Executive Secretary

Job Description

Jamjoom Pharma has in a very short span of time emerged, as one of the leading pharmaceutical companies in the Afrasia region. The geographical focus of the company is on countries in the Middle East, Africa, and CIS regions. Strategic focus on selected therapeutic categories has contributed to the rapid growth, market acceptance, and overall success of the company.

Role Summary:

An Executive Secretary maintains the executive’s agenda, plans appointments and meetings, attends meetings and takes minutes, handles phone calls, manages correspondence, arranges travel, maintains records, and assists in various administrative tasks. They ensure efficient coordination and support to executives, allowing them to focus on their managerial responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

• Maintaining executive’s agenda and assist in planning appointments, board meetings, conferences etc.
• Attending meetings and keep minutes.
• Receiving and screening phone calls and redirecting them when appropriate.
• Handle and prioritize all outgoing or incoming correspondence (e-mail, letters, packages etc.).
• Make travel arrangements for executives.
• Handle confidential documents ensuring they remain secure.
• Prepare invoices or financial statements and provide assistance in bookkeeping.
• Monitor office supplies and negotiate terms with suppliers to ensure the most cost-effective orders.
• Maintain electronic and paper records ensuring information is organized and easily accessible.
• Conduct research and prepare presentations or reports as assigned.

Qualifications: 

• 3- 5 years of full-time experience in same filed 
• Degree in business administration or relative field.
• Proven experience as executive secretary or similar administrative role.
• Proficient in MS Office and “back-office” software (e.g. ERP).
• In depth knowledge of office management and basic accounting procedures as well as technical vocabulary of relevant industry.
• Familiarity with basic research methods and reporting techniques.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities.
• Integrity and confidentiality.
• Fluency in Arabic & English languages.