3 092 Administrative jobs in Bahrain
Executive Assistant and Office Manager
Posted 3 days ago
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Career Opportunities with Avana Companies
A great place to work.
As a people-first organization, AVANA Companies is the sum of our team members. Our team is the heart of our organization, across all our brands. Given everything they bring to the table, our goal is to enrich their lives as much as we enrich the lives of our clients and partners. At the end of the day, our passion is our people, and our purpose is to deliver Capital for a Better Tomorrow. As a united team, we passionately pursue that purpose – ultimately creating a lasting impression on our own lives and the lives of people around the world. We’re lucky that every day we get to collaborate and work together to accomplish that. It’s one of the many factors that make us a family of companies.
Want to learn more about how you can join our family? View our openings below and be sure to check back often, as our family is constantly growing.
This dual-role position is ideal for a high-performing professional with exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and administrative skills. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring efficient office operations while providing high-level personal assistance and executive support to the CEO.
Key Responsibilities :
Executive Support to the CEO
- Manage and optimize the CEO’s calendar including scheduling meetings, travel arrangements, and prioritization of daily tasks.
- Handle all correspondence on behalf of the CEO, including drafting emails, reports, presentations, and meeting notes.
- Act as the gatekeeper and point of contact between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders.
- Coordinate board meetings, investor meetings, and senior leadership offsites including preparing agendas, documentation, and minutes.
- Provide confidential administrative and business support, ensuring discretion and diplomacy at all times.
Office Management
- Oversee day-to-day office operations to ensure an efficient and professional working environment.
- Manage office budgets, expenses, and vendor relationships (supplies, IT, maintenance, etc.).
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements within the Bahrain office.
- Coordinate onboarding logistics for new employees (workspace, tech setup, supplies).
- Organize internal events, team-building activities, and other office functions.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in a similar role supporting C-suite executives.
- Prior experience in financial services, banking, or lending industries is highly desirable.
- Proven ability to multitask and prioritize workload in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- High level of discretion, integrity, and professionalism.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and virtual collaboration tools (Zoom, Slack, Notion, etc.).
- Familiarity with Bahrain’s business culture and office practices is a strong advantage.
About Us
AVANA Companies ( is a U.S. based group of credit and finance companies specializing in lending to specific niche industries that we’re highly knowledgeable in, such as hospitality, construction, and traditional Commercial Real Estate (CRE) because it enables us to provide the best possible service for our borrowers and minimize risk for our investors. We focus on helping small business owners and real estate developers across the USA by offering quick, adaptable, and dependable financing.
Based in Glendale, Arizona, our financial services firm stands at the forefront of the industry, embracing innovation and fostering a culture of excellence.
Founded in 2002, we have originated loans in excess of $6.5 Billion and managed $1 Billion assets for our investors.
Join a fast-scaling NBFC where you will be instrumental in building and strengthening our core credit and risk framework from day one. Work directly with founders and leadership in a transparent, fast-paced environment. This is a high-impact role with clear growth into future leadership.
#J-18808-LjbffrSystems Network Administrator
Posted 4 days ago
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Systems and Network Administrator
NSA Manama, Bahrain
The Systems and Network Administrator provides expert-level technical support to ensure the security, reliability, and efficiency of enterprise IT systems and networks. This position is responsible for deploying vendor security patches, maintaining server and storage environments, monitoring system performance, and supporting network infrastructure. The administrator will also create and maintain clear technical documentation and ensure adherence to best practices in system configuration and network operations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- Review, test, and deploy security patches across systems to ensure timely mitigation of vulnerabilities.
- Configure, maintain, and support enterprise storage systems, including Storage Area Networks (SAN) and Network Attached Storage (NAS).
- Perform server performance tuning, proactively monitor systems, and resolve performance issues using tools like SCOM and SCCM.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex network connectivity and performance issues.
- Configure and manage Windows and/or Linux servers in physical and virtualized environments.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, including system configurations, troubleshooting steps, and procedures.
- Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to support system integration, maintenance, and incident response.
- Ensure system availability, data integrity, and security compliance.
- Support incident response and problem resolution efforts as needed.
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- May substitute equivalent years of experience and relevant certifications in lieu of degree.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in systems and network administration.
