Gilat Satellite Networks Is Hiring A Personal Assistant to the President of Gilat Defense

Join an industry leader in satellite communication with a focus on secure, military-grade solutions—Gilat Satellite Networks is seeking a dedicated Personal Assistant to the President of Gilat Defense to keep executive operations running smoothly. 🌍🚀

About Gilat Satellite Networks

Gilat Satellite Networks (NASDAQ: GILT, TASE: GILT) is a global leader dedicated to connecting the world through reliable, fast, and seamless satellite communication solutions. We innovate in satellite, ground, and space technologies to ensure universal connectivity.

Gilat Defense Division

Within Gilat, our Gilat Defense division provides secure, rapid-deployment SATCOM solutions tailored specifically for military and homeland security organizations, government agencies, and defense integrators. We focus on supporting the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and allied forces worldwide. Our end-to-end solutions feature multiple layers of communication redundancy, ensuring maximum operational availability. Trusted by NATO, the U.S. DoD, and global defense forces, Gilat Defense offers battle-tested, high-performance connectivity capable of withstanding the toughest environments to meet modern defense SATCOM needs.

Essential Functions of the Role 🎯

The Personal Assistant to the President of Gilat Defense is a highly organized, discreet, and proactive professional. This role is crucial in enabling the President to focus on strategic leadership while managing daily priorities—both professional and personal—with seamless efficiency. It is a high-trust position requiring impeccable judgment, acute attention to detail, and confidentiality. This is a part-time opportunity during business hours, with potential to evolve into a full-time role.

Who We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate is a highly organized, discreet, and proactive individual capable of supporting senior leadership in a fast-paced environment. You should demonstrate impeccable judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle confidential matters with grace. Flexibility and responsiveness are essential traits, particularly for managing last-minute changes.

What You Will Do

• Manage and optimize the President’s complex calendar, including appointments, meetings, travel, and events 🌐
• Screen and handle incoming calls and correspondence 📞✉️
• Prepare, edit, and draft correspondence, presentations, and other documents ✍️
• Coordinate domestic and international travel logistics—flights, accommodations, itineraries ✈️🗺️
• Organize meetings, both internal and external, with participants from various organizations 🤝
• Handle personal errands, shopping, reservations, and event planning 🛍️🎉
• Serve as a liaison between the President and internal teams, vendors, and external stakeholders
• Provide administrative support such as expense reports, document preparation, and communication drafting 💼
• Prioritize requests, flag urgent matters, and proactively anticipate needs 🔍
• Maintain strict confidentiality on sensitive matters at all times 🔒

Requirements ✅

• 5+ years of experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or similar role supporting C-level executives or high-profile individuals
• Proficiency in Hebrew is required
• Proven ability to manage complex schedules and competing priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Discretion, professionalism, and trustworthiness
• Capability to handle tasks and mini-projects effectively
• Tech-savvy with proficiency in Microsoft Office and calendar management systems
• Experience coordinating international travel is a plus ✈️
• Flexible, responsive, and capable of managing high-pressure situations
• Exceptional organizational and planning skills
• Four-year degree from an accredited university is advantageous 🎓
• Typing skills are regularly required

Additional Information

The physical demands for this role are consistent with normal office work, and reasonable accommodations are available to support individuals with disabilities. Duties and responsibilities are subject to change at management's discretion.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Gilat is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. 🤝