Executive Assistant to the Managing Director (Agri Sector)

About the role

The client, a leading fresh produce exporter in Kenya, seeks a highly organized Executive Assistant to support the Managing Director. The role combines executive, administrative, travel, and personal assistance, with a focus on the agri‑sector business.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the Managing Director’s calendar, meetings, appointments and daily priorities.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodation, transport, itineraries and visa applications.
• Provide personal support for the MD’s investments and rental properties.
• Act as primary liaison with clients, suppliers, partners and other stakeholders.
• Organise the company’s participation in major international trade exhibitions, handling logistics, stand design, registrations, visas and travel arrangements.
• Support the MD and delegation during exhibitions and coordinate with event organisers and service providers.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and proactively anticipate the MD’s needs.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field.
• 4+ years experience as an Executive or Personal Assistant supporting senior executives.
• Proven experience managing domestic and international travel arrangements.
• Experience coordinating conferences, exhibitions or trade shows is highly desirable.
• Exceptional attention to detail, ability to manage multiple priorities and high level of discretion.

Required skills

• Strong organisational and calendar management skills.
• Travel coordination and visa processing.
• Exhibition and event logistics management.
• Professional communication and stakeholder liaison.