Job Description
Job Summary
- In this role, you are responsible for providing high-level administrative support to the Chief Executive Officer
- You will manage her schedule and calendar, and also relieve her of administrative tasks, allowing her quality time to focus on driving strategic areas of the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Work with the CEO to manage the Executive calendar effectively.
- Work closely with the CEO to keep her informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately.
- Keep the CEO updated on emerging issues that may affect the CEO's agenda.
- Draft documents prepared under the direction of the CEO including letters, reports, presentations, etc.
- Identify issues of confidentiality, follow procedures and policies to ensure privacy and confidentiality.
- Prepare agendas for meetings in a timely manner.
- Record minutes accurately and distribute within the agreed timeframes.
- Ensure the timely booking of flights and hotel arrangements as directed.
- Undertake and assist in the completion of special projects as directed.
- Liaise with internal and external parties in a professional manner that demonstrates the vision, mission, culture, and values of the company.
- Provide a bridge for smooth communication between the CEO's office and other internal departments whilst maintaining credibility, trust, and support with senior management, and other members of staff.
- Manage petty cash reimbursements and reconciliation.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Academic Qualifications:
- B.Sc / HND in Business Administration or a related field.
- Professional Certifications
- PMP is an added advantage
Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years experience as an Executive Assistant
Competency and Skill Requirements
Technical Skills:
- Google Suite proficiency
- Familiarity with office productivity tools and applications (e.g. e-calendars and copy machines)
- Excellent MS Office knowledge
- Diplomatic and tactful
Soft Skills:
- Ability to organize a daily workload by priorities.
- Ability to take initiative, give instructions, and be accountable for results
- Must be able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced quickly changing environment.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving with strong decision-making skills.
- Professional level verbal and written communications skills.
- Attitude
- Must act with tact and maintain confidentiality
- Able to use discretionary judgment and make solid decisions
- Must demonstrate the confidence and ability to relate with stakeholders (clients, influencers, agencies etc.) in an assertive and professional way.
Remuneration
N100,000 - N120,000 monthly.