Executive Office & Strategy Coordinator

Sharjah Education Academy; Sharjah; On-site; AED 167,400 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharjah Education Academy is hiring an Office Manager to oversee day-to-day operations of the Executive Office, manage communications, and support leadership. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 10 years of senior administrative experience, preferably in higher education. Responsibilities include coordinating meetings, drafting reports, and maintaining organized workflows. Proficiency in MS Office and bilingual communication in English and Arabic is mandatory. This position is located in Sharjah, UAE.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 to 12 years of relevant experience in executive office or senior administrative roles.
• Experience within higher education, government, or large institutions is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure leadership time is aligned with institutional priorities and strategic initiatives.
• Coordinate logistics for executive meetings, official visits, and institutional events.
• Draft, review, and format official correspondence, reports, presentations, and briefing papers.
• Manage incoming and outgoing communications, ensuring accuracy and professionalism.
• Plan and coordinate high-profile institutional meetings and leadership events.

Skills

Report writing skills

Presentation skills

Organizational and time-management skills

Verbal communication in English

Verbal communication in Arabic

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Sharjah Education Academy is hiring an Office Manager to oversee day-to-day operations of the Executive Office, manage communications, and support leadership. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 10 years of senior administrative experience, preferably in higher education. Responsibilities include coordinating meetings, drafting reports, and maintaining organized workflows. Proficiency in MS Office and bilingual communication in English and Arabic is mandatory. This position is located in Sharjah, UAE.