Executive Assistant to the General Secretary

About the role

A regional organization operating in a governance and executive environment, represented by Summit Recruitment & Search, is recruiting an Executive Assistant to its General Secretary (the CEO). The role provides executive, administrative and coordination support across strategic and operational areas, in a fast-paced office with shifting priorities and multiple stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate key priorities and track assigned initiatives to meet required timelines
• Manage the General Secretary's calendar, diary, meetings and internal and external engagements
• Act as main liaison between the General Secretary, governance structures, partners, dignitaries and stakeholders
• Prepare and document meetings, including Management, Executive Committee and General Committee sessions
• Draft, review and finalize reports, memos, letters, briefing notes and communiqués
• Coordinate domestic and international travel, including logistics, briefing materials and documentation
• Handle confidential information and sensitive correspondence with discretion
• Support membership processes, including application handling, review coordination and follow-ups
• Process expense reports and travel claims

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Administration, Communication, Theology or a related field
• Experience supporting a senior executive or CEO office
• Strong written and verbal communication with demonstrated drafting ability
• Proven discretion and sound judgment in sensitive environments
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced setting with competing priorities
• Christian faith is required

The recruiter states that it does not charge any fee to candidates and that applicants should expect a response within two weeks.