Office Manager & Personal Assistant to Chief Strategy and Engagement Officer

About the role

UWCSEA is looking for an Office Manager & Personal Assistant to support the Chief Strategy and Engagement Officer (CSEO) across its two campuses. The role begins in August 2026 and combines high‑level executive support with the management of office operations, ensuring the department runs smoothly and the CSEO’s strategic time is protected.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the CSEO’s complex diary, act as a professional gatekeeper and coordinate internal and external stakeholder interactions.
• Oversee dual‑campus office operations, including budget administration, procurement liaison and onboarding of new team members.
• Lead the end‑to‑end planning and delivery of departmental events, from concept through execution.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to monitor project milestones and drive strategic initiatives forward.
• Design and optimise departmental workflows to enhance synergy and align outputs with college‑wide strategic priorities.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications or a related field, or an equivalent diploma with substantial administrative experience.
• Minimum five years of administrative experience, with at least three years supporting C‑suite or senior leadership.
• Experience in event management and exposure to communications, marketing or public relations environments is advantageous.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, high discretion and the ability to maintain confidentiality in a complex environment.

Required skills

• Advanced diary and calendar management.
• Budget administration and procurement coordination.
• Event planning and execution.
• Strong organisational and workflow design capabilities.