- Proven experience with enterprise storage solutions (SAN/NAS).
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft System Center tools (SCOM, SCCM).
- Experience administering and maintaining servers in a Windows or mixed OS environment.
- Experience with security patch management and vulnerability remediation.
- Experience writing and maintaining system documentation.
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills for system and network issues.
- In-depth knowledge of Windows Server and/or Linux systems.
- Familiarity with ITIL-based service management principles.
- Experience with monitoring and alerting platforms.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently or collaboratively.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills.
- Required to work on-site at NSA Manama, Bahrain, with periodic travel to operational sites and regional facilities.
- CompTIA Security+ or equivalent certification is required.
- Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate or similar is preferred.
- VMware, Cisco, or other platform certifications is preferred.
- Qualification as an authorized company driver is required. All authorized company drivers must have a valid driver's license, current automobile insurance, and a driving record that is acceptable to the company's auto insurance provider.
- A Top Secret clearance is required for this position.
This position description outlines the general responsibilities and requirements for the stated position and in no way is an exhaustive list. The company maintains the right to assign or reassign responsibilities to this position at any time.
#J-18808-LjbffrPersonal Assistant to Chief Executive Officer
Posted 5 days ago
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Job Purpose: Our company is seeking a highly professional and experienced Personal Assistant to provide high level confidential support to the Chief Executive Officer by providing a full secretarial and administrative service, ensuring effective planning and administrative systems are in place and maintained efficiently and effectively.
Key Responsibilities- To act as a first point of contact dealing with correspondence and phone calls. To serve as the CEO's primary gatekeeper, managing access, communication, and requests efficiently.
- To proactively manage and coordinate the diary of the CEO by prioritising and arranging internal and external meetings, ensuring appropriate briefing papers are prepared and provided.
- To handle and maintain the highest level of discretion and utmost confidentiality across all tasks, both professional and personal.
- To coordinate and support both professional and personal duties, including lifestyle, household coordination, personal scheduling, and errands.
- Plan and organise travel and accommodation when required.
- To be available for matters outside regular office hours, as agreed with the CEO.
- Maintain effective filing and data storage, including emails and retrieval systems ensuring the needs of the CEO are met.
- To provide full personal assistant support by dealing with all correspondence and calls, drafting routine letters to a high standard, minute meetings, taking messages and other administrative tasks as required to support the CEO.
- To coordinate & arrange Management meetings as advised the CEO. This will include drafting agendas, collating papers and reports, taking minutes and following up action points.
- The assistant should seek approval from the CEO before accepting any tasks or instructions from anyone else.
- Assist with data entry and file management.
- Receiving and delivering messages and information to relevant parties/departments.
- In addition to the key responsibilities outlined in this job description, the successful candidate may be assigned adhoc tasks as needed. These tasks may vary in nature but are essential for supporting the overall objectives and functioning of the role. The ability to adapt, prioritize, and execute additional tasks efficiently and effectively is crucial in this position.
- Should be a Bahraini National Female
- Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution
- Proven experience of at least 2 years in a similar role
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software
- Extremely strong organizational and prioritization skills
- Excellent time management skills.
- Proven ability in travel arrangements and scheduling meetings/appointments.
- years of previous experience in a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant role.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Strong attention to detail and flexibility
We are looking for a Personal Assistant who is highly motivated, organized, and customer-focused. The ideal candidate must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work independently while remaining an active team member. If you meet the above requirements, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Interested candidates an send your CV to
#J-18808-LjbffrComputer Systems Administrator
Posted 6 days ago
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- Design, install, configure, and maintain computer systems, servers, and networks
- Perform server administration tasks, including user/group administration, security permissions, group policies, print services, event log warnings and errors, resource monitoring, ensuring system architecture components work together seamlessly
- Perform routine system updates, patches, and security configurations.
- Deploy and manage visualized environments on site using technologies such as Hyper-V
- Implement and manage cloud-based services and infrastructure, particularly AWS & Azure
- Ensure the integration and interoperability of cloud and on-premises systems
- Administration support for Microsoft Exchange
- Monitor system performance to ensure reliability and availability
- Provide advanced technical support and troubleshooting for hardware and software issues
- Provide technical support to end-users, resolving hardware and software issues
- Develop and implement data backup and disaster recovery plans
- Perform regular data backups and verify their integrity
- Coordinate recovery operations in case of data loss or system failure
- Manage network communication Devices (Firewall, Routers, switches, etc.)
