Executive Assistant to the MD

About this role

The role is for an Executive Assistant to the Managing Director at Source Microfinance Bank in Lagos. It involves managing the MD’s schedule, prioritising emails, supporting projects, and improving administrative processes. The role also includes building relationships with internal and external stakeholders, overseeing executive office administration, and attending to reports and other MD-assigned tasks. The employer is a digital bank focused on serving customers and changing the face of banking in Nigeria. The position is full time.

What you would do

• Schedule meetings, appointments and events for the MD and minimise conflicts.
• Monitor and prioritise the MD's emails and delegate or filter where appropriate.
• Coordinate activities and assist with project management for MD-related projects.
• Improve efficiency of administrative processes and streamline tasks.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee administration of the executive offices and designated spaces.
• Supervise other support staff and services for the executive office.
• Attend to and prepare reports assigned by the MD.
• Assist with various tasks as directed by the MD.

What they are asking for

• Formal education (relevant)
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in similar roles
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools, note taking, report preparation and presentation
• Experience with collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams or similar
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; self-starter
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills

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