Executive Assistant (EA) to the Founder

Executive Assistant (EA) to the Founder

Job Location: Lagos, Nigeria (with occasional travel)
Employment Type: Full-time
Organization: The Mary Ojulari Foundation
Reports To: Founder of the Mary Ojulari Foundation

Role Summary

The Executive Assistant (EA) will provide high-level administrative and operational support to the Founder, enabling her to focus on the strategic growth and impact of the Mary Ojulari Foundation.
The EA will act as a liaison between the Founder and internal/external stakeholders, ensure the smooth execution of daily activities, and support the Foundation’s programmes and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
Administrative Support:

Manage the Founder’s calendar, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments.
Organise and prepare materials for meetings, presentations, and events.
Handle correspondence, draft emails, and maintain communication on behalf of the Founder.
Monitor and prioritise tasks, ensuring deadlines are met.

Strategic and Operational Support:

Assist the Founder in the planning and execution of Foundation initiatives and events.
Conduct research and prepare reports to support decision-making.
Maintain records of key projects, stakeholder interactions, and progress updates.
Ensure alignment with the Foundation’s mission and goals in all activities.

Stakeholder Management:

Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, including government officials, corporate partners, and community leaders.
Coordinate logistics for meetings and follow up on actionable items.

Communications and Social Media:

Collaborate with the communications team to amplify the Founder’s personal brand and the Foundation’s visibility.
Draft content for newsletters, articles, and social media platforms.

Event Coordination:

Support the planning and execution of Foundation events, including the Ignite Bootcamp, Vanguard Fellowship, and community outreach programmes.
Coordinate travel, accommodation, and logistics for the Founder and key stakeholders.

Key Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Executive Assistant or similar role.
Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
High level of discretion and confidentiality.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and project management tools.
Social media management experience is an advantage.

Key Attributes:

Proactive, resourceful, and solution-oriented.
Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
A team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
Passionate about the Foundation’s mission to empower communities and uplift young entrepreneurs.

Compensation
Competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their resume and cover letter to: recruitment@maryojularifoundation.org using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.

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