Overview

Pulse is Africa’s leading innovative media company, informing and engaging Africa’s young audience and producing content and creative digital marketing solutions for top brands. We run news platforms and social channels and marketing and production in six countries – Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Senegal, Uganda, and Côte d’Ivoire.

We are the platform leading in reach – with over 100 million users and over 100 million video views on our own channels per month. We’re also a marketing partner, empowering brands with our expansive media reach and 360-degree in-house marketing solutions. Additionally, Pulse is the licensee publisher of the regional Business Insider Africa.

Job Position: Executive Assistant

Job Location: Lagos

Job Description

  • We are looking for an Executive Assistant to join our team.
  • As an Executive Assistant, you will manage the MD’s schedule, coordinate meetings with stakeholders, and handle correspondence professionally.
  • Our ideal candidate should be able to work closely with the MD to support special projects and decision-making initiatives.

Job Responsibilities

  • Organize and maintain the MD’s schedule, ensuring all appointments, meetings, and events are properly prioritized.
  • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to schedule meetings as required.
  • Handle correspondence such as emails and calls with a high level of professionalism.
  • Draft, edit, and proofread documents for presentations.
  • Prepare meeting agendas, take minutes, and follow up on action items. Ensure the MD is well-prepared with necessary materials for all engagements.
  • Coordinate business travel itineraries with the Administrative Manager
  • Manage sensitive information discreetly. Maintain professionalism when dealing with confidential matters.
  • Maintain records, and also act as a liaison between the MD and other departments or clients.
  • Assist in research or gathering data for decision-making in special projects or initiatives led by the MD

Job Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication, Business Administration, English, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills, and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in tools like Google Suite (Google Sheets & Slides) are required.
  • Proficiency with CRM and project management applications (e.g., Zoho) are preferred.

Application Deadline
10th Febuary, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: careers@pulse.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

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