Executive Assistant/Executive Operations at Healthcap

The Company

The mission of HealthCap Africa, often known as “HealthCap” or “HCA,” is to invest in assets that promote global health and enhance the lives of 1.4 billion Africans.

Our venture fund focuses on funding fintech and health tech firms in their early stages around the continent. We have invested in more than 16 firms with over a million users and customers across 10 countries. Together, they have received close to $100 million in follow-on finance.

The Role

As a key part of the executive team, you will offer the CEO and other senior executives all-encompassing support. Strategic project management, substantial management expense supervision, and administrative responsibilities are all part of this function. You’ll perform well in a remote, fast-paced setting, effectively handling both simple and challenging assignments.

Responsibilities

• Administrative Support: Professionally handle letters and presentations; oversee executive schedules, travel, and communication arrangements.
• Project & Event Management: Arrange business gatherings, oversee initiatives, and guarantee adherence to spending plans and organisational objectives.
• Strategic Support: Prepare thorough reports with an emphasis on cost analysis and participate in strategic initiatives.
• Expense Oversight: Monitor and document management expenditures to maximise savings without sacrificing quality.
• Operational Efficiency: Make adjustments to cut expenses and simplify procedures.

Requirements

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Operations Management or related field, with 5+ years in executive support or operations, emphasizing cost management.
• Project Management: Proficient in planning, executing, and overseeing complex projects and events with attention to detail and time management.
• Financial Acumen: Strong background in cost analysis, expense management, and budget optimization.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to assist in strategic planning and make recommendations for operational improvements.
• Communication & Presentation: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to prepare and present executive-level reports.
• Tech Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and project management tools; familiarity with financial or expense tracking software is an advantage.
• Strong problem-solving skills, confidentiality, adaptability, and meticulous attention to detail.

To Apply:

Send your CV and cover letter detailing relevant experience with “Executive Assistant/Executive Operations” as the subject.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.