Executive Assistant to the Managing Director

About the role

Stratostaff East Africa, a human resources and flexible staffing solutions provider in East Africa, is looking for a highly competent Executive Assistant to support its Managing Director in Nairobi. The role is full-time and sits directly under the Managing Director, combining executive support, data analysis, reporting and business insights that help drive revenue growth and operational decisions.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the MD's calendar, correspondence, meetings, travel and internal and external communications
• Conduct market and industry research, generate performance reports and analyse operational data to spot trends, risks and opportunities
• Track revenue trends, help identify business development opportunities and support cost optimisation
• Maintain strict confidentiality and act as a gatekeeper for sensitive documents
• Coordinate cross-functional activities and brief the MD on key business matters
• Draft, review and edit reports, presentations and briefing materials
• Organise board meetings, including agendas, minutes and follow-ups, and report performance metrics to the MD and board
• Assist with budgeting, expense tracking and financial reporting for the MD's office
• Manage special projects and strategic initiatives, and streamline workflows

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics or a related field
• At least 5 years of experience as an Executive Assistant, Business Analyst or similar role
• Experience in a fast-paced corporate environment
• Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills, with discretion and attention to detail

Required skills

• Excellent knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Data analysis, reporting and presentation skills
• Understanding of business operations, revenue growth strategies and market trends