- Implement and maintain security policies, procedures, and protocols
- Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
- Respond to and mitigate security incidents and breaches
- Maintain detailed documentation of system configurations, changes, and procedures
- Setting up user accounts and maintaining Active Directory
- Maintain internal infrastructure requirements including, laptop and desktop computers, servers, routers, switches, firewalls, printers and IP phones
- Generate regular reports on system performance, issues, and improvements
- Administration support for office 365
- Managing Cortex XDR security solution
- UPS setup and configuration
- Schedule and perform regular maintenance on Tape Library equipment and ensure the integrity and security of data stored on tapes
- Manage CCTV and IP Cameras
- Manage AccessControlSystems
Interested candidates can send their CVs to
#J-18808-LjbffrAssistant
Posted 6 days ago
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Attention! This vacancy is temporarily suspended.
Job Details- Position: Assistants (part-time and full-time)
- Location: United Kingdom
- Working days: 5 days per week
- Shift timing: Part-time 2-5 hours; Full-time 8 hours
- Salary: Per Day $120-$00; Per Week 900- 1200; Per Month 4000- 4500
- Basic English
- Available minimum 4 days per week
- No experience required (training will be provided)
Interested persons should inbox me. Telegram Number: . Send your CV or resume to my email.
#J-18808-LjbffrOracle Database Administrator
Posted 7 days ago
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VAM Systems is currently looking for a Database Administrator for our Bahrain operations with the following skillsets and terms and conditions.
Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
- AWS Certified Database – Specialty (highly recommended).
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate/Professional.
- Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)
- Strong hands-on experience with AWS databases (RDS, Aurora, DynamoDB, Redshift).
- Knowledge of AWS security and networking for databases (VPC, Subnets, Security Groups, IAM roles, Secrets Manager, KMS).
- Familiarity with AWS backup, monitoring, and high availability solutions
- Oracle (administration, RMAN, Data Guard, RAC, performance tuning, migration to AWS).
- PostgreSQL/MySQL (preferred for AWS RDS/Aurora environments).
- SQL Server (nice to have).
- Proficiency in SQL, PL/SQL, and query optimization.
- Experience with database upgrades, patching, and security hardening.
- Scripting skills (Python, Shell, or PowerShell).
- Understanding of ETL, BI, Data Warehousing, and data integration tools.
- Familiarity with DevOps practices (Terraform, CloudFormation, CI/CD).
- Self-learner with strong problem-solving skills, able to quickly adopt new technologies, troubleshoot independently, and stay updated with emerging database/cloud trends.
- Manage, monitor, and optimize cloud-based and on-premises databases (AWS RDS, Aurora, PostgreSQL, Oracle, and SQL Server).
- Ensure database availability, reliability, scalability, and performance through proactive monitoring and tuning.
- Implement and maintain backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies across hybrid environments.
- Handle database migrations (Oracle to AWS RDS/Aurora/PostgreSQL or SQL Server).
- Work with development teams to design efficient schemas, indexes, and queries.
- Enforce data security, compliance, and auditing policies.
- Automate database administration tasks using AWS tools (Lambda, CloudWatch, Systems Manager, etc.) and scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
- Collaborate with development team to integrate databases with CI/CD pipelines.
- Troubleshoot performance issues, blocking queries, and replication lag in multi-region environments.
Joining time frame: Immediate
#J-18808-LjbffrJob Title : Dean of the College of Administrative and Financial Sciences
Posted 8 days ago
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Reporting
The Dean of College shall report to the Vice President for Academic Affairs.
Responsibilities
The Dean of College shall be responsible for:
– implementing University policies and procedures at the College.
– executing decisions of the University and College Councils.
– composing college-level committees.
– approving departmental recommendations.
– supervising the teaching process in all Departments at the College and ensuring
performance of excellence.
– supervising and monitoring students’ guidance and advising along with their path till
they are awarded the degrees.
– overseeing course registrations by students.
– approving courses to be offered each semester and the faculty members assigned to
teach them.
– preparing College’s annual budget proposal.
