Overview
Executive Assistant – Nairobi Jobs in Kajiado County, Kenya at Athena
Title: Executive Assistant – Nairobi
Company: Athena
Location: Kajiado County, Kenya
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)
Why Athena?
- Get global exposure, elite training, and a fast track into operations, strategy, and executive support.