Requirements
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, preferably in Education or Business Administration, and a minimum of 5 years of experience as a Personal Assistant supporting senior leadership, ideally in the education sector. Excellent English and Arabic communication, proficiency in MS Office Suite, and strong organizational, multitasking, integrity, discretion, and adaptability skills are essential.
Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Administration & Secretarial
Company Industry
Education & Training
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Principal Personal Assistant to support the leadership team in a dynamic educational environment in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will manage complex schedules, coordinate communications, and streamline administrative processes to ensure efficient operations within our institution.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the principal's calendar, appointments, and travel arrangements with precision and confidentiality.
- Serve as the primary point of contact between the principal, staff, students, and external stakeholders.
- Prepare, proofread, and manage correspondence, reports, and presentations.
- Coordinate meetings, including agenda preparation, minute taking, and follow-up on action items.
- Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism.
- Assist in organizing school events and special projects as required.
- Liaise with internal departments and external partners to facilitate smooth communication and workflow.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, preferably in Education or Business Administration.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Personal Assistant supporting senior leadership, ideally in the education sector.
- Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills with a keen eye for detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite and common office management software.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism in handling sensitive information.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and meet tight deadlines.
- Previous experience in an international school or education environment is an advantage
About the Company
AlephYa is an educational group established in the UAE that owns and operates schools across the GCC with a core focus on nurturing global citizens who have a strong connection to their heritage and the world we live in. Our schools provide high quality education that is affordable and accessible to every child. Staying true to its origins, the name AlephYa was inspired from the first and last alphabets of the Arabic language respectively.
‘Aleph’ & ‘Ya’ represent the ‘A to Z’ of learning and education.
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