Executive Assistant to the Deputy Managing Director (DMD)

Starzs Investments Company Limited is a wholly indigenous Marine Logistics Company incorporated in 1986 in Nigeria as a Private Limited Company under the Companies Act. The Company has grown to be one of Nigeria’s foremost 100% indigenous marine logistics service companies, rendering safe and professional services to both International and Local Oil Companies.

A valuable combination of knowledge, expertise and experience gained over the years, in Upstream Oil and Gas Industry projects has played a vital role in placing Starzs at the highest echelon of the Nigerian Maritime Industry as a world-class Marine Logistics Services Provider.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Executive Assistant to the Deputy Managing Director (DMD)

Location: Rivers

Job Summary

• We are seeking a highly intelligent, experienced, analytical, and technology-savvy Executive Assistant to the Deputy Managing Director (DMD).
• The ideal candidate must possess strong numerical and analytical skills, sound business acumen, and the ability to work confidently with figures, reports, and business information.
• A background in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Management, or a related discipline will be an advantage.
• Beyond conventional administrative support, the successful candidate must be proactive, commercially aware, highly organised, and capable of anticipating executive needs, managing competing priorities, and supporting informed decision-making in a fast-paced business environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the DMD’s calendar, appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements.

• Prepare, review, and present reports, presentations, business summaries, and executive correspondence.

• Assist in reviewing financial reports, budgets, expenditure records, and other numerical information, ensuring accuracy and highlighting relevant observations.

• Use Microsoft Excel and other digital tools to organise data, analyse figures, track activities, and prepare management reports.

• Coordinate internal and external meetings, prepare agendas, document action points, and follow up on agreed deliverables.

• Monitor projects, assignments, deadlines, and management directives to ensure timely execution.

• Screen and prioritise emails, calls, requests, and other communications requiring the DMD’s attention.

• Conduct research, gather business information, and provide concise summaries to support executive decisions.

• Maintain accurate records and handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgement.

• Liaise professionally with department heads, employees, clients, business partners, and other stakeholders.

• Identify opportunities to improve administrative processes, information management, and executive office efficiency.

• Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Business Management, or another relevant discipline.

• 3–5 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in executive support, finance, accounting, business analysis, operations, or a related corporate function.

• Demonstrable proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

• Experience preparing management reports, analysing numerical data, or supporting business decisions will be an advantage.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Strong numerical and analytical ability: Comfortable working with figures, spreadsheets, financial information, and business reports.
• Technology proficiency: Able to leverage digital tools to improve productivity, organise information, and streamline workflows.
• Business acumen: Ability to understand business information, identify inconsistencies, and present findings clearly.
• Professional maturity: Demonstrates sound judgement, composure, confidence, and the ability to interact effectively with senior executives.
• Intelligence and initiative: Quick to learn, resourceful, solution-oriented, and able to anticipate needs without constant supervision.
• Organisation and prioritisation: Excellent time management, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing demands.
• Communication and interpersonal skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to relate professionally with people at different levels.
• Confidentiality and integrity: Demonstrates discretion, reliability, and respect for sensitive information.
• Resilience and adaptability: Able to work effectively under pressure and respond to changing priorities.

Application Closing Date

30th November, 2026.