The Senior Executive Secretary provides comprehensive executive administrative and office management support to the Director ensuring the efficient and smooth operation of the Director s office The role works closely with the Director and the Director s direct reports to coordinate business activities manage priorities facilitate communication and ensure timely follow-up on key deliverables and action items
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive executive secretarial and administrative support to the Director
- Manage the Director s complex calendar appointments meetings and daily schedule ensuring effective prioritization of commitments
- Coordinate domestic and international business travel including flights accommodation transportation visa applications and detailed travel itineraries
- Prepare review process and maintain business travel expenses and related administrative documentation
- Organize and coordinate meetings including venue bookings meeting logistics agendas materials and catering arrangements
- Record meeting minutes and action items monitor progress and follow up with relevant stakeholders to ensure timely completion
- Coordinate closely with the Director s direct reports and internal stakeholders to facilitate business activities and ensure effective follow-up
- Collate and consolidate weekly and monthly highlights reports presentations and management information
Knowledge Skills amp Competencies
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent calendar meeting and schedule management skills
- Strong coordination planning and follow-up capabilities
- Strong interpersonal and stakeholder-management skills
- High level of confidentiality integrity discretion and professional judgment
Education
- Associate Degree preferred in Office Management, Business Administration, Secretarial Studies , or a related discipline.
Experience
Experience 5 10 years of relevant experience in executive secretarial, secretarial, executive assistant, or administrative support roles. Previous experience supporting a Director, senior executive, or equivalent leadership position is preferred. Demonstrated experience in calendar management, business travel coordination, meeting management, correspondence, report preparation, and handling confidential information.
Key Attributes
- Professionalism and maturity
- High level of integrity and confidentiality
- Strong ownership and accountability
- Proactive and anticipatory approach
- Excellent organization and prioritization
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Ability to build effective relationships with senior stakeholders