A Team Assistant provides vital administrative and organizational support to a team, managing tasks like scheduling, correspondence, travel arrangements, and office supplies to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and team efficiency. Key responsibilities include preparing for meetings, coordinating projects, handling documentation, and acting as a first point of contact, while essential skills are strong communication, organization, time management, and proficiency with office software.

Responsibilities: • Provide comprehensive administrative and operational support, using discretion to resolve first-line issues and escalating when necessary. • Organize key team meetings, manage calendars, schedule appointments, and assist with travel arrangements including hotel, taxi, and train bookings. • Maintain and improve office processes, systems, and inventories including newsroom assets, safety equipment, and supplies; liaise with service providers and building management. • Prepare and archive documents, presentations, reports, editorial materials, and correspondence using standard software and clear briefs. • Coordinate IT requests, systems access, and ensure staff are equipped appropriately during onboarding, transitions, or departures. • Support HR-related tasks including leave tracking, freelancer agreements, and documentation for work and residency processes for expats. • Assist with procurement processing, fleet management tracking, and small purchasing such as stationery and office supplies. Qualifications: • Fluent in both Arabic and English with excellent written and verbal communication skills • Proven experience in an administrative or office support role within at least one organization. • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, with the ability to prioritize workload and meet tight deadlines. • Effective communication skills and ability to work well with people at all levels; fluent in both Arabic and English. • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) and confident in document preparation and data analysis. • Ability to use initiative with minimal supervision, demonstrating high attention to detail, discretion, and professionalism.

Interested candidates can send their CV to: bbchr@bbc.co.uk