Executive Assistant to the Head of Strategy

About the role

Open Gov Africa is a decentralized platform that promotes transparency and citizen participation across African governments. The Head of Strategy drives partnerships and global visibility, and needs a proactive Executive Assistant to manage high‑impact applications, travel, and daily priorities.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, track, and manage grants, fellowships, and speaking opportunities.
• Prepare, draft, and submit applications, proposals, and related documentation.
• Maintain and prioritize the Head of Strategy’s calendar, deadlines, and travel logistics.
• Draft and edit strategic communications, including emails and outreach materials.
• Organize a pipeline of opportunities and monitor outcomes.
• Conduct research to support partnership decisions and positioning.
• Track action items and ensure timely follow‑through across engagements.
• Anticipate needs and resolve scheduling or logistical challenges proactively.

Required profile

• Available to work virtually 3 hours per weekday (9 am‑12 pm WAT).
• Exceptional organizational and time‑management abilities.
• Strong written communication, especially for applications and proposals.
• Discretion handling sensitive, high‑level information.
• Ability to juggle multiple high‑stakes deadlines with attention to detail.

Required skills

• Google Workspace
• Discord
• Willingness to learn GitHub

What we offer

• Opportunity to influence how Open Gov Africa engages on global stages.
• Virtual work environment with flexible, focused hours.
• Experience in a mission‑driven organization tackling governance challenges in Africa.