Executive Assistant to the Co-Founder at IDYHA Capital

At IDYHA Capital - We are an Africa focused investment and advisory firm, established as a platform for strategic capital deployment with strong value creation capabilities across strategy, business transformation, and corporate turnaround. Our work is built on ethical partnerships and delivered through world class execution.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Executive Assistant to the Co-Founder

Location: Lekki phase 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports To: Co-Founder

Role Overview

• The Executive Assistant to the Co-Founder is a high-impact role responsible for providing direct, strategic, and operational support to the Co-Founder. This position requires a highly intelligent, detail-oriented individual with exceptional writing and analytical capabilities.
• The ideal candidate will serve as a trusted partner to the Co-Founder, supporting decision-making through rigorous analysis, producing high-quality written materials, and managing discrete projects from conception to completion with consistency, structure, and precision.
• This role is best suited for an individual with strong intellectual depth, sound judgment, and the ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities
Executive Support:

• Provide direct, day-to-day support to the Co-Founder
• Manage calendar, scheduling, and prioritisation of engagements
• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, and document key outcomes
• Track action items and ensure timely follow-through
• Support internal and external communications on behalf of the Co-Founder

Business Writing & Reporting (Core Focus):

• Prepare high-quality written materials including:
  • Client reports
  • Business memos and briefs
  • Strategic documents and presentations
• Translate complex ideas and data into clear, structured, and compelling narratives
• Ensure accuracy, clarity, and professionalism in all written outputs

Research & Analytical Support:

• Conduct in-depth research and analysis to support business decisions
• Gather, interpret, and synthesise data from multiple sources
• Develop insights and recommendations based on analytical findings
• Support strategic initiatives with well-structured thinking and evidence-based input

Project Ownership & Execution:

• Take ownership of discrete projects from initiation to completion
• Develop project plans, timelines, and deliverables
• Ensure disciplined execution, monitoring, and reporting of progress
• Maintain high standards of consistency, rigour, and accountability

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Engage effectively with senior management and key stakeholders
• Support preparation for executive-level meetings and discussions
• Demonstrate professionalism, discretion, and strong interpersonal skills

Core Skill Set Requirements

• Exceptional writing ability (non-negotiable)
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• High intellectual capacity and structured thinking
• Ability to synthesize complex information clearly and concisely
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality

Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (minimum requirement)
• First-Class degree from a reputable university is highly preferred
• Demonstrated experience producing high-quality written reports

3–5 years of experience in a role involving:

• Executive support
• Business writing
• Research and analysis

Key Competencies:

• Intellectual Rigour
• Attention to Detail
• Clear & Structured Thinking
• Communication Excellence
• Ownership & Accountability
• Discretion & Professionalism.

Salary
N350,000 per month.

Application Closing Date
30th April, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: cynthia.onuoha@idyha.com using the job title as the subject of the email.