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Executive Administrator/Office Manager

Shugulika Africa Limited
Dar es Salaam, Dar es salaam, Tanzania Posted Sep 4, 2026
Full-time

About this role

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and professional Executive Administrator / Office Manager to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to senior management while ensuring the efficient day-to-day running of the office. The successful candidate will coordinate executive schedules, manage office administration, support HR and sales administration, maintain effective communication across departments, and serve as a key point of contact for clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, professionalism, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Provide executive administrative support to senior management, including calendar management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, and correspondence.

  • Oversee the day-to-day administration and smooth operation of the office.

  • Coordinate internal communications and follow up on action items across departments.

  • Support sales administration by preparing proposals, updating CRM systems, coordinating client follow-ups, and preparing sales reports.

  • Assist with HR administration, including maintaining employee records, coordinating onboarding, tracking leave, and supporting general HR processes.

  • Prepare professional reports, presentations, meeting agendas, and minutes.

  • Act as the primary point of contact for clients, suppliers, service providers, and office visitors, ensuring a high standard of customer service.

  • Monitor office supplies, equipment, service contracts, and administrative budgets.

  • Maintain accurate and organized digital and physical filing systems.

  • Coordinate office meetings, events, and logistics as required.

  • Ensure compliance with company administrative policies and procedures.

  • Support senior management with special projects and business initiatives.

  • Identify opportunities to improve administrative processes and office efficiency.

  • Handle confidential information with integrity and discretion.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Office Management, Human Resource Management, or a related field. Equivalent professional experience may be considered.

  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in executive administration, office management, executive assistance, or a similar role.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

  • Strong organizational, planning, and multitasking skills with excellent attention to detail.

  • High level of professionalism, integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

  • Experience using CRM systems and other cloud-based business applications.

  • Strong interpersonal, customer service, and stakeholder management skills.

  • Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

  • Experience supporting directors, executives, or senior management is highly preferred.

  • Exposure to sales administration, customer service, and HR administration is an added advantage.

  • Previous experience in a professional services, corporate, coworking, hospitality, or media environment is preferred.

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