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Job Title Office Manager

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Founded in 1984, APCO Worldwide is an award-winning, independently owned global communication and business strategy firm with offices in major cities throughout North America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. APCO combines a global perspective with local expertise to help clients around the world manage challenges, opportunities, perceptions and reputations. APCO clients include corporations and governments; industry associations and nonprofit organizations; and many of the top companies on the Fortune 500. The firm is a majority women-owned business. The office Manager role is to serve as the main point of contact for office management and assist the managing director in the day to day duties Office Manager and Administrative Duties: Manage day to day operation of the office including: o Maintenance o Mailing o Ordering supplies o Handling bills Ensuring the office is presentable and maintaining the upkeep of the premises Answering all incoming calls and attending to guests Liaising with suppliers to order office/pantry supplies, equipment, furniture and marketing material. Maintain the list of office reference materials, such as newspapers, publications, and other online subscriptions and keeping track of such expenses. Maintaining of filing system for Administration/Finance. Maintain office expenses and prepare monthly or quarterly reports Manage PRO and all needed government paperwork (employees visas, medical insurance, registrations) Supporting IT-related matters such as mobile phone contracts and purchasing IT equipment Serve as part of the overall company administrative team and assist other project groups when time allows Finding and managing vendors for outsourcing such as translation agencies, monitoring & clipping agencies, and multicasting services Helping employees with client events and conferences arrangements Liaising with building manager and office owner Health & safety management Conducting admin induction for new hires Work with HR team in planning and executing employee engagement activities Providing logistics and on ground support for expats Executive Assistant to the Managing Director Duties: Act as the point of contact among leadership, employees, clients and other external partners Manage information flow in a timely and accurate manner Manage calendars and set up meetings Make travel and accommodation arrangements Take minutes during meetings Support leadership team on client presentations Providing excellent customer service for internal and external clients, and administrative support for major APCO clients. AD-Hocks Assignment/reports: As per the Direct Manager's requests Competencies Excellent communication skills written and verbally Organization Skills Attention to details Presentation skills Teamwork skills Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Equivalent Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience Knowledge in Microsoft office word, excel, PowerPoint Work Conditions The physical abilities needed to perform the duties of this position, in addition to the office climate: Office environment is general office setting Some travel may be required Must reside in Abu Dhabi or be willing to relocate Willing to work additional or irregular hours as needed and allowed by local regulations About APCO in the Middle East and North Africa Home to some of the fastest growing economies in the world, the Middle East and North Africa region has a pivotal role to play in driving global conversations - from environmental policies to religion and pop culture. The UAE and Saudi Arabia are clear leaders in this equation, although the wave of innovation continues to transcend borders. APCO launched its regional operations in 2006 in Dubai. Growing from a team of less than 10 consultants, APCO today has over 200 people from 26 countries working in teams across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Manama and Kuwait and our projects take us to countries across the region and the Levant. APCO was awarded Best Agency in the Middle East by PRWeek in 2019 and Best Agency to Work for: EMEA Network by PRovoke Media in 2017 and 2019. With a portfolio of over 100 clients, APCO's MENA offices deliver public relations and digital communication support across health, food, consumer & retail, finance, technology, real estate & hospitality, non-profit and public affairs practices. The region also offers specialized services, created for the Middle East, such as our Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) model and our Compass and License to Operate offerings. In addition, APCO's global AI Comms Lab, a first-of-its-kind innovation center which utilizes artificial intelligence to build and protect the reputations of major global brands, governments and organizations is driven from the Dubai office. From helping governments connect with the private sector and civil society, to supporting the Pope's historic visit to the region and launching iconic brands and destinations, we understand the nuances of the MENA region and pride ourselves on making an impact.

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