Executive Assistant-Ghana (Remote/Consultant)

ABOUT GENERATION

At Generation, we believe in the power of employment to change lives. We are a global nonprofit organization that supports adults to achieve economic mobility through employment. Generation trains and places adult learners of all ages into careers that are otherwise inaccessible, working in partnership with governments, employers, and other system actors. We also conduct original research and share data insights on high priority global workforce transition topics to inform decision-making by workforce system stakeholders. Launched in 2015, Generation comprises a global hub (Generation You Employed, or GYE) and a network of in-country affiliates. To date, the network has 100,000+ graduates and 11,000+ employers across 46 professions and 17 countries.  

When learners join Generation, 91% are unemployed, of which nearly half are long-term unemployed.  Three months after completing our program, graduates have an 78% job placement rate, rising to 88% within six months. Of our employed graduates, 68% are hired by repeat employers who have previously hired Generation graduates, and 89% are in jobs directly related to the profession for which we have trained them. Employed graduates immediately earn an average of 3-4X their previous earnings.  Two to five years after graduation, 77% of our alumni from upper-middle income countries continue to meet their daily financial needs and 63% can save for the future. To date, Generation’s global graduates have earned more than $1 billion in wages. Generation graduates typically have a secondary school background, 54% are female, 34% have dependents, and the majority identify with underrepresented communities in their country. 

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are looking for an exceptional Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to senior leadership

You will be joining at an exciting time for Generation, as we enter into a partnership with MasterCard Foundation on a project called GROW. Under this partnership, we have launched training and placement programs for a number of remote roles (such as, data analysts, digital marketing, web development and customer service). Generation is also coordinating a coalition of partners to experiment with different methods of delivery to find out ‘what works’ before we scale

This role is for a full-time assignment, for the project period through October 2025, with a possibility of extension and contingent on funding availability. Candidates must have the right to work in their country of residence. Hours are expected to be 40 hours per week. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Executive Assistant will:

·       Manage executives’ calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate international time zones.

·       Prepare agendas, take meeting minutes, and ensure timely follow-ups.

·       Draft and proofread emails, reports, presentations, and correspondence.

·       Ensure seamless communication by prioritizing and screening emails and messages.

·       Assist in tracking key deliverables and deadlines across multiple initiatives.

·       Provide administrative support for special projects, including research and data compilation.

·       Maintain organized records and documentation in digital formats.

·       Arrange travel logistics when necessary, including booking flights, accommodations, and itineraries for in-person engagements.

ABOUT YOU

🗹     3+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant

🗹     Exceptional organizational and time-management skills

🗹     Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

🗹     Proficiency in productivity tools, including Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and virtual collaboration tools like Zoom, Slack, or Asana

🗹     Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a remote environment

🗹     High degree of professionalism, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality

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