Executive Assistant - Nairobi
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About the job Work directly with global founders and executives — and learn how high-performing leaders operate behind the scenes. At Athena, you won’t just assist—you’ll act as a strategic partner helping leaders scale their time, decisions, and impact. What You’ll Do Own calendars, inboxes, and priorities across time zones Execute research and high-impact projects Create presentations and executive-ready content Coordinate with global stakeholders Anticipate needs and solve problems proactively What We’re Looking For Strong English communication skills Highly organized and detail-oriented Proactive, resourceful, and tech-savvy (Google Workspace, Mac, AI tools) Available full-time (40 hrs/week), often U.S. hours Fully dedicated to one role Location & Setup Must live within 80 km of the Nairobi Hub Able to report onsite when needed Includes 2 weeks onsite onboarding + ongoing training Compensation & Benefits During Training (up to 6 weeks): Intensive onsite training Trainee status Upon Client Match: Earn up to KES 90,500/month HMO coverage Mental health support (psychologist, psychiatrist, or coach) Career growth with ongoing coaching & training Access to a 3,000+ global support network Sponsored MBA opportunity Company-issued equipment Requirements Reliable WFH setup Minimum 30 Mbps internet Device: i5 (8th gen+) / Ryzen 5 3000+ / Mac (2017+); 8GB RAM (16GB recommended)