Secretary📣 Job Ad

• Ensure adherence to quality standards and style guides in final editorial content.
• Proofread and format materials for accuracy.
• Assist in fact-checking processes and ensure compliance with legal guidelines.
• Help with headline writing and layout enhancements.

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Arabic, Journalism, or Media Studies.
• 510 years of experience in editorial support roles.
• Excellent command of Arabic grammar and style.
• Strong attention to detail with proofreading skills.
• Able to work effectively under tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with editorial workflows and print-related software.

• Administrative Assistance Support: Manage schedule, prepare documents, handle communication.
• Communication Liaison: Primary contact for stakeholders, draft correspondence.
• Confidentiality: Handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Meeting Coordination: Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, follow up on actions.
• Travel Arrangements: Arrange travel accommodations and itineraries.
• Calendar Management: Efficiently manage the DMD's schedule, including appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Document Preparation: Prepare and organize documents, reports, and presentations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Task Prioritization: Prioritize tasks effectively, ensuring the DMD's priorities are met in a timely manner.
• Project Assistance: Assist with special projects and initiatives as assigned by the DMD, conducting research and providing support as needed.

• Prior experience supporting senior management.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS office software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Discretion and integrity with confidential information.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Job Title: Personal Secretary

Job Summary:

The Personal Secretary will provide high-level administrative support to senior executives. This role requires discretion, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of handling sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage executive schedules, including meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.

• Screen and direct phone calls and distribute correspondence.

• Handle incoming emails and other communications on behalf of the executive.

• Prepare reports, memos, letters, presentations, and other documents.

• Coordinate and arrange internal and external meetings and events.

• Maintain filing systems, both electronic and physical.

• Remind the executive of important tasks and deadlines.

• Take dictation and minutes and accurately enter data.

• Perform general office duties such as ordering supplies and managing records.

• Liaise with internal staff and external partners.

• Ensure confidentiality of sensitive matters at all times.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field preferred.

• Proven experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Secretary, or similar role.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Ability to multitask and prioritize daily workload.

• High level of discretion and professionalism.

• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.