managing director

SHAFA AL NAHDAH BUILDING CONTRACTING LLC

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 Executive Assistant to Managing Director
 
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Dubai, UAE
 
 
 
 Travel:
 
 
 Frequent travel to Tanzania (extended stays required)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Overview
 
 
 
 We are seeking a highly disciplined, structured, and execution-driven
 
 Senior Executive Assistant
 
 to support a Managing Director overseeing multiple agribusiness and industrial operations across the UAE and East Africa.
 
 
 The Senior Executive Assistant will function as the Managing Director&rsquo;s operational extension &mdash; ensuring priorities are executed, deadlines are enforced, communication is structured, and strategic initiatives move forward without delay.
 
 
 This role requires maturity, decisiveness, strong follow-through, and the ability to operate confidently at C-suite level.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Core Mandate
 
 
 
 The SEA exists to:
 
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 Protect the MD&rsquo;s time
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 Enforce structure across departments
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 Ensure execution of decisions
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 Improve organizational response speed
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 Reduce operational friction
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 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 1. Executive Rhythm &amp; Priority Control
 
 
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 Own and structure the MD&rsquo;s calendar with strategic prioritization
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 Prepare daily and weekly priority maps
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 Maintain action logs for all executive decisions
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 Ensure zero loss of instruction or follow-through
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 Escalate risks early
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 2. Cross-Department Execution Oversight
 
 
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 Track KPIs across finance, operations, HR, and projects
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 Coordinate structured updates from department heads
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 Identify underperformance before it reaches crisis level
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 Ensure alignment between Dubai headquarters and Tanzania operations
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 3. Multi-Country Operational Coordination
 
 
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 Coordinate frequent travel between Dubai and Tanzania
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 Travel with the MD when required
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 Act as temporary coordination hub when on-site in Tanzania
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 Maintain structured documentation across locations
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 4. Executive Communication Control
 
 
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 Draft high-level correspondence
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 Interface with senior managers and investors
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 Filter inbound requests to protect executive bandwidth
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 Ensure all communication is structured and clear
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 5. Personal Executive Management
 
 
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 Manage personal and family calendar
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 Coordinate appointments and personal commitments
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 Organise and execute personal tasks on behalf of the MD
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 Required Experience
 
 
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 7+ years supporting CEOs, founders, or Managing Directors
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 Experience in structured corporate or multi-entity environments
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 Exposure, operations, or large-scale projects preferred
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 Experience operating in emerging markets is advantageous
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 Required Competencies
 
 
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 Exceptional organization skills
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 High execution discipline
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 Strong written and verbal English
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 Undertands how to utalize AI for better efficency
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 Ability to hold senior managers accountable respectfully
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 Strong reporting and documentation habits
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 Emotional intelligence with firmness
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 Personality Profile
 
 
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 Calm under pressure
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 Proactive and anticipatory
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 Loyal and discreet
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 High work stamina
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 Structured thinker
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 Not intimidated by strong personalities
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 Comfortable operating in high-performance environments
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 Travel Requirements
 
 
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 Must be willing to travel regularly to Tanzania
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 Extended stays (1&ndash;4 weeks) required
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 Comfortable working in operational environments
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 Performance Metrics (KPIs)
 
 
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 100% meeting action tracking
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 Zero missed critical deadlines
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 Weekly executive dashboard delivered consistently
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 Improved cross-department execution speed
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 Reduced operational delays
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byteSpark.ai

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 📌 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
 
 
 A client of byteSpark.ai, a premier investment firm with offices in Riyadh and Dubai, is urgently seeking a highly experienced Senior Administrative Manager to join our dynamic team. This pivotal role is a unique blend of executive assistance, operations, HR, and office management, designed for a proactive and organized professional to support our senior leadership and ensure the seamless day-to-day running of the business. The successful candidate will manage a wide range of responsibilities, from complex calendar management and board logistics to vendor relations and recruitment coordination. You will be instrumental in liaising with compliance teams, supporting regulatory requirements, and driving key business initiatives. We are looking for a discreet and independent individual with a strong background in financial services, preferably within a DIFC/DFSA or CMA regulated environment. This is a high-responsibility position offering significant exposure to the core functions of a leading investment firm. The role is preferably based in Riyadh but is open to exceptional Arabic-speaking candidates in Dubai.
 
 
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 🎯 𝗥𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀:
 
 
 &rtrif; 5 to 10+ years of experience in a comprehensive administrative, EA, or office management role within the financial or professional services industry.
 
 
 &rtrif; Proven experience providing high-level executive support to senior leadership, including complex diary and international travel management.
 
 
 &rtrif; Hands-on experience with HR coordination, including recruitment support, employee onboarding/offboarding, visa processing, and benefits administration.
 
 
 &rtrif; Demonstrated ability in office and operations management, including facilities oversight, vendor sourcing, and contract management.
 
 
 &rtrif; Professional working proficiency in Arabic is mandatory.
 
 
 &rtrif; Experience liaising with compliance, auditors, and external advisors on regulatory matters.
 
 
 &rtrif; Ability to work independently, manage multiple competing priorities, and maintain a high level of discretion and professionalism.
 
 
 &rtrif; Familiarity with supporting data protection processes and maintaining confidential records.
 
 
 ✨ 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀:
 
 
 &rtrif; Direct experience working within a DFSA or CMA-regulated firm is strongly preferred.
 
 
 &rtrif; Candidate is immediately available to start.
 
 
 &rtrif; Based in Riyadh, with a preference for Saudi nationals.
 
 
 &rtrif; Experience managing and coordinating Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives.
 
 
 &rtrif; Familiarity with business continuity planning and implementation.
 
 
 Role Highlights
 
 
 💰 Compensation
 
 
 AED 27K to 32K
 
 
 📍 Location
 
 
 Dubai
 
 
 📄 Employment Type
 
 
 Full-time
 
 
 ⌛ Experience
 
 
 5&ndash;10+ years
 
 
 🏢 Department
 
 
 Finance
 
 
 🏭 Industry
 
 
 Finance
 
 
 🔹 Sub-Industry
 
 
 Investment Banking
 
 
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 🚀 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗽 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗮𝗻 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 &ndash; 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗡𝗼𝘄! 🚀
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