Executive Assistant, Sustainable Growth

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative and logistical support to the leadership team, including complex calendar management, correspondence, and coordination across global time zones.
• Support preparation for high-level meetings and events with partners in government, philanthropy, and multilateral institutions.
• Draft and manage communications, presentations, and briefing materials for engagements across global health, climate, and impact investment domains.
• Track deliverables and action items to ensure timely follow-up and execution.
• Serve as a connective point between the Abu Dhabi-based principals and global teams, ensuring efficient information flow and alignment.
• Manage logistics for regional travel, events, and multi-stakeholder convenings.
• Coordinate with global operations, finance, and partnerships teams on contracts, invoicing, and administrative processes.
• Maintain organized systems for documentation, research, and reporting.
• Assist with coordination of strategic partnerships, grantmaking, or co-investment initiatives across the GCC and global networks.
• Conduct light background research on mission-aligned partners, development priorities, and philanthropic trends.
• Represent the Sustainable Growth Division with professionalism and discretion in interactions with senior stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or training in international development, global health, sustainability, or business administration preferred.
• 5+ years of experience supporting executives or programs within venture capital, philanthropy, development finance, or multilateral organizations.
• Strong understanding of impact-driven initiatives, global development, or sustainability ecosystems.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.
• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and cross-cultural fluency.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and digital collaboration tools (e.g., Slack, Zoom)

Attributes

• Purpose-driven, globally minded, and intellectually curious.
• Operates with integrity, judgment, and a solutions-oriented approach.
• Thrives in fast-paced, multicultural environments with distributed teams.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-management skills.