Executive Assistant

Description

WE ARE HIRING
Executive Assistant
Location: Nairobi

We are seeking an Executive Assistant to serve as a strategic partner to the CEO, ensuring smooth operations, streamlined processes, and efficient service delivery across the organization. This role requires a confident, organized, and forward-thinking professional who can thrive under pressure and engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities
• Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO, upholding corporate governance standards.
• Manage executive calendar, correspondence, and external stakeholder relationships with professionalism and discretion.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with service providers, ensuring compliance and quality delivery.
• Proactively identify and implement operational improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Prepare and present reports on KPIs, performance, and administrative services for executive decision-making.
• Oversee office facilities, ensuring safety, compliance, and effective space utilization.
• Manage budgets with attention to cost-effectiveness and high-quality outcomes.

Key Attributes
• Public Relations & Communication: Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written skills to represent the CEO and organization with tact, diplomacy, and confidence.
• Strong Thinker: Analytical, solution-oriented, and capable of anticipating challenges while providing sound recommendations.
• Resilient & Assertive: Not easily intimidated, able to manage high-pressure environments, and maintain authority with executives, teams, and external stakeholders.
• Extremely Organized: Skilled in prioritization, time management, and project execution with exceptional attention to detail.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Ability to foster accountability, teamwork, and high performance.

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of executive support and operations management experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and facilities/project management tools.
• Previous knowledge & experience in preparation of board papers, and experience as an Executive Assistant for a Chief Executive or a Director is a must

Apply
Email: CV to info@bm-azure.co.ke
Subject line: “Executive Assistant to the Director & CEO”.
Deadline: Tuesday, 2nd September 2025.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.