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Executive Assistant to CEO
About this role
Mykrogrid Limited seeks an Executive Assistant to the CEO in Lagos. The role supports the Managing Director, coordinating executive activities, ensuring timely decisions, and managing priorities across time zones. The MD is based in the United States, so flexibility to work across different time zones is required. The company designs, installs and maintains solar energy systems and aims to accelerate Africa’s renewable energy transition. The position is full-time and based in Nigeria with remote collaboration as needed.
What you would do
- Manage the MD’s calendar, meetings, correspondence and travel arrangements.
- Prepare briefing notes, reports, presentations and business documents.
- Track strategic initiatives and follow up on action items to ensure timely execution.
- Coordinate communication between the MD, internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Conduct research and analyse information to support executive decision-making.
- Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
- Anticipate the MD’s needs and proactively propose solutions.
- Support execution of executive priorities and decisions.
- Monitor and report on progress of key initiatives.
- Assist with general administrative tasks as needed.
What they are asking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management or related field.
- Experience supporting senior executives or in a fast-paced business environment.
- Strong communication, organisation, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good business acumen, emotional intelligence and attention to detail.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace and productivity tools.
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and deliver with minimal supervision.
- Must be based in Lagos, Nigeria and willing to work flexible hours aligned with US time zone.
- MBA or postgraduate qualification preferred (Lagos Business School or similar).
- Experience in strategy, business operations, project coordination or executive management preferred.
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