Geosyntec Consultants · 5 hours ago
Emirati National Administrative Assistant
First, WV
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expGeosyntec Consultants is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm seeking an Emirati National Administrative Assistant to provide office and reception support in their Dubai office. The role involves performing various administrative and secretarial tasks, requiring initiative and independent judgment to manage a diversified workload.
ConsultingCRMEnvironmental ConsultingInformation TechnologyInnovation Management
Responsibilities
Assemble and coordinate the production of reports, technical papers, forms and summaries and other documents of varying complexity and confidentiality prepared by, or under the supervision of the Office Manager, professional staff or Branch Manager
Compose material and information and type and design general correspondence, memos, charts, tables, graphs, business plans, reports and documents relating to client, project, and professional matters. Proofread copy for spelling, grammar and layout making appropriate changes. Responsible for accuracy and clarity of final copy. Sign correspondence as required
Create logs and databases
Perform desktop publishing and develop visual presentations for professional staff
Schedule and organize complex activities such as travel, client meetings, staff meetings, conferences, interviews and teleconferences, department and/or branch activities
Maintain appointment schedule, calendar and travel itinerary of professional staff
Organize and prioritize large volumes of information and calls
Sort and distribute mail. Draft written responses or reply by phone or e-mail when necessary. Respond to regularly occurring requests for information
Field/answer routine and non-routine questions. Work in cooperation with other assistants to cover phones
Establish, develop, maintain and update client, project, governmental agency and confidential filing systems, and, as required, maintain and update library of professional journals and magazines
Interact directly and act as a liaison with other departments, outside agencies, clients and staff, under the direction of manager, professional staff and other senior management
Complete Proposal Initiation and Project Initiation forms and open project files
Conduct research and compile and process statistical reports
Maintain calendar system regarding work in progress and inform professional staff of due dates
Deal with printer, photographer, as needed
Proof billing reviews and client invoices for accuracy
Track budgets for projects and maintain accurate records in project-related costs and project management systems
May review dailies, newspapers, newsletters for business leads or other important information
May supervise clerical personnel and their assignments including: Manage day to day operations and workflow; Organize office procedures e.g. information filing, retrieval systems, supplies inventory and ordering; and Organize the operation of word processing and other equipment
Perform related administrative tasks and assist other administrative staff as needed
Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED with 4 years of experience; Associates (AA) with 2 years or Bachelor's (BA) Degree with no experience or equivalent experience supplemented by course work including business office procedures, typing, secretarial and related subjects or any related combination of education and experience
Accurate typing skills of a minimum of 40 to 50 wpm
Must be organized and able to multi-task
Availability to work overtime on short notice as required by project demands
Valid UAE driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel
Preferred
Advanced proficiency in the use of office equipment and the most recent release of MS Office and database software
Knowledge of operations, accounting procedures and administrative policies and procedures
Benefits
Competitive pay and benefits
Well-being programs to support you and your family
Company
Geosyntec Consultants
Geosyntec is a full-service consulting and engineering firm that works with private and public sector clients.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-05-10Acquired
Leadership Team
Peter Zeeb
Senior Principal, President and CEO
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