Personal Assistant to the CEO Job at the People Practice
The People Practice - Our client, Pan-African organization investing in the inclusion of Women, is recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Position: Personal Assistant to the CEO
Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Description
- Our client is looking to hire a Personal Assistant to the CEO who will support the CEO's office with various administrative tasks, gaining hands-on experience in executive-level operations.
- This role offers an excellent opportunity to learn about corporate administration, project management, and executive support functions.
- The selected candidate must be tech-savvy with a knack for productivity tools, be curious and driven, and highly organized.
Responsibilities
Administrative Support:
- Facilitate the scheduling and coordination of meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements for the CEO.
- Prepare, organize meeting agendas, materials, and notes, and effectively manage the CEO’s calendar.
- Manage and organize digital files, documents, and correspondence.
- Maintain a high level of discretion and professionalism in all interactions, both internal and external.
- Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth operations of the CEO’s office.
Project Management / Research Support:
- Support the CEO’s team in the planning and execution of special projects.
- Track project progress and provide regular updates to the CEO.
- Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and other project-related documents.
- Conduct research on various topics as assigned by the CEO and prepare reports based on research findings.
- Compile and analyze data to support decision-making processes.
Learning and Continuous Development:
- Keep abreast of best practices and industry trends related to high-level corporate operations.
- Seek feedback and guidance from Line Manager and team members to enhance skills and knowledge.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Social Sciences, or a relevant discipline.
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in Office Administration or Executive Support preferred.
Must have skills:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas clearly and persuasively.
- Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with potential partners.
- A proactive and self-motivated attitude with a willingness to learn and take initiative.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with project management tools.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Passion for social impact and an interest in the nonprofit sector.
- High level of integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Strong work ethic and commitment to excellence.
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