Higher Executive Officer Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Higher Executive Officer:

  • A good graduate degree
  • Relevant post-qualification experience
  • Post-graduate degree
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Bilingual skills is advantageous
  • Proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite (especially Word, Excel and Power Point)
  • Effective use of the internet and work experience in a related job
  • Good written and oral communication ability
  • Presentation and leadership skills
  • High level of competence in the use of computer and IT skills
  • People management skills
  • Organizing and planning skills
  • Ability to work independently and under pressure
  • Goal oriented, initiative, integrity, pro-activeness
  • Disposition to working for extended hours

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Higher Executive Officer skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Higher Executive Officer roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.


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