Exciting Career Opportunity: Executive Assistant to CEO at Aga Khan Education Service, Tanzania (AKES, T)
Are you a highly organized and proactive professional with a passion for executive-level support? Aga Khan Education Service, Tanzania (AKES, T) is seeking a dedicated Executive Assistant to the CEO to provide high-level administrative and strategic support in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.
About AKES, T
AKES, T operates three schools in Tanzania, committed to delivering world-class education that nurtures self-confident, ethical, and globally competent individuals. As part of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), we aim to create meaningful educational opportunities that empower students to make a lasting impact on their communities and beyond.
Position: Executive Assistant to the CEO
📍 Location: Dar es Salaam
📌 Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Role Overview
The Executive Assistant serves as the CEO’s right hand, handling executive communications, managing schedules, and coordinating outreach efforts. This position also provides administrative support to the Board of Directors and Senior Management Team (SMT), ensuring seamless executive operations.
Key Responsibilities
✔ Executive & Administrative Support
- Manage the CEO’s schedule, calendar, and meeting preparations, ensuring effective time management.
- Organize and prioritize incoming correspondence, drafting and responding as needed.
- Prepare and distribute official reports, presentations, and communication materials.
- Maintain an efficient filing system for correspondence and reference materials.
✔ Board & Senior Management Support
- Assist the CEO and SMT with meeting agendas, minutes, and follow-ups.
- Notify Board members and the Corporate Secretary of upcoming meetings.
- Facilitate external relations, executive outreach, and high-level stakeholder engagement.
Qualifications & Experience
📌 Educational Background:
✔ Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Business Administration, or a related field.
✔ Postgraduate qualifications are a plus.
📌 Professional Experience:
✔ Minimum of 5 years of executive-level support experience, preferably in the education sector.
✔ Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
✔ Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
✔ High level of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.
✔ Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, with the capacity to build relationships across diverse stakeholders.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
📌 Required Documents:
✅ Letter of application outlining your suitability for the role
✅ Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
✅ Certified copies of academic certificates (If studied outside Tanzania, certification by TCU is required)
✅ Contact details for three confidential referees, including the current Head of School or Line Manager
📩 Submit your application to:
HR – Aga Khan Education Service, Tanzania
📧 Email: hr@akest.org
📬 Mail: P.O. Box 125, Dar es Salaam
⏳ Application Deadline: February 15, 2025
Important Information
🔹 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
🔹 AKES, T is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
✨ Join us and be part of a mission-driven organization shaping the future of education in Tanzania! 📚🌍
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