Overview

At Cavista, we are building a team of over 100 engineers in Lagos Nigeria. We are always seeking talented individuals interested in a challenging and rewarding career. If you are interested in doing work that makes a difference, come join our team.

Job Position: Executive Assistant to the Country Director

Job Location: Ilupeju, Lagos

Job Description

  • Provide strategic assistance in the management of the Country Director’s daily activities while serving as a point of contact between the Country Director and all internal and external communications.

Job Responsibilities

  • Manage an active calendar of appointments; complete expense reports; compose and prepare correspondence; arrange complex and detailed travel plans, itineraries, and agendas and prepare minutes and other necessary documents for meetings.
  • Prepare reports, proposals, and letters and coordinate oral and written communication with both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Work with the Country Director to develop effective systems to ensure the smooth operations of the Business.
  • Organize and coordinate office functions activities and communications to ensure efficient workflow and office operations.
  • Prioritize and follow up on all incoming issues and concerns addressed to the Country Director including sensitive and confidential issues. Also, determine the appropriate course of action, delegations, or response.
  • Manage communication between the Country Director and the other staff, demonstrating leadership and maintaining credibility and trust, while supporting other staff.
  • Work closely and effectively with the Country Director to keep him well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities and follow up appropriately.
  • Provide effective calendar management for the Country Director while working closely with the Team Leads to prioritize inquiries and requests while managing schedule conflicts; making fast decisions and recommendations to ensure smooth daily engagements.
  • Manage commitments and responsibilities while maintaining contacts with Team Leads and conducting follow-ups appropriately.
  • Manage the Country Director’s areas of focus in advance of meetings and conferences. Keeping him updated about changes, new issues, and anything that might affect his schedule, commitments, and responsibilities.
  • Provide a bridge for smooth and effective communication between the Country Director and team leads, demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust, and support with the Management Team.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or any other related discipline.
  • Minimum of 5 plus years of experience reporting directly to and supporting senior management executives.
  • Project management, operations management, and executive support experience, including supporting C-level executives in a fast-growing industry.
  • Ability to execute tasks with a diversity, equity, and inclusive mindset.
  • Ability to maintain a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information.
  • Ability to collaborate and delegate duties but also strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills with impeccable multi-tasking abilities.
  • Ability to work with diverse groups of people, including senior executives, employees, and founders.
  • Ability to react with appropriate levels of urgency to situations and events that require a quick response or turnaround.

Remuneration
We offer a competitive compensation package (DOE), benefits, and growth opportunities for everyone who joins Cavista!

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Recruitment Steps
Online Application

  • We want to know you better
  • Share your basic details and upload your resume
  • You will receive an email response with the next step
  • Intro Video Interview
  • You will receive a link from Mettl to complete a short video where you will answer questions to share your knowledge.

Team Interview:

  • We want you to learn about us
  • Meet our team for your in-person interview(s).
  • Interview us as well.
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