Ops Coordinator

Engineered Alchemy is a boutique game‑engineering studio working with international clients on co‑development, porting, optimization, and technical problem‑solving.

We are establishing our Cairo operation and looking for an Operations Coordinator who is proactive, organised, and comfortable supporting a founder in a fast‑moving environment.We are currently evaluating the final office location for our Cairo operation.

It is likely to be in New Cairo, Maadi, or Downtown, depending on team needs, client access, and company operations.

Candidates must be comfortable working in any of these areas and supporting the founder across Cairo as required.You will work in an English‑speaking environment and communicate daily with the founder, clients, and candidates in English.This role involves hands‑on logistics, office organisation, HR/admin support, and direct assistance during interviews, meetings, and client visits.

You will ensure the office is smooth, stocked, tidy, and ready — and that Cairo operations run efficiently even when the founder is abroad.

Key ResponsibilitiesFounder Support — accompany the founder to meetings, interviews, and client visits when needed.Cairo Logistics — handle errands, pickups, deliveries, and coordination across New Cairo, Maadi, Downtown, and other neighbourhoods.Office Organisation & Readiness — keep the office tidy, stocked, organised, and ready for visitors at all times.Vendor Coordination — manage coworking spaces, supplies, maintenance, cleaners, and local vendors.HR & Admin Tasks — manage onboarding/offboarding, attendance tracking, forms, IDs, simple contracts, and basic paperwork.Scheduling & Communication — manage calendars, WhatsApp communication, and follow‑ups with candidates and partners.Interview Support — prepare schedules, greet candidates, organise rooms, and ensure smooth interview flow.Office Setup — assist with coworking bookings, meeting rooms, tours, and later the permanent office setup.Problem Solving — handle last‑minute changes, unexpected issues, and shifting priorities with calm professionalism.Task Tracking — ensure small tasks don’t slip through the cracks and follow up proactively.Hands‑On Mindset — willing to step in and handle practical tasks to keep the office running smoothly.What This Role Is NotNot a fixed‑location desk job — mobility across Cairo is part of the role.Not a corporate coordinator role — this is hands‑on, fast, and founder‑led.Not a “wait for tasks” role — you must be proactive and engaged.

Experience in operations, administration, hospitality, or customer serviceComfort supporting foreigners/expatsComfort with mobility across CairoLow‑ego, hands‑on mindsetStrong English communication skillsOrganised and reliableComfortable in client‑facing situationsPositive, proactive attitudeWilling to handle hands‑on tasks when needed — comfortable stepping in to tidy a space, organise materials, or resolve small issues to keep the office running smoothly.This role requires comfort working in whichever Cairo location best serves the team and company — office location will be chosen based on operational needs, not personal commute preferences.Nice‑to‑HaveExperience in coworking spacesExperience supporting founders or executivesExperience in fast‑moving environments

Experience in operations, administration, hospitality, or customer serviceComfort supporting foreigners/expatsComfort with mobility across CairoLow‑ego, hands‑on mindsetStrong English communication skillsOrganised and reliableComfortable in client‑facing situationsPositive, proactive attitudeWilling to handle hands‑on tasks when needed — comfortable stepping in to tidy a space, organise materials, or resolve small issues to keep the office running smoothly.This role requires comfort working in whichever Cairo location best serves the team and company — office location will be chosen based on operational needs, not personal commute preferences.Nice‑to‑HaveExperience in coworking spacesExperience supporting founders or executivesExperience in fast‑moving environments