Office assistant vacancy in Sharjah UAE

Office Assistant in Sharjah, UAE

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Office Assistant to join our team in Sharjah, UAE. As an Office Assistant, you will be responsible for providing support to our office staff and ensuring the smooth running of daily administrative operations.

Responsibilities:
- Greet and assist visitors, answer phone calls, and direct inquiries to the appropriate staff members
- Maintain office supplies and equipment inventory, order new supplies as needed
- Organize and schedule appointments for staff members
- Create and update records and databases using MS Office software
- Handle incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and deliveries
- Assist with basic bookkeeping tasks such as data entry and invoice processing
- Schedule meetings and take meeting minutes when necessary
- Keep the office clean and organized at all times
- Handle any other administrative tasks assigned by the management team

Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional qualifications in Office Administration are a plus
- Proven work experience as an Office Assistant or similar role
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask
- Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Fluency in English is required; knowledge of other languages is a plus

Preferred Qualifications:
As this position involves working with African clients, preference will be given to candidates from African countries. Candidates with prior experience working with African clients will be highly regarded.

We offer competitive salary packages including accommodation for non-local candidates. We also require all employees to have a valid biometric passport due to the nature of our business.

This is an urgent position so we are seeking candidates who are available to start immediately. If you meet the above requirements and are interested in joining our team as an Office Assistant in Sharjah, UAE, please submit your application today. We look forward to hearing from you!