retail Services Assistant (Temporary)

Georgetown University in Qatar (GU‑Q) is dedicated to fulfilling Georgetown University's mission of promoting intellectual, ethical and spiritual understanding through serious and sustained discourse among people of different faiths, cultures, and beliefs. Georgetown's Qatar campus undertakes education, research, and service to advance knowledge and provide students and the community with a holistic educational experience that produces global citizens committed to the service of humankind. We demonstrate the values of Georgetown University, seek to build upon the world‑class reputation of the Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service, and work with our partner Qatar Foundation in its endeavors to achieve the Qatar National Vision 2030.

GU‑Q is seeking a Bookstore and Retail Services Assistant to perform daily operations of the bookstore, ensuring efficient service and a positive customer experience. The selected candidate will process financial transactions and paperwork, and coordinate the design and procurement of GU‑Q branded promotional items.

This position is based in Qatar and offers no relocation assistance. It is a temporary, non‑sponsored position that requires all applicants to already have the necessary sponsorship to live and work in Qatar.

• Perform day‑to‑day activities of the bookstore, maintaining smooth operations and providing customer support.
• Hire, train, supervise, and mentor student workers.
• Contribute to the procurement and distribution of textbooks and course materials to students.
• Design and procure GU‑Q branded promotional items and custom branded merchandise for the university departments and customers.
• Process financial paperwork and transactions for the bookstore.

• Accurately handle and process daily sales, cash and card transactions, deposits and daily reporting.
• Provide an exceptional level of customer service to all constituents.
• Accurately maintain stock levels and restock orders when required.
• Conduct inventory and inventory audits.
• Generate and analyze sales reports and inventory valuation to determine appropriate inventory level on a monthly basis.
• Process new orders for merchandise.
• Coordinate with faculty, Academic Affairs, main campus bookstore and regional publishers each semester to enable textbook ordering.
• Research, source and negotiate orders with vendors.
• Adhere to ethics and compliance guidelines in purchasing and in hiring suppliers.
• Perform activities such as receiving, pricing, shelving and distribution of textbooks and merchandise to ensure accuracy within the department.
• Assist with textbook distribution for students in fall, spring, and summer semesters.
• Work with communications department to design and source unique GU‑Q branded merchandise and promotional items for all university departments from local and international vendors.
• Conceptualize, design and build creative and visually appealing window displays to promote GU‑Q, faculty achievements and publications, student programs and the GU‑Q brand to external and internal audiences.
• Develop content to promote the Bookstore and GU‑Q brand.
• Organize book launches and other events that take place in the bookstore.
• Assist with maintaining relationships with GU campus bookstore and mail services.

• Bachelor's degree in communications, sales and marketing, or similar.
• 2+ years of work experience in retail services, preferably at a campus bookstore.
• Experience in graphic design and tools such as Adobe InDesign, Photoshop Canva.
• Experience in using POS; preferably Sage Evolution.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate strong attention to detail and financial accuracy.
• Positive attitude and desire to be in a customer service‑oriented environment.
• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to manage timelines and budgets, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams.
• Familiarity with international and multicultural environments is preferred.
• Knowledge of Georgetown University's mission, values, and programs is preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours, evenings, and weekends during events that require bookstore presence.

Please note that to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University in Qatar, you must submit a resume or CV for each position of interest. Documents are not kept on file for future positions.

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GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Georgetown University offers a wide variety of comprehensive and competitive benefits. Benefits packages include comprehensive health, dental and vision plans, disability and life insurance coverage, retirement savings programs, tuition assistance, voluntary insurance options (including group legal, accident, and critical illness), and much more. Whatever your need, the Office of Faculty and Staff Benefits will be standing by to support you. You can learn more about the benefits offered to eligible faculty and staff at or view the online interactive benefits guide for more information.

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