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Job Description:
Secretary/Administrative Assistant (UAE National)
Sharjah, UAE
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Administrative Assistant to join our team!
What You'll Be Doing:
Collects statistics and general data, reviews the information, and compiles it into standard reports for use within and outside the unit.
Prepares reports in spreadsheet, graphical, or narrative formats; may develop new reports or update existing ones as directed.
Verifies collected data, such as checking supplier invoices against file copies or other records, and distributes finalized reports as instructed by the supervisor.
Drafts and formats routine correspondence, memos, and simple reports that do not require the direct attention of the supervisor.
Answers and directs incoming telephone calls, takes accurate messages, and ensures timely follow-up.
Receives, sorts, and distributes incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries.
Establishes and maintains records and logs (e.g., equipment inventory and service dates), and may initiate service requests when required.
Assists with gathering basic data for the unit’s overhead budget and prepares related recurring reports; may complete preliminary reconciliations as appropriate.
Supports coordination of office space needs for the unit, including initiating requests for PCs and telephones, and updating the Corporate Directory as needed.
Assists in preparing occupancy or staffing reports and gathering information for unit or project presentations as directed by the supervisor.
Performs other related administrative and clerical duties as assigned to support the team.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Degree or diploma from a recognized institution
Ideally 3 years’ experience as an administrative roles
Experience with office software programs such as email, word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, power point and databases (i.e. MS Office suite of software)
Possess and demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic
Possess and demonstrate the ability to self-start, set priorities, and work both independently and within a team environment under deadlines.
Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!
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