Executive and Project Assistant

• Provide project administration and business development support, including in: reporting writing; drafting project documents; preparing presentations; conducting research.
• Provide day to day operational administrative support, including scheduling meetings, and managing calendars; meeting follow up. 
• Lead on event management, including coordination of client and personnel reservations for the strategic engagement leadership.
• Oversee all aspects of office management and operations of our Nairobi office, including facilities, supplies, and services, in an effort to create a safe and productive work environment for the team.
• Support the organization of travel logistics, including relevant coordination of meetings, as required.
• Handle administrative and operational issues independently, escalating complex matters to appropriate individuals when necessary.
• Support the coordination and management and work closely with the project teams to ensure deadlines are met and deliverables are achieved.
• Bring aboard a positive mindset and be open to learning something new each day!

• Bachelor’s degree in any field with at least 3 years of professional experience in program management/administration.
• Well-rounded experience in supporting and assisting high-level professionals in all matters related to their daily activities.
• High level of problem-solving skills, Microsoft Office and overall IT savviness.
• Excellent organization-, communication- (verbal and written), and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail as well as structured and analytical way of thinking.
• Fluency in English.
• Ability to work and be flexible in a fast-paced scale-up environment.
• Experience working in a multicultural environment.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• The opportunity to make an impact in a fast-growing and well-established big data SaaS scale-up.
• Work with leading public and private institutions.

World Data Lab is a pioneering company that produces globally consistent and reliable forecast data on consumer demand. Our data is utilized by businesses worldwide, predominantly in the FMCG, retail, and financial services sectors. We offer our data on a subscription basis, providing critical insights that drive business decisions.

World Data Lab’s headquarter is located in Vienna, Austria. Satellite offices are located in Washington D.C., USA and Nairobi, Kenya with teams located on 5 continents.