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About the Role

Abdul Latif Jameel, a diversified business conglomerate with operations across the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey (MENAT region), is seeking an Office Manager/PMO Senior Specialist to join their team in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. This position provides high-level administrative support and manages communication activities for the Head of Division. The role requires discretion, confidentiality, and a detailed understanding of the Division's operations and procedures, contributing to the organizational and functional strategic focus.

With a history spanning over 75 years, Abdul Latif Jameel has evolved from a trading business into a significant partner across various sectors, including automotive. The company fosters a culture of Respect, Innovation, a Pioneering Spirit, and Empowerment.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with the Finance Team and operational Management to collate the Divisional and annual Sustainability budget.
• Receive Departmental Monthly results and assist in the preparation of Divisional reports.
• Manage the Divisional calendar, including fixed meeting schedules, and schedule meetings on behalf of the Head of Division based on priority.
• Partner with Internal Communications to facilitate internal and external communication for the division.
• Access the Divisional Head's email and accounts to read emails and schedule appropriate appointments and meetings.
• Receive and evaluate meeting requests, discuss them with the Head of Division, and schedule them accordingly based on urgency and importance.
• Arrange business trips and ensure all required logistics are in place.
• Assist the Division with Appian and Purchase requests as directed by the Divisional Head.
• Plan, organize, and schedule own workload to ensure activities are completed accurately and on time.
• Arrange and facilitate meetings and disseminate minutes as and when directed.
• Handle communication with the CEO's office and other ALJ Motors divisions.
• Organize office maintenance and repair work for the Sustainability office.
• Liaise with various departments on projects, events, conferences, workshops, and other company functions involving the Sustainability Office.
• Maintain an inventory of office supplies, schedule preventive maintenance, and arrange emergency repairs of office equipment.
• Ensure the office adheres to 5S principles.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Graduate Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in an Executive Assistant position.
• Excellent communication and multitasking skills are required.
• The role involves scheduling Sustainability executive meetings.
• The position holder will prioritize incoming emails and meetings.
• The position holder will review and handle Decision Making Requests requiring the Head of Division's approval.

Required Skills

• Strong Communication skills.
• Project Management capabilities.
• Effective Organizational skills.
• Inter-personal skills.

Work Environment and Additional Information

This is a full-time position located in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The role requires 2-5 years of relevant experience. Competence in spoken and written English is necessary, with Arabic language being an advantage.