– supervising the execution of the College’s research plan.
– communicating with the communal constituents and coordinating the community engagement activities within the College.
– organizing the annual induction of College’s faculty and staff members to orient them
about University, HEC and BQA regulations and procedures.
– involvement in university-wide strategic planning.
– supervising the academic review process at the College.
– submitting an annual report to the President of the University about performance of
the College, its needs from faculty, equipment, and suggested plans for future
development.
– performing other duties as assigned by the President of the University or the Vice
President for Academic Affairs.
Requirements
In principle, the Dean of College is an academic of high professional reputation. The
qualifications of the Dean include the following, as stated in Articles (37-C) and (40) of
the HEC Resolution No. (206/2023):
- hold a PhD recognized by the Ministry of Education in Kingdom of Bahrain.
- have appropriate academic and administrative experience enabling him to manage
the College. - be of good conduct and behavior, and not have been convicted of a crime involving
moral turpitude or dishonesty unless he has been legally rehabilitated. - should not have been dismissed from job by a juridical judgment or disciplinary
decision for reasons related to public morals. - be fit in terms of health.
- has not committed any act that would harm the reputation of the Kingdom of Bahrain
or harm its interests at home or abroad. - should not hold a post in any political association or be involved in any activity of a
political nature.
Gulf University, further recognizes the following qualifications for nomination of the
Dean:
- high administrative, guiding, and systematic decision-making skills to ensure
accountability of staff and Departments. - excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills.
- ability to create and maintain effective work relationships with staff.
- ability to adapt to changes.
- high record in research and scholarly activities at higher educational institutes.
Nomination, Appointment, and Exemption from Office
- The Dean shall be nominated for appointment by the President of the University; the
candidate must meet the requirements stated in Article (5) of this document. GU shall
inform the General Secretariate of HEC before issuing the decision of appointment. - The Dean shall be appointed by a decision of the President of the University after the approval of the General Secretariate of HEC (or with no objection within 30 days from the date of informing the General Secretariate of HEC).
- The HEC-BOT, in accordance with the HEC Resolution No. 206/2023 – Article 42, may ask the University to exempt the Dean from office in any of the following cases:
– lack of necessary competence or inability to perform his/her duties and tasks.
– has lost one of the requirements of appointment stated in Article (5.1) of this
document.
- In case of exemption from office of the Dean, the President of the University shall
appoint a new Dean within 30 days from the date of exemption. Dealing with such a
case shall be in accordance with Articles (6.1 and 6.2) of this document.
Terms of Office
The terms of office of the Dean shall be four years renewable.
Confidentiality
The Dean shall not reveal any confidential information related to Gulf University unless
authorized by the President of the University or the University Council. The Dean shall sign
the ‘Confidentiality Statement’ when appointed.
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Office Manager/Receptionist
Posted 11 days ago
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About the Role
We are seeking a highly organized and professional Office Manager/Receptionist to oversee daily office operations and serve as the first point of contact for visitors, clients, and partners. This role is pivotal in ensuring smooth office administration while maintaining a welcoming and efficient reception environment.
The ideal candidate will combine strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced fintech environment.
Key Responsibilities Office Management- Oversee day-to-day administrative operations of the Bahrain office.
- Manage office supplies, vendor relationships, and service providers (IT, maintenance, courier, etc.).
- Support onboarding of new employees and coordinate with HR on documentation and office setup.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and local labor/health & safety requirements.
- Manage meeting room schedules, office events, and team activities.
- Greet and assist visitors, clients, and regulatory representatives in a professional manner.
- Manage incoming calls, emails, and correspondence.
- Maintain visitor logs, security procedures, and handle courier deliveries.
- Provide hospitality support during meetings (refreshments, logistics, etc.).
- Assist senior leadership with scheduling, travel bookings, and expense claims.
- Prepare and maintain records, reports, and presentations as required.
- Support internal communication and coordinate with regional/global teams.
- Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field preferred.
- 3+ years’ experience in office administration, receptionist, or executive assistant role (experience in financial services/fintech preferred).
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills in English (Arabic is a plus).
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and office management systems.
- Ability to work independently, multitask, and maintain professionalism under pressure.
Job Title : Dean of the College of Administrative and Financial Sciences
Posted 13 days ago
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Reporting
The Dean of College shall report to the Vice President for Academic Affairs.
