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At NQLB, we enable Africa's most innovative institutions use their data to help them become better at their most critical functions, ask better questions, and make better decisions.
We are looking for an Executive Assistant (EA) to provide administrative support while working remotely. As an EA, you will perform various administrative tasks, including project monitoring, client and partner follow ups, market research, scheduling meetings and coordinating resource mobilisation and logistics.
For this role, a strong Internet connection (10 Mbps minimum) is required, along with experience using collaboration and communication tools: Google Suite (Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Forms, Slides) and productivity and project management tools/apps. Ultimately, you should be able to handle administrative projects and deliver high-quality work under minimum supervision.
Responsibilities
- Develop executive briefs for your client to seize opportunities
- Optimize your client's time and priorities to help them reach their goals
- Take ownership and manage calendars and scheduling
- Research and develop plans for your client’s personal and professional growth
- Surprise and delight your client by demonstrating initiative
- Build rapport with your client’s network and team and help to manage these important relationships
- Drive internal and external communications, presentations, reports and social media
Requirements and skills
- Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or relevant role
- Proven experience in copy writing and creative writing
- Familiarity with current technologies, like desktop sharing, cloud services and VoIP
- Knowledge of online calendars and scheduling (e.g. Google Calendar)
- Excellent phone, email and instant messaging communication skills
- Excellent time management skills Solid organisational skills
Who are we looking for?
- Our mission is to simplify complexities to develop the institutions we serve and enable the people behind thrive. As our business grows, we are excited to offer career opportunities to people who:
- Are motivated by impact and driven by wanting to help others
- Are Quick learners - have a “knack” for tech – able to figure out new systems and adapt on the go
- Embody trust and dependability
- Are Independent - you will be able to work under limited direction and exercise sound judgment when making time sensitive decisions
- Can tackle complex problems and offer creative solutions
- Are Self-starters - know when to trust your instincts and when to ask for help
- Are Professional - In demeanour and comfortable working with Executives
- Foster a strong desire to learn and develop
- Take pride in the quality of their work and in constantly improving
- Have deep emotional and social intelligence
We welcome people with diverse perspectives and depth of thought, who are not afraid to challenge the status quo. You're encouraged to apply even if your experience doesn't precisely match the job description. Keen to learn more?
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