Office Assistant / Administrative Assistant (UAE National)

About the role

A government/public sector employer in Abu Dhabi is looking for a proactive Office Assistant / Administrative Assistant who is a UAE national. The role covers a mix of technical and non-technical tasks, from data entry and document management to meeting coordination and customer service, supporting smooth day-to-day operations.

Key responsibilities

• Perform data entry, document management, filing and record keeping accurately
• Manage incoming and outgoing email correspondence
• Coordinate meeting logistics and schedule appointments
• Provide general administrative support, including basic accounting tasks such as invoice processing
• Maintain office supplies, equipment and workspace organisation
• Answer and direct customer and internal inquiries professionally
• Help with time management and prioritisation to meet deadlines
• Prepare office correspondence, reports and presentations as needed
• Support ad hoc projects and problem-solving initiatives

Required profile

• UAE national with 0-1 year of office administrative experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good customer service orientation
• Ability to multitask, manage time and solve routine problems

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong data entry, document management and filing skills
• Basic accounting knowledge (invoice processing, expense tracking)
• Preferred: associate degree or diploma in Business Administration, familiarity with office management procedures, and bilingual English and Arabic