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Turnkey Africa Kenya
Executive & People And Culture Assistant

Turnkey Africa Kenya

Nairobi | Full Time , Hybrid | ICT / Telecommunication

Closing in 1 week from now

Job Summary

  • The Executive & People and Culture Assistant plays a dual role supporting both executive leadership and the People & Culture P&C function. This position demands a high level of discretion, initiative, organisation, and interpersonal acumen. You’ll be the backbone of executive coordination and a culture champion, enhancing employee experience, supporting Human Resources and operations programs, and contributing to a thriving workplace.

Responsibilities

Executive Support

  • Manage executive and company calendars, meetings, travel, and communications
  • Prepare company wide reports, briefings, presentations, and correspondence
  • Coordinate internal and external meetings, workshops, and events
  • Track strategic follow-ups, action items, and deliverables
  • Handle confidential information with discretion 
  • Act as a liaison between executives and internal / external stakeholders.

People & Culture Support

  • Assist with recruitment:  posting jobs, scheduling interviews, managing applicant communications, maintaining candidate pipelines
  • Support on boarding and off boarding processes
  • Maintain accurate employee records and documentation
  • Assist in coordinating training sessions 
  • Perform periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately
  • Coordinate employee engagement activities including town hall meetings and internal communications
  • Assist in developing and implementing HR initiatives, policies, and procedures
  • Provide first-line P& C support and uphold confidentiality and compliance
  • Supervise support staff

Office Management

  • Oversee daily office operations to ensure cleanliness, orderliness, and functionality
  • Supervise support staff cleaners, gardener, security., assigning duties and monitoring performance
  • Coordinate with vendors and service providers to ensure standards are met
  • Ensure security protocols are followed and liaise with building/security personnel
  • Keep inventory of supplies and manage procurement needs

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Collaborate with Operations and all departments to support employee life cycle processes
  • Assist to coordinate internal training, team-building events, and performance review processes.
  • Support internal communications and contribute to building an inclusive, vibrant culture.

Qualifications and skills

  • Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field 
  • At least three 3 years of experience in an executive assistant or HR support role
  • Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
  • Excellent communication written and verbal 
  • Problem solving and interpersonal skills 
  • Exhibits sound judgement with ability to prioritise and make decisions
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools
  • Knowledge of HR systems e.g., Bamboo HR is a plus
  • High integrity and ability to handle sensitive information with discretion

What Success Look like  

  • Seamless executive support that enhances Executive Committee Ex Co & Managers efficiency
  • Positive employee experience through responsive, empathetic HR assistance
  • A well-organised, inclusive, and vibrant work environment

Key Performance Indicators KPIs

Executive Support

  • Calendar Accuracy & Efficiency: 100% of meetings scheduled without conflicts or rescheduling
  • Task Turnaround Time: Within 8 hours to complete executive requests or follow-ups
  • Meeting Preparedness: 100% of meetings with agendas and materials prepared in advance
  • Confidentiality & Discretion: Zero breaches in handling sensitive information
  • HR Documentation Accuracy: 100% of employee records maintained without errors

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