Administrative Assistant- Qatari National

Administrative Assistant - Qatari National

University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) was officially established by the Emiri Decision No13 of 2022, and it is the first national university specializing in academic applied, technical, and professional education in the State of Qatar. UDST has over 70 bachelor's and master's degree programs, diplomas, and certificates. The university houses 5 colleges : The College of Business, the College of Computing and Information Technology, the College of Engineering and Technology, the College of Health Sciences, and the College of General Education, in addition to specialized training centers for individuals and companies. UDST is recognized for its student-centered learning and state-of-the-art facilities. Its world-renowned faculty and researchers work on developing the students’ skills and help raise well-equipped graduates who proudly serve different sectors of the economy and contribute to achieving human, social, and economic development goals nationally and internationally.

With more than 700 staff and over 8,000 students, UDST is the destination of choice for applied and experiential learning. The University is recognized for its student-centered learning and state-of-the-art facilities. Our faculty are committed to delivering pedagogically-sound learning experiences that incorporate innovative learning technologies. Our aim is to enhance students’ skills and help develop talented graduates who can effectively contribute to a knowledge-based economy and make Qatar’s National Vision 2030 a reality.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and office support to the overall team to facilitate day-to-day operations smoothly and efficiently.
• Understand and adhere to the Values, Mission and Vision of UDST and provide administrative and secretarial support.
• Serve as a primary point of direct administrative contact and liaison with other offices, individuals, external institutions and agencies on a range of issues; utilize knowledge and understanding of underlying operational issues to assist in administrative problem solving.
• Provide support for associated activities that include managing the schedule / calendar, making travel arrangements, screening and handling telephone communications, greeting and directing visitors and dealing with administrative problems / inquiries as appropriate.
• Organize and facilitate meetings, conferences, and special events as requested; schedule and coordinate date and time, venue, attendance, agenda and facilities, take minutes / notes and provide administrative support along with follow-up on matters arising from meetings.
• Establish and maintain files / records; gather, enter, and / or update data to maintain records, files and database, as appropriate in addition to being responsible for the administration, security, confidentiality, and retention of office files.
• Create, compose, and edit technical and / or administrative correspondence and documentation; prepare a variety of technical, statistical, financial and narrative report, letter, memo, and other written correspondence and screen / evaluate incoming and outgoing correspondence and prepare response as appropriate.
• Serve as front desk receptionist / admin assistant during meal breaks, rest periods, and at other times when needed.
• Assist in the coordination, control, and completion of special projects; prepare presentations, assist other administrative assistants and perform assigned tasks specific to the respective Business Unit.
• Serve as an integral component in staff, faculty and student activities as directed by the line manager.
• Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.

Qualifications

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Administrative

Industries

Higher Education

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