About this role
Executive Assistant
At OBIDA, thoughtful design starts with how we think, work, and treat one another. Our team brings together people across design, production, retail, operations, finance, and marketing, each contributing to the products and experiences we create.
We ask questions, understand the purpose behind our work, and care about the details. We take responsibi...
Executive Assistant Job Type Full Time , Onsite Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience 4 - 8 years
Location
Job Field Administration / Facilities
Job Overview
Help the CEO of OBIDA focus on the decisions and creative direction that move the business forward. You’ll bring structure to a fast-moving, founder-led team creating original African print fashion, while working closely with its leaders to keep priorities, people and projects on track.
Responsibilities
- Protect the CEO’s calendar, prioritize requests, and resolve scheduling conflicts.
- Prepare meeting briefs, capture decisions, and follow action items through to completion.
- Track CEO commitments, assign owners, and flag risks before deadlines slip.
- Coordinate travel, logistics, stakeholders, and cross-functional projects.
- Support operational and people-related coordination
- Handle confidential administration, personal scheduling, and occasional errands.
Requirements
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4-8 years of experience
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3+ years supporting a founder or senior executive
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Project and stakeholder coordination
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Executive calendar prioritization
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Meeting preparation and follow-through
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Confidential information handling
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Clear written and verbal communication
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Executive calendar management and prioritization
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Commitment, owner, and follow-up tracking
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Meeting brief preparation and action-item documentation
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Founder or senior executive support (3+ years)
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Cross-functional coordination within defined responsibilities
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Preferred Qualifications
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Fashion or creative-business experience
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What the Role Offers
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This is a creative, founder-led business where priorities can change quickly. You’ll take initiative, work closely with the Operations Lead, and stay composed when support is needed on regular evenings or weekends.
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