Welcome2Africa International Current Opening

Posted on :

20 Jul, 2018

Category :

Accounting Jobs in Nigeria, Administrative Jobs in Nigeria

Welcome2Africa international is a private sector development company committed to the positive economic growth of Africa and from the get-go, founded upon the vision to redefine the image of Africa.

Welcome2Africa International develops and initiate a range of activities to catalyze and facilitate investment, trade and business/commercial interest into and across Africa – All with a current focus and commitment to the development and transformation of Africa’s Agribusiness sector.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Executive Assistant/Accountant
Location:
 Abuja
Reporting to: CEO

Summary

  • Welcome2Africa International is seeking a Executive Assistant/PA Intern is required to support an extremely dynamic, innovative, and an extremely driven entrepreneurial CEO of an emerging International Private Sector development company dedicated to the economic growth of Africa.
  • Working to a fast pace is key for this role, as the CEO manages several territories and her work load is due to double over the coming years so a “go getting” PA is vital. As a key contact for both internal and external stakeholder, excellent communication and accounting skills is essential.
  • A great opportunity to work with a pioneer who poised for great success.

Job Description

  • Reporting directly to the CEO, the Executive Assistant provides executive support in a one-on-one working relationship. The Executive Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external constituencies on all matters pertaining to the CEO.
  • The Executive Assistant also serves as a liaison within the organisation. ; organizes and coordinates executive outreach and external relations efforts; and oversees special projects. The Executive Assistant must be creative and enjoy working within a small, entrepreneurial environment that is mission-driven, results-driven, community oriented and Africa Focus.
  • The ideal individual will have the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, with strong written and verbal communication, administrative, and organizational skills, and the ability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities.
  • The Executive Assistant will have the ability to work independently on projects, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure at times to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion. The executive assistant is also expected to have good accounting skills.

Job Duties

  • Arranging and attending meetings with the CEO
  • Works closely and effectively with the CEO to keep her well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately. Acts as a “barometer,” having a sense for the issues taking place in the environment and keeping the CEO updated.
  • Provides leadership to build relationships crucial to the success of the organization, and manages a variety of special projects for the President, some of which may have organizational impact.
  • Successfully completes critical aspects of deliverables with a hands-on approach, including drafting acknowledgement letters, personal correspondence, and other tasks that facilitate the CEO’s ability to effectively lead the company
  • Sending and responding to emails
  • Researching and identifying clients
  • Provide accounting reports
  • Writes error-free, eloquent emails and letters for various events and announcements. Updates and maintains phone lists for CEO.
  • Contribute to development of Company
  • Researches, prioritizes, and follows up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the CEO including those of a sensitive or confidential nature. Determines appropriate course of action, referral, or response.
  • Provides a bridge for smooth communication between the CEO and internal departments; demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust and support with senior management staff.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified canddiates should send their CV’s and a Cover Letter of no more than 1000 words detailing your suitability and experience to: [email protected]

Application Deadline 19th August, 2018.

Note: Please note there is a 4 week unpaid trial.


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