Personal Assistant to CEO

About the role

Our client, a leading multinational microfinance institution, is seeking a highly organized and proactive Personal Assistant to support the CEO for a three‑month fixed‑term assignment. The role provides comprehensive administrative and operational support, ensuring the CEO’s schedule, communications and engagements run smoothly in a fast‑paced, multi‑cultural environment.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the CEO’s calendar, appointments, meetings and both domestic and international travel arrangements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders.
• Prepare, edit and format correspondence, reports, presentations and other documents.
• Assist in organising board meetings, executive‑level events and compile high‑level board packs and confidential financial reports.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and maintain professionalism at all times.
• Coordinate logistics for strategic initiatives and special projects as assigned.
• Monitor and respond to emails and phone calls on behalf of the CEO when required.
• Support relationship management with key partners, clients and stakeholders.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years experience as a Personal or Executive Assistant supporting senior executives in multinational organisations.
• Excellent organisational, multitasking and time‑management abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Experience working across multiple time zones and cultures.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other productivity tools.