Responsibilities
The Dean of College shall be responsible for:
– implementing University policies and procedures at the College.
– executing decisions of the University and College Councils.
– composing college-level committees.
– approving departmental recommendations.
– supervising the teaching process in all Departments at the College and ensuring
performance of excellence.
– supervising and monitoring students’ guidance and advising along with their path till
they are awarded the degrees.
– overseeing course registrations by students.
– approving courses to be offered each semester and the faculty members assigned to
teach them.
– preparing College’s annual budget proposal.
– supervising the execution of the College’s research plan.
– communicating with the communal constituents and coordinating the community engagement activities within the College.
– organizing the annual induction of College’s faculty and staff members to orient them
about University, HEC and BQA regulations and procedures.
– involvement in university-wide strategic planning.
– supervising the academic review process at the College.
– submitting an annual report to the President of the University about performance of
the College, its needs from faculty, equipment, and suggested plans for future
development.
– performing other duties as assigned by the President of the University or the Vice
President for Academic Affairs.
Requirements
In principle, the Dean of College is an academic of high professional reputation. The
qualifications of the Dean include the following, as stated in Articles (37-C) and (40) of
the HEC Resolution No. (206/2023):
- hold a PhD recognized by the Ministry of Education in Kingdom of Bahrain.
- have appropriate academic and administrative experience enabling him to manage
the College. - be of good conduct and behavior, and not have been convicted of a crime involving
moral turpitude or dishonesty unless he has been legally rehabilitated. - should not have been dismissed from job by a juridical judgment or disciplinary
decision for reasons related to public morals. - be fit in terms of health.
- has not committed any act that would harm the reputation of the Kingdom of Bahrain
or harm its interests at home or abroad. - should not hold a post in any political association or be involved in any activity of a
political nature.
Gulf University, further recognizes the following qualifications for nomination of the
Dean:
- high administrative, guiding, and systematic decision-making skills to ensure
accountability of staff and Departments. - excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills.
- ability to create and maintain effective work relationships with staff.
- ability to adapt to changes.
- high record in research and scholarly activities at higher educational institutes.
Nomination, Appointment, and Exemption from Office
- The Dean shall be nominated for appointment by the President of the University; the
candidate must meet the requirements stated in Article (5) of this document. GU shall
inform the General Secretariate of HEC before issuing the decision of appointment. - The Dean shall be appointed by a decision of the President of the University after the approval of the General Secretariate of HEC (or with no objection within 30 days from the date of informing the General Secretariate of HEC).
- The HEC-BOT, in accordance with the HEC Resolution No. 206/2023 – Article 42, may ask the University to exempt the Dean from office in any of the following cases:
– lack of necessary competence or inability to perform his/her duties and tasks.
– has lost one of the requirements of appointment stated in Article (5.1) of this
document.
- In case of exemption from office of the Dean, the President of the University shall
appoint a new Dean within 30 days from the date of exemption. Dealing with such a
case shall be in accordance with Articles (6.1 and 6.2) of this document.
Terms of Office
The terms of office of the Dean shall be four years renewable.
Confidentiality
The Dean shall not reveal any confidential information related to Gulf University unless
authorized by the President of the University or the University Council. The Dean shall sign
the ‘Confidentiality Statement’ when appointed.
Database Administrator
Posted 14 days ago
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- Install and configure SQL and Oracle Servers
- Create Databases, Tables, Views, Functions, triggers, indexes and Stored Procedures
- Design, implement, and manage databases to ensure optimal performance, security, and reliability
- Monitor database performance, implement changes, apply new patches and versions when required
- Conduct regular database backups and recovery operations
- Optimize queries to improve application performance
- Create Jobs and schedules
- Implement encryption techniques in Databases by using keys and certificates
- Ensure data integrity and security in SQL and Oracle databases
- Protect the database against threats or unauthorized access
- Deploy, configure, and manage AWS RDS (Relational Database Service) instances
- Utilize AWS tools and services for database monitoring, scaling, and performance tuning
- Implement and maintain disaster recovery solutions using AWS services
- Store data in AWS S3 buckets, ensuring secure and efficient data storage
Interested candidates can send their CVs to
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