Virtual Executive Assistant & Business Development Associate

Virtual Executive Assistant & Business Development Associate
We are seeking a highly organized, tech-savvy, and proactive Virtual Executive Assistant to support a community leader and business executive based in Lagos, Nigeria. This is a multifaceted role that combines high-level administrative support with active participation in business development and sales outreach across the African continent.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses the "digital fluency" required to leverage modern AI tools for maximum efficiency.

Key Responsibilities
Executive Support: Manage scheduling, professional correspondence, and daily administrative tasks via WhatsApp and email.

Business Development & Sales: Conduct outreach and manage lead generation for specialized certification services across various African markets.

Content & Communication: Utilize ChatGPT and other AI tools to draft professional documents, polish communications, and create reports.

Database Management: Maintain organized records of clients, partners, and project milestones.

Strategic Follow-ups: Ensure no lead or task falls through the cracks by maintaining a rigorous follow-up system.

Required Qualifications
Exceptional English Skills: Mastery of written and spoken English is non-negotiable. You must be able to draft professional, nuanced correspondence.

AI Proficiency: Demonstrated experience using ChatGPT (or similar LLMs) to streamline workflows and enhance output quality.

Technical Setup: You must own a reliable laptop and have a high-speed, stable internet connection with a backup power solution.

Communication Tools: Expert-level proficiency with WhatsApp for business coordination and standard office software.

Sales Aptitude: Comfortable with cold outreach, relationship building, and professional persistence.

Attributes of the Ideal Candidate
Discretion: Ability to handle sensitive organizational and business information with total confidentiality.

Resourcefulness: A "find a way" attitude when faced with logistical or research challenges.

Global Mindset: Comfortable communicating with diverse stakeholders across different cultures and time zones.

Detail-Oriented: You notice the small things that others miss.