Office Assistant - Contract Position in Sharjah, UAE

Work standard; Sharjah; On-site; AED 48,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Job summary

Work standard is seeking an Office Assistant for a contract position in Sharjah, UAE. You will provide administrative and clerical support to the office team, answer calls, file, manage supplies, schedule meetings, and assist with basic bookkeeping.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills, fluent in English, and able to work in a fast-paced office. Accommodation is provided for the contract duration.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Experience in an office setting is preferred.
• Fluency in English and proficiency with Microsoft Office required.

Responsibilities

• Answering phone calls and directing them to the appropriate staff member.
• Greeting visitors and directing them to meetings or offices.
• Maintaining office supplies inventory and ordering as needed.
• Organizing and maintaining physical and electronic files.
• Assisting with basic bookkeeping tasks such as data entry and invoice processing.
• Scheduling appointments and meetings for staff.

Skills

English (Fluent)

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Office Assistant - Contract Position in Sharjah, UAE. As an Office Assistant, you will be responsible for providing administrative and clerical support to the office team. Your main duties will include answering phone calls, organizing and maintaining files, managing office supplies, scheduling appointments and meetings, and assisting with basic bookkeeping tasks.

We are looking for a detail-oriented individual with excellent organizational and time-management skills. The ideal candidate should have experience working in an office setting and be comfortable using various computer programs such as Microsoft Office. Fluency in English is required for this role.

This is a contract position with a salary of 1300$ per month. The company will also provide accommodation for the duration of the contract. This opportunity is open to all nationalities, but proficiency in English is necessary.

Responsibilities:

• Answering phone calls and redirecting them to the appropriate staff member
• Greeting visitors and directing them to the appropriate meeting or office
• Maintaining office supplies inventory by checking stock levels and ordering new supplies as needed
• Organizing and maintaining physical and electronic files
• Assisting with basic bookkeeping tasks such as data entry and invoice processing
• Scheduling appointments and meetings for staff members
• Performing other administrative duties as assigned by management

Requirements:

• Previous experience working in an office setting preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive problem-solver with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively

Benefits:

• Accommodation for the duration of the contract

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and identities to apply for this position.