Executive Secretary / Assistant to the CEO
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Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE Organization: International Community Schools (ICS) – Group of Schools (6 Branches) About Us International Community Schools (ICS) is one of Abu Dhabi's leading educational groups, operating six schools committed to delivering excellence in education.
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Organization
International Community Schools (ICS) – Group of Schools (6 Branches)
About Us
International Community Schools (ICS) is one of Abu Dhabi's leading educational groups, operating six schools committed to delivering excellence in education.
We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and professional
Executive Secretary And Executive Assistant
to provide comprehensive administrative and executive support to our Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the CEO's calendar, appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements.
- Coordinate and prepare meeting agendas, presentations, reports, and minutes.
- Draft, proofread, and manage professional correspondence in both
- English and Arabic
- .
- Act as the primary point of contact between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders.
- Maintain confidential records, documents, and executive files with the highest level of discretion.
- Coordinate with school leaders and department heads across all six branches.
- Track action items and ensure timely follow-up on executive decisions.
- Organize executive meetings, events, and official visits.
- Handle administrative tasks and provide general executive support as required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
- Minimum
- 3–5 years of experience
- as an Executive Secretary or Executive Assistant supporting senior executives.
- **Fluency in both Arabic and English (reading, writing, and speaking) is mandatory.**
- **Previous experience in the education or school sector is highly preferred.**
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management abilities.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and digital collaboration tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting C-level executives or senior leadership.
- Knowledge of UAE education sector practices and professional correspondence.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Professional and collaborative working environment.
- Opportunity to work closely with executive leadership and contribute to the strategic growth of a leading educational group.
- If you are a highly organized, bilingual professional with a passion for executive support and educational excellence, we invite you to apply and become part of the International Community Schools family.
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