Executive Assistant – Nairobi

About the role

Join Athena as an Executive Assistant supporting global founders and executives. You will act as a strategic partner, helping senior leaders manage their time, decisions and impact while gaining exposure to high‑performing operations across time zones.

Key responsibilities

• Own calendars, inboxes and priority lists for multiple executives across different time zones.
• Conduct research and deliver high‑impact projects that inform strategic decisions.
• Create presentations and executive‑ready content.
• Coordinate with global stakeholders and ensure seamless communication.
• Anticipate needs, identify problems early and propose proactive solutions.

Required profile

• Strong English communication skills.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented and able to manage competing priorities.
• Proactive, resourceful and comfortable working full‑time (40 hrs/week) on U.S. business hours.
• Must reside within 80 km of the Nairobi Hub and be able to report onsite when required.
• Reliable work‑from‑home setup with minimum 30 Mbps internet.

Required skills

• Google Workspace
• Mac operating system
• AI tools

What we offer

• Intensive onsite training (up to 6 weeks) with trainee status.
• Compensation up to KES 90,500 per month after client match.
• HMO coverage and mental‑health support.
• Career growth through coaching, training and a global support network.
• Sponsored MBA opportunity and company‑issued equipment.