• Application Deadline:
• Position: Executive Assistant to Life Sciences Director



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 3 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Administration / Secretarial 
  
  

About the job

• The Executive Assistant will provide high-level administrative support to the Life Sciences Director, including scheduling, project management, and communication coordination. Be a highly organized, proactive, and professional individual who can handle sensitive information and navigate a complex business environment.


• The Executive Assistant will ensure the smooth functioning of the Office of the Life Sciences Director and act as a liaison between the Life Sciences Director and other internal leaders, teams or external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Effective prioritization and tracking of key projects and initiatives, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic direction.


• High-level support to the Life Sciences Director, managing schedules, priorities, and confidential matters.


• Lead assigned projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and in alignment with business goals.


• A positive work culture (especially within the Office of the Life Sciences Director) through support of employee engagement initiatives and effective communications.


• Comprehensive and proactive administrative support to Life Sciences Director, including calendar management, meeting coordination, and travel arrangements.


• Serve as point of contact for Life Sciences Director, managing communication and responding to inquiries on his behalf.


• Adequate preparation and organization of documents for meetings, presentations, and reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.


• Draft, review, and proofread emails, memos, and other written communications as needed.


• Research on specific topics as needed and compile data for reports or presentations.


• Effective handling of special projects and other tasks as assigned by Life Sciences Director.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Second Class Upper (2:1) or Upper Credit in Business Administration, Life Sciences, Public Health, or a related field.


• At least 3 years of experience in an executive assistant or administrative support role, preferably in a healthcare, life sciences, or technical environment.


• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.


• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).


• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.


• High level of professionalism and discretion.