Organising and maintaining a diary and email account, as well as scheduling appointments for Partner
Coordinating and scheduling daily agenda and to-do list, as well as daily, weekly and monthly calendar appointments. Also, managing and organising personal agenda, meetings, travels, correspondence and daily routine calls
Managing all incoming and outgoing correspondence, i.e., sort and read mail, draft responses, print attachments, maintain network database, receive and send packages, type and dispatch all correspondence. Also, collecting and opening all paper mail addressed to Director
Managing incoming and outgoing telephone calls, enquiries and requests, and handling them when appropriate
Coordinating and scheduling all business and personal vacation travel arrangements and occasionally, accommodation
Attending to and monitoring urgent enquiries and issues, ensuring that they are brought to the direct attention and where necessary, referring matters to the appropriate manager for action
Devising and maintaining office systems, including data management and filing
Meeting and greeting visitors
Taking dictation on various matters from Director
Organising meetings and ensuring that Directors well-prepared for meetings
Representing Directorate events if necessary
Maintaining all personal and professional files, ensuring that a comprehensive filing system is in place
Ensuring busy diary commitments and travel arrangements are managed effectively including producing a daily folder with diary and task sheets
Liaising with relevant individuals, external organizations, etc. to arrange meetings and prepare agendas
Maintaining confidentiality, recording and filing system for Director’soffice
Undertaking any other duties as may be requested by the Director
Educational Requirements
University Degree (a foreign degree will be an added advantage)
Excellent computer skills – Proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook email & calendar system
Minimum Experience
3 years experience in a similar capacity working with Senior management and executives
Global exposure in dealing with various cultures/personal styles will be a plus
Competences:
Must possess excellent communication and persuasive skills; ability to prepare a variety of written communication, including emails, letters, request and formal correspondence
Must possess an amiable personality and people-management skills
Must be a self-starter, result-oriented and highly motivated
Must be confident and able to work with minimal Supervision
Ability to maintain grace under pressure
International exposure/experience preferred
Ability to prioritise administrative duties and complete work within set times
Perform work at a high level of competence, demonstrating sound grammatical skills and strong attention to detail