The Tony Elumelu Foundation is the leading philanthropy catalysing entrepreneurship across Africa. Deploying $100m of our own capital and now working with partners including the EU, the US Government, UNDP, and ICRC we are helping to transform Africa. We are a tech-driven Foundation, dealing with thousands of entrepreneurs across Africa and substantially enlarging our scope and scale. We offer an exciting environment for mission-driven individuals looking to create real change across our continent.
The Foundation is seeking for an Executive Assistant to the CEO who will provide high-level administrative support to the CEO’s office, ensuring the smooth operation of the executive office. The ideal candidate will be proactive, highly organized, and capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously with a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
Responsibilitie(s):
- Manage the CEO’s calendar, including scheduling appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements.
- Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documents as needed.
- Coordinate logistics for meetings, including agenda preparation, minutes taking, and follow-up on action items.
- Serve as the primary point of contact between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders.
- Screen and prioritize incoming communications (emails, calls, etc.), responding on behalf of the CEO as appropriate.
- Draft and distribute communications from the CEO’s office, ensuring clarity and consistency.
- Assist in the planning and execution of special projects and initiatives led by the CEO.
- Conduct research and compile data to support decision-making processes.
- Monitor project timelines and deliverables, providing regular updates to the CEO.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including board members, partners, donors, and staff.
Qualification/Experience Requirement(s):
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.
- Experience working in a non-profit or philanthropic organization.
- Familiarity with digital communication tools and platforms
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work under pressure.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.