Executive Assistant at Braeburn Schools

Braeburn Schools

  • Kenya
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Braeburn Schools is a group of 16 co-educational international schools spread over 9 campuses providing world class teaching of the British National Curriculum and GCE A-Levels to over 3,600 pupils. Our schools actively value and celebrate diversity, nurturing personal growth by providing a friendly and supportive environment.Executive AssistantBraeburn Schools Limited is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to provide high-level, strategic, administrative and operational support to the CEO. This role covers a broader range of responsibilities beyond basic administration.Key Responsibilities include.
  • Executive Support: Manage complex calendars, prioritize correspondence, draft high-quality reports, speeches, and presentations. Prepare materials for key meetings and anticipate the CEO’s needs.
  • Strategic Liaison: Act as the communication bridge between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders including board members, parents, staff, and partners.
  • Project Coordination: Support strategic initiatives by tracking performance indicators, managing projects and deadlines, and ensuring deliverables are met.
  • Meeting and Event Management: Plan and organize meetings, take minutes, and follow up on action points.
Coordinate strategic events and workshops. * Travel and Logistics Management: In liaison with the Administration Assistant – HR, make arrangement for domestic and international travel for the CEO, including itineraries, visas, accommodation, and contingency planning.
  • Confidentiality and Office Management: Handle sensitive documents with discretion and maintain secure records.
  • Leadership Support: Assist the CEO in monitoring and ensuring follow-through on key strategic initiatives and priorities.
Experience and Competencies required;
  • A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a related field like Business Administration or Secretarial Studies.
  • Relevant certifications in office administration, secretarial would be advantageous.
  • At least 5 years of experience as an Executive Assistant to CEO or Senior Officer, preferably in an international school set up.
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
  • Proficiency in relevant Microsoft Office, Google platform.
  • Meticulous attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
  • Adaptability and flexibility to respond to changing priorities.
  • Proactive and solution-oriented problem-solving.
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