- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification BA/BSc/HND
- Experience 5 years
- Location Nairobi
- Job Field Administration / Secretarial 
Executive Assistant at Braeburn Schools
Executive Assistant
Braeburn Schools Limited is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to provide high-level, strategic, administrative and operational support to the CEO. This role covers a broader range of responsibilities beyond basic administration.
Key Responsibilities include.
- Executive Support: Manage complex calendars, prioritize correspondence, draft high-quality reports, speeches, and presentations. Prepare materials for key meetings and anticipate the CEO’s needs.
- Strategic Liaison: Act as the communication bridge between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders including board members, parents, staff, and partners.
- Project Coordination: Support strategic initiatives by tracking performance indicators, managing projects and deadlines, and ensuring deliverables are met.
- Meeting and Event Management: Plan and organize meetings, take minutes, and follow up on action points.
Coordinate strategic events and workshops. - Travel and Logistics Management: In liaison with the Administration Assistant – HR, make arrangement for domestic and international travel for the CEO, including itineraries, visas, accommodation, and contingency planning.
- Confidentiality and Office Management: Handle sensitive documents with discretion and maintain secure records.
- Leadership Support: Assist the CEO in monitoring and ensuring follow-through on key strategic initiatives and priorities.
Experience and Competencies required;
- A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a related field like Business Administration or Secretarial Studies.
- Relevant certifications in office administration, secretarial would be advantageous.
- At least 5 years of experience as an Executive Assistant to CEO or Senior Officer, preferably in an international school set up.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
- Proficiency in relevant Microsoft Office, Google platform.
- Meticulous attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
- Adaptability and flexibility to respond to changing priorities.
- Proactive and solution-oriented problem-solving.
Method of Application
If you possess the required qualifications and are passionate about contributing to a vibrant educational community, we invite you to apply by submitting your cover letter, resume indicating three (3) professional referees and filled employment form (click here to download) to hr@braeburn.ac.ke by Friday 11th July 2025. Anticipated Reporting date is 1st August 2025.
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