Residence manager

Are you confident, charismatic, and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? This could be the perfect role for you!

As Residence Manager, you’ll oversee the daily operations of the Málaga Summer Junior Residence in a live-in role, reporting to the Summer Manager. You’ll lead and train Residence Advisors, manage program schedules, develop activities, handle student discipline, and oversee stock management.

Job details:

Duration: 10–12 weeks (end of May – August), including training days in late May.

Work authorization: Valid work permit for the EU/Spain required.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Manage and train the Junior Campus staff, including Course leaders and Residence Advisors.

Plan and supervise staff hours and hold weekly staff meetings.

Ensure the Junior Residence is set-up (branding, stock, etc.) prior to student and staff arrivals.

Assist in the planning of student arrivals and departures, as well as special events such as orientations and graduation ceremonies.

Liaise on a day-to-day basis with the Host Family Coordinator and the Summer Campus Manager to ensure the students’ wellbeing and satisfaction.

Handle student discipline and behavior concerns. Liaise with our Sales Offices to address students’ welfare and disciplinary issues.

Be available to work late nights for some events, such as arrivals, departures, and to assist with emergency situations should they arrive.

Share emergency phone duties assigned to senior staff members.

What we are looking for:

Fluent in Spanish & English

Previous experience working with students.

A strong leader and team player who can motivate and guide a team with minimal supervision.

Ability to thrive under pressure while maintaining the high standards expected by EF and our students.

Skilled in connecting with others, handling concerns, and ensuring a positive student experience.

A "go above and beyond" mentality, always seeking ways to enhance the experience for students and staff.

Why you will love life at EF Málaga!

A fun, international and dynamic environment with a start-up vibe!

Regular training sessions and opportunities for in-company growth

Team events, kick-offs, and Holiday Parties

Opportunities to travel internationally

Discounts on EF programs

Tuition Reimbursement for continued Education

Exciting opportunities for domestic and international career advancement within 2-3 years

And many more...

Ready to join us? Apply today and be part of an unforgettable experience!

About EF Education First

At EF we believe that the world is better when people try to understand one another. Since 1965, we have helped millions of people see new places, experience new cultures, and learn new things about the world and about themselves. Our culturally immersive education programs—focused on language, travel, cultural exchange, and academics—turn dreams into international opportunities.

When you join EF, you join a multicultural and diverse community working across more than hundreds of schools and offices in 50 countries, all with one shared mission of opening the world through education. Whoever you are, whatever you are passionate about—we welcome you and want you to bring that to work every day. EF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, caste, parental status, identity, experience and everything else that makes you unique.

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