Overview

• The Executive Brand & Operations Associate will serve as the right hand to the Founder across all ventures, including the upcoming Zooto Fashion brand and other existing or future companies under the Darey Group.
• This role blends executive assistance, brand management, and strategic operations. The ideal candidate is organized, research-oriented, and capable of managing multiple initiatives, from personal brand amplification to cross-company coordination. You will be a force multiplier — ensuring the Founder’s ideas are executed with precision, consistency, and polish.

Core Responsibilities

Executive Support & Operations

• Manage Founder’s daily calendar, appointments, priorities, and communications.
• Prepare briefs, summaries, and reports for meetings and partnerships.
• Track strategic goals and ensure follow-through across teams.
• Maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive business correspondence.

Brand & Communications Management

• Oversee social media accounts for both the Founder’s personal brand and company pages (LinkedIn, Instagram, X, YouTube, etc.).
• Manage content calendar — from ideation to publishing, including copywriting, captioning, and engagement.
• Collaborate with content creators, photographers, and editors to deliver a cohesive visual identity.
• Craft narratives that reflect the Founder’s voice, leadership journey, and ventures.
• Monitor social analytics and optimize strategy for growth.

Research & Strategy Support

• Conduct in-depth research on industries, competitors, and trends — especially in fashion, technology, education, and AI.
• Prepare concise briefs and data-driven recommendations for business decisions.
• Identify partnership, funding, and collaboration opportunities.

Talent Acquisition & Coordination

• Work directly with the Founder to recruit the core team (designers, tailors, content specialists, marketing leads, etc.).
• Draft job descriptions, screen applicants, and manage interview scheduling.
• Coordinate onboarding processes and maintain documentation.

Cross-Business Support

• Assist in the organization and operations of multiple ventures (fashion, tech, education, media, real estate, etc.).
• Serve as a bridge between the Founder and individual business leads.
• Prepare business summaries, investor decks, and presentations when needed.

Project & Workflow Management

• Use tools like Notion, Google Workspace, or ClickUp to track initiatives.
• Maintain structure and accountability across deliverables.
• Manage and document SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) for recurring tasks.

Skills & Attributes

• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong understanding of brand management and social media growth.
• High aesthetic sense; ability to curate visually consistent content.
• Analytical mindset — able to turn research into actionable insights.
• Discretion, integrity, and emotional intelligence.
• Entrepreneurial spirit; thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments.

Tools & Platforms

• Essential: Google Workspace, Notion, Canva, LinkedIn, Instagram, ChatGPT.
• Preferred: Go High Level CRM (Vibe Kulture), Meta Business Suite, Trello/ClickUp, Slack, Figma.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2–5 years of experience in brand management, executive assistance, or startup operations.
• Proven track record managing personal or company brand accounts.
• Excellent English communication (writing, editing, and presentation).
• Must be based in Abuja.