Personal / Executive Assistant

The company is seeking to hire a competent and well organized Personal/Executive Assistant to provide high level support to its director.
Responsibilities
Act as a liaison between the Director’s office and internal as well as external parties including his clients and suppliers and other staff
Managing the director’s official and personal projects including financial projections, cash flows, disbursements and general financial health
Managing an active calendar of meetings and appointments for the Director, be able to anticipate the Director’s next move
Manage the communication in and out of the Director’s office while maintaining office systems, including data management and filing
Prioritize and follow up on issues and concerns addressed to the CEO including those of a sensitive or confidential nature and determine the appropriate course of action
Follow up with key contributors to the Director’s projects and maintain the timeline around deliverables, keeping the projects on task.
Preparation for project uptake including due diligence in areas like tenders, mandatory requirements including tax, compliance issues.
Manage tasks of personal nature and private in nature including those of his family
Arrange travel schedule and prompt reservations for the Director
Carry out background research on projects, physical exploration of best prices, suppliers
Produce all necessary documents, reports and presentations for the CEO
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
Degree in Business Administration or related field of study
3 -4 years’ experience in similar position
IT savvy and proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel
Discreet individual, able to handle highly confidential and sensitive information
Presentable and ability to interact with high level clientele
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Excellent organizational and coordination skills
Strong sense of initiative
Excellent interpersonal skills
How to Apply
If you are up to the challenge, possess the necessary qualification and experience; please send your CV only quoting the job title as the subject
(Executive/Personal Assistant)
and expected salary.
Our client is a credit only micro-finance that provides quick and short-term financial services including logbook and LPO loans to consumers. The company also offers affordable credit and financial advisory services to thousands of small business owners.