Jaipur Rugs Looking for Executive Assistant at Jaipur, Rajasthan, India Full Time

Organization Description: Jaipur Rugs is a social enterprise that connects rural craftsmanship with global markets through its luxurious handmade carpets. It is a family-run business that offers an exclusive range of hand-knotted and hand-woven rugs made using 2500 years old traditional art forms. The founder, Mr. Nand Kishore Chaudhary created a unique business model, which provides livelihood to the artisans at their doorstep. This changed the standard practice of involving middlemen to work with artisanal communities. The company currently has a network of over 40,000 artisans spread across 600 rural Indian villages in five states of India. It has an end-to-end business model, right from sourcing of wool to exporting a finished handmade rug.

The modern and eclectic collection of rugs, made using the finest wool and silk, has won numerous global awards and is currently exported to more than 45 countries with the US sales arm, Jaipur Living, Inc. located in Georgia, Atlanta.

Job Description: The specific responsibilities of the position holder will be (though not restricted to) the following:

1. Take care of the Directors in its day-to-day activities such as keeping updates on the emails, scheduling meetings, proper arrangement of meetings and keeping track of the same.

2. Take printouts of all the necessary emails for effective communication with the Director.

3. Preparing necessary documentation required, keeping records of all the contact numbers and important files.

4. Provides a bridge for smooth communication between the management and internal departments; demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust and support within the organization.

5. Works closely and effectively with the Director to keep him/her well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately.

6. Must be able to travel with seniors to other cities whenever required.

Academic and Professional Qualifications:

1. MBA in business administration or relevant field;

2. Proven experience as EA for 4-5 years.

3. Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities, leadership skills and decision-making skills.