ISP Executive Assistant – Middle East & Asia

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Role Profile

Purpose of Role

This role provides executive support to the Middle East & Asia divisional leadership team of ISP, consisting of a Divisional CEO, Divisional CFO, Divisional COO, and a Divisional Chief Learning Officer.

As our Executive Assistant, you will be the backbone of our executive team, managing a diverse range of responsibilities that keep our company running smoothly. Your primary focus will be arranging travel, coordinating company events, providing executive administrative support, and spearheading data collection and reporting projects.

About ISP

We are the International Schools Partnership (ISP), a global community of 104 schools across 25 countries.

We champion a transformative approach to learning that goes beyond the classroom.

By igniting our students' curiosity and growing their self-confidence, we empower them to become the next generation of changemakers.

Travel Arrangements

Orchestrate complex international travel itineraries, ensuring seamless experiences from departure to return.

Research and book flights, accommodations, and ground transportation, always mindful of budget constraints and preferences.

Prepare detailed travel briefings and manage last-minute changes with efficiency.

Event Coordination

Plan and execute high-profile company events, from intimate executive retreats to large-scale conferences.

Manage all aspects of event logistics, including venue selection, catering, audiovisual needs, and attendee communications.

Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure flawless event execution.

Executive Administration

Provide comprehensive administrative support to the executive team, including calendar management, correspondence handling, taking minutes for meetings and ensuring follow up on action points.

Act as a liaison between executives and internal/external stakeholders, maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

Prepare and edit high-impact presentations and reports for executive use.

Data Collection and Reporting

Conduct research and analyse data to identify trends in the K-12 education sector.

Compile and present actionable insights to inform strategic decision-making.

Create compelling reports and presentations.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

Fluency in written and spoken English.

Ability to work flexibly across numerous time zones.

Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels.

Minimum five (5) years’ experience working in a global organisation supporting an executive team.

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills, problem-solving skills and time management capabilities.

Proficiency in MS Office suite.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.