Chief of Staff

Role Description The Chief of Staff is a part-time, hybrid role based in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates, with flexibility for some work from home. This role supports senior leadership by managing priorities, preparing briefings, and coordinating key projects and initiatives across the organization. Day-to-day activities include organizing executive calendars, facilitating leadership meetings, tracking action items, and ensuring timely follow-up with internal and external stakeholders. The Chief of Staff will synthesize information for decision-making, prepare reports and presentations, and help streamline communication between teams and the leadership. The role also involves monitoring progress on strategic plans, identifying risks or opportunities, and supporting special projects that advance the organization’s mission.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability in strategic planning, project coordination, and executive support, with experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, including clear written and verbal communication, stakeholder management, and the ability to prepare concise reports and presentations.
• Proficiency in organizing meetings, managing calendars, and using productivity and collaboration tools (e.g., office software suites, project management platforms).
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize information, identify key issues, and propose practical solutions.
• Experience working in hybrid environments and collaborating with cross-functional teams, ideally in a leadership support or operations role.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, management, or a related field; advanced degree or relevant certifications are an advantage.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity, with the ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
• Familiarity with the regional context of Abu Dhabi and the United Arab Emirates, or willingness to quickly learn and adapt to local business practices.