Company Description Narottam Morarjee Institute of Shipping (NMIS), based in Mumbai, is a specialized institution offering Fellowship and Post Graduate Diploma programs in Shipping. These qualifications are recognized by the Government of India as desirable for recruitment to middle-level and subordinate posts in the appropriate fields under the Central Government. The Government of India also considers holders of NMIS Fellowship/Diploma with at least seven years of commercial shipping experience eligible for promotion or selection to superior posts.

This recognition underscores NMIS’s robust academic standards and its relevance to careers in shipping, logistics, and maritime administration. The Institute maintains close alignment with national education and technical standards through formal endorsements from the Ministry of Education and Culture.

Role Description The Senior Assistant Secretary will support the Institute’s administrative, academic, and governance functions in a full-time, on-site role located in Mumbai.

Responsibilities include drafting and issuing official correspondence, assisting in the preparation of meeting agendas, minutes, and statutory records, and coordinating with internal departments, faculty, and external stakeholders. The role involves maintaining accurate documentation related to academic programs, government recognition, and regulatory compliance, as well as ensuring timely communication of policies and decisions.

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Secretary will help organize committees and events, manage confidential records, and support decision-making processes by compiling reports and data. The position also requires efficient office administration, adherence to institutional procedures, and proactive follow-up on actions arising from meetings and communications.

Qualifications

- Strong administrative and office management skills, including record-keeping, scheduling, and coordination of meetings and events.
- Proficiency in drafting, reviewing, and managing official correspondence, minutes, and regulatory documents with attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; knowledge of additional Indian languages is an advantage.
- Ability to work collaboratively with academic, administrative, and external stakeholders, maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
- Solid organizational and time-management skills, with the capacity to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Competence in using office productivity tools (word processing, spreadsheets, email, document management systems).
- Understanding of or experience in the education sector, preferably related to shipping, logistics, or maritime studies.
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline; a postgraduate qualification in administration, management, or a related field is desirable.
- Prior experience in a similar secretarial or administrative role within an academic or governmental institution is highly beneficial.

📌 Senior Assistant Secretary (Mumbai)
🏢 Narottam Morarjee Institute of Shipping (NMIS), Mumbai
📍 Mumbai