Executive Assistant to Regional Vice President

Job Overview

IFC is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the Regional Vice President in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This role involves providing comprehensive administrative and operational support to ensure the smooth functioning of the RVP’s office and regional operations.

Company Overview

IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, is the largest global development institution focused exclusively on the private sector in developing countries. We utilize and leverage our products and services—as well as products and services of other institutions in the World Bank Group—to provide development solutions customized to meet clients’ needs. We apply our financial resources, technical expertise, global experience, and innovative thinking to help our partners overcome financial, operational, and political challenges. Clients view IFC as a provider and mobilizer of scarce capital, knowledge, and long-term partnerships that can help address critical constraints in areas such as finance, infrastructure, employee skills, and the regulatory environment. IFC is also a leading mobilizer of third-party resources for its projects. Our willingness to engage in difficult environments and our leadership in crowding-in private finance enable us to extend our footprint and have a development impact well beyond our direct resources. For more information, visit www.ifc.org.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Market Competitive
• Job Type: Full-time
• Qualifications: None mentioned
• Experience: 5 Year+

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complex calendars, scheduling meetings, and coordinating travel arrangements for the Regional Vice President.
• Prepare and organize documents, presentations, and reports for internal and external meetings.
• Act as a primary point of contact, liaising with internal departments, external partners, and high-level stakeholders.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and maintain a high level of professionalism.
• Assist with budget tracking, expense reports, and administrative tasks related to regional operations.
• Facilitate communication and follow-up on action items to ensure timely completion of tasks.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or similar administrative role, ideally supporting senior leadership.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other relevant software.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain effective working relationships across diverse teams.

Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to global development impact through private sector solutions.
• Work in a dynamic and multicultural international organization.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities within the World Bank Group.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Engaging and supportive work environment.