Summary description:

The Executive Assistant / Office Manager will provide high-level administrative support to the Office of Middle East and Africa (MEA) within the International Trade Administration’s Global Markets division, reporting to the MEA Deputy Assistant Secretary and the MEA Executive Director. Responsibilities include managing schedules, preparing official correspondence, organizing briefings, coordinating meetings with internal and external stakeholders, handling document workflows, maintaining office records, supporting event logistics, and facilitating communication across domestic and overseas commercial service offices. The Executive Assistant will also support strategic initiatives, track taskers, and ensure efficient office operations in a fast-paced, policy-oriented environment.

Job description:

The Executive Assistant / Office Manager will provide high-level administrative support to the Office of Middle East and Africa (MEA) within the International Trade Administration’s Global Markets division, reporting to the MEA Deputy Assistant Secretary and the MEA Executive Director. Responsibilities include managing schedules, preparing official correspondence, organizing briefings, coordinating meetings with internal and external stakeholders, handling document workflows, maintaining office records, supporting event logistics, and facilitating communication across domestic and overseas commercial service offices. The Executive Assistant will also support strategic initiatives, track taskers, and ensure efficient office operations in a fast-paced, policy-oriented environment.

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