Management Assistant EM (Temporary)

Purpose & Overall Relevance For The Organization

To ensure that the administrational and operational tasks are being fulfilled in a professional and efficient manner for the 3 Senior Leadership Team Members.

Administration support may include and is not limited to travel coordination, event planning, and monthly reporting for the SLT and key team members. 

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the calendar, schedule meetings and, preparing agendas and assist the SLT in staying on track with the daily schedule.
• Responsible for travel arrangements and requirements, including obtaining visas respectively.
• Provides smooth communication between the SLT office and internal departments/directors, demonstrating leadership qualities in maintaining open and transparent communication and support to the Senior Leadership team.
• Communicates directly and on behalf of the SLT with leadership members and other Directors on matters relating to the SLT.
• Assist SLT in meeting preparation and timely communication, both written and oral, with employees and external audiences.  This may include drafting correspondence and preparing other required presentations/documentation with minimal supervision.
• Manage all incoming requests into the SLT office (via mail, phone or email), and making sure they are addressed.
• Successfully completes critical aspects of deliverables with a hands-on approach, including drafting acknowledgement letters, personal correspondence, and other tasks that facilitate the SLT’s ability to lead effectively.
• Prioritizes conflicting needs, handles tasks expeditiously, proactively and follows through on projects to successful completion often with tight deadlines.
• Discreet and confidential handling of sensitive company information. 
• Work with internal audiences and SLT’s direct reports to ensure agendas and deadlines are met.
• Manage and oversee that all expenses and invoices are processed.
• Documenting minutes of SLT meetings and other meetings as required.
• Responsible for arranging any SLT’s offsite meetings and other functions.
• Undertake special projects under the direction of the SLT and perform other duties as needed.
• Ad-hoc support with projects, activities and tasks as needed.
  
  

 

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Excellent command of English and knowledge of another European language or Arabic will be a plus for the multi-national and multi-cultural team.
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong work ethic, can-do attitude, and positive disposition
• Customer oriented, approachable, and strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A good team player with an international mindset
• Excellent organization, time management and problem-solving skills
• Excellent MS Office skills (advanced)
  
  

 

Requisite Education And Experience / Minimum Qualifications

 

• University degree in Business Administration or related area.
• Minimum 3-5 years year experience in supporting senior management ideally within apparel (sports) /fashion/shoes or FMCG industry.
  
  

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