Admin Executive (Part-time, Hybrid)

About the role

The Admin Executive supports the editorial and operations teams of Cancer Cell, a Cell Press journal. This part‑time, hybrid position is based in Manama and combines on‑site office duties with flexible remote work.

Key responsibilities

• Provide administrative assistance to editorial and operations staff.
• Schedule meetings, manage calendars, and coordinate virtual or in‑person events.
• Maintain records, databases, and document repositories.
• Handle correspondence and support customer‑service interactions with authors, reviewers, and collaborators.
• Assist with invoice processing, expense tracking, and basic financial documentation.
• Prepare reports, documents, and presentation materials.
• Ensure smooth office operations in line with journal standards.

Required profile

• Strong communication skills for professional correspondence.
• Analytical ability to review data and support reporting.
• Proven experience in administrative assistance, including scheduling and record‑keeping.
• Customer‑service orientation for stakeholder interactions.
• Basic finance knowledge for invoice and expense handling.
• High attention to detail, organization, and reliability.
• Relevant diploma or degree in Business Administration, Office Management, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in academic publishing, healthcare, or scientific organisations is an advantage.

Required skills

• Word processing software
• Spreadsheet software
• Email platforms
• Online collaboration platforms