Job Listing: Executive Associate

Organization: Emerging Public Leaders

Duty Station: Remote (Preferably based in Africa, ideally Uganda)

About Us:

Emerging Public Leaders is at the forefront of Africa’s development, cultivating a new generation of public servants dedicated to social impact. We believe in accelerating Africa’s growth by strengthening the civil service from its very core.

Job Summary:

The Executive Associate to the Executive Director will play a pivotal role in providing executive support to the Executive Director (ED) of Emerging Public Leaders. This position requires a dynamic individual who thrives in a mission-driven environment, possesses exceptional organizational skills, and can effectively manage tasks to meet deadlines.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Executive and Strategic Support

• Manage an active calendar of appointments for the Executive Director (ED), ensuring timely scheduling and coordination.
• Complete expense reports and maintain digital documentation efficiently.
• Coordinate and prioritize incoming issues, concerns, and communications for the ED.
• Prepare the ED for meetings, including board meetings, by compiling and reviewing necessary documents, presentations, and reports.
• Facilitate internal and external stakeholder outreach, acting as a direct point of contact for the ED.
• Handle confidential correspondence and maintain discretion in all interactions.
• Arrange complex travel plans, logistics, and itineraries for the ED, ensuring seamless travel experiences.

Leadership Team Liaison

• Support the ED in maintaining communication and timelines with the Leadership Team, Board of Directors, and external relations.
• Assist in scheduling Leadership Team meetings and prepare meeting minutes.
• Maintain organized records of Leadership meetings and follow up on action items as needed.

Additional Responsibilities

• Represent the ED in designated meetings as required.
• Perform any other tasks as assigned by the Executive Director.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; a master’s degree is advantageous.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience as an Executive Assistant to a CEO/Executive Director or in a similar strategic advisory role.
• Excellent planning, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Proficiency in office productivity tools with a knack for learning new software.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and maintain a high level of service.
• Experience in financial data analysis and report design.
• Flexible to work with teams across different time zones and locations.
• Strong team player with the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Location:

This position is remote and ideally based in Africa, preferably Uganda.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates who meet the qualifications are invited to submit a cover letter and resume in one PDF document to jobs@emergingpublicleaders.org with “Executive Associate” as the subject line.

Application Deadline: 1st March 2024

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Note:

Emerging Public Leaders is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We consider applicants’ qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law.