Team Assistant – Regional Hub (Riyadh)

About the role

The Team Assistant will support the World Bank Regional Hub in Riyadh, providing essential administrative and logistical assistance to a diverse team of local and international specialists. This role ensures smooth daily operations and contributes to the delivery of advisory and knowledge services across the MENA region.

Key responsibilities

• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements for staff.
• Prepare, edit, and distribute documents, presentations, and reports.
• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence in English and Arabic.
• Maintain filing systems, databases, and procurement records.
• Assist in organizing events, workshops, and stakeholder meetings.
• Support procurement processes and monitor office supplies.
• Ensure compliance with World Bank policies and regional guidelines.

Required profile

• Local recruitment with fluency in English and Arabic.
• Strong organizational and time‑management abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
• Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Effective email and calendar management.
• Basic data entry and record‑keeping capabilities.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work with a leading global development institution.
• Exposure to high‑impact projects across the Middle East and North Africa.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A supportive, diverse, and collaborative work environment.