EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

RD AMERICAN SCHOOL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

RD American School, partnering with Riverdale Country School, seeks an Executive Assistant to support senior leadership with calendar management, reports, and board briefings.

This role involves coordinating operational projects, data collection and analysis, travel arrangements, and event planning across international travels, ensuring confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive information.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as an Executive Assistant or in a project/operations support role.
• Strong English communication skills (spoken and written); other languages are an advantage.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level executive support: calendar management, meeting coordination, reports and board briefing materials.
• Assist with operational projects, data collection, analysis, and tracking key metrics to support school initiatives.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel and support planning and execution of events and conferences.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in handling sensitive information; support procurement and office operations.

Skills

English communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Management or related field

Job description

JOB TITLE: EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

ABOUT

RD American School partners exclusively with Riverdale Country School - one of America's top-ranked private schools. We are more than an educational institution - we are an accelerator of learning. Our approach is grounded in cognitive science and modern pedagogy, empowering students to thrive in a complex, fast-changing world.

ROLE

The Executive Assistant (EA) will provide high-level administrative and operational support to senior leadership, while also playing a key role in assisting with projects and school-wide initiatives. This role requires a proactive, highly organized individual with strong execution skills, the ability to work under pressure, and flexibility to travel when needed.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Executive Support

• Manage calendars, meetings, and correspondence for senior leadership.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and briefing materials for meetings and board updates.
• Coordinate and follow up on action items from leadership meetings.
• Serve as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.

Operational & Strategic Support

• Assist with operational projects, process improvements, and school initiatives.
• Support strategic planning by collecting data, preparing analysis, and tracking key metrics.
• Coordinate cross-departmental projects and ensure timely execution.
• Help implement leadership decisions and follow through on project deliverables.

Travel & Event Coordination

• Organize domestic and international travel arrangements for senior leadership.
• Support planning and execution of events, conferences, and school functions.

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Demonstrate self-discipline and ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• Support procurement duties.
• Upkeep office pantry.
• Provide ad-hoc support to leadership as required.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience as an Executive Assistant or in a project/operations support role.
• Strong English communication skills (spoken and written); other languages an advantage.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and execution skills.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, start-up environment and able to handle pressure.
• Willingness to travel for work, including internationally.
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Adaptable to a fast-paced international school environment.

At RD American School, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking team shaping the future of education. You’ll have the opportunity to innovate, lead, and make a meaningful impact on learners and families across the region.