Executive Assistant to the Managing Director at Baobab Microfinance Bank

Baobab Microfinance Bank is an investment company whose mission is to create a group of leading microfinance banks and finance companies in at least 15 countries by 2015 that will provide financial services and savings products to entrepreneurs who lack access to the traditional financial sector. Baobab was created in July 2005 by PlaNet Finance, and other investors including International Finance Corporation, AXA Belgium, and Societe Generale, with the European Investment Bank, the French Development Agency and Developing World Markets Joining later.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Executive Assistant to the Managing Director

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Executive Assistant (EA) to the Managing Director (MD) provides high-level administrative support to the MD by handling information requests, preparing reports, managing schedules and correspondence, coordinating executive communications, and ensuring effective time and task management.
• The EA plays a key role in streamlining executive-level operations and serves as a liaison between the MD and internal/external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the MD’s calendar, including scheduling appointments, meetings, travel, and conferences.
• Handle confidential correspondence, prepare memos, reports, presentations, and other documents as required.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on all matters pertaining to the MD.
• Coordinate communication between the MD and executive team, departments, board members, regulators, and key partners.
• Prepare briefing materials for meetings, events, and speaking engagements.
• Attend meetings with or on behalf of the MD, record minutes, and ensure timely follow-up on action items.
• Organize and coordinate strategic and administrative projects on behalf of the MD.
• Monitor and manage communications to ensure prompt attention to time-sensitive requests.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements, including visas, accommodations, and itineraries.
• Manage sensitive matters with a high level of confidentiality and discretion.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years post NYSC experience in a similar executive support role, preferably in banking or financial services.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Familiarity with the Nigerian financial regulatory environment is an added advantage.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of discretion and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Proactive, reliable, and trustworthy.
• Interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

Working Conditions:

• Full-time, in-office role with flexibility for occasional remote work or extended hours as required.
• Must be able to handle a fast-paced environment and shifting priorities.

Application Closing Date
14th March, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: bagbadu@baobab.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.
Or
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Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.