Executive Assistant to Founder – Short-Term Contract (Damascus)

About the role

Vinyl Pipes, a four‑generation Indian manufacturer expanding into Syria’s reconstruction market, is seeking a sharp Executive Assistant to support its founder during a short‑term on‑site visit in Damascus. The role combines high‑level administrative support with Arabic‑English interpretation and local market groundwork.

Key responsibilities

• Accompany the founder to meetings in Damascus and provide Arabic‑English interpretation.
• Plan and manage daily schedules, meetings, logistics and local transport.
• Identify and arrange meetings with contractors, distributors, developers and relevant government offices.
• Draft and translate business messages, emails and short documents in Arabic and English.
• Maintain a simple tracker of contacts, meetings and next steps, sharing daily updates.
• Conduct local groundwork: verify company credentials, collect price quotes and check basic facts.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years experience as an executive assistant, office manager or coordinator; NGO, UN or international‑company experience a plus.
• Fluent Arabic and strong business English, both written and spoken.
• Established network in Damascus business circles or ability to build one quickly.
• Based in Damascus and available full days on‑site during the visit.
• Organised, discreet and responsive.

What we offer

• Weekly pay in advance for the duration of the assignment.
• Potential for repeat engagements and a longer‑term role based on performance.