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Executive Associate to the National Director

Kampala
Full-time
Deadline 2026-07-01
Posted 2 weeks ago

Role overview

What you'll be stepping into

Job Description:

Reports to: National Director

Key Result Areas:

Administrative Support to the National Director

  • Manage and prioritize the National Director’s calendar, including scheduling meetings, appointments and travel arrangements. 

  • Prepare and edit correspondence, communications, presentations, and other documents on behalf of the National Director. 

  • Ensure all administrative activities run smoothly and efficiently to support the National Director’s work. 

  • Respond to emerging situations proactively, as and when required. 

  • To coordinate the SLT members and key visitors’ schedule of appointments, meetings, and other business functions. 

  • To maintain the NDs office files, ensuring the confidentiality of all documents.

  • Set up Zoom and Skype meetings and take minutes during meetings and distribute, as required. 

  • Follow up and document official communications with Government and other partners. 
     

Communication and Liaison

  • Serve as the primary point of contact between the National Director and internal/external stakeholders. 

  • Facilitate communication and collaboration with the leadership team, staff, and external partners, ensuring information flows effectively. 

  • Draft and review communications to ensure consistency and alignment with World Vision’s mission and values. 

  • Managing logistics, guest lists and event schedules.

  • Provide support in tracking/managing leave for SLT Members and their direct reports. 

  • Support in updating and follow up of Microsoft Team online collaboration platform led by SLT members.

  • Assist in scheduling performance review meetings with SLT member’s direct reports as well as collating supporting documentation for the review meetings. 

  • Schedule regular catch up meetings with SLT direct reports. 
     

Meeting Coordination and Documentation

  • Organize and coordinate meetings for the leadership team and other key events.

  • Prepare agendas, materials, and take accurate minutes during meetings.

  • Follow up on action items and decisions from meetings to ensure they are implemented.

  • Manage the National Directors calendar, and in consultation with the SLT maintain a calendar of key events. 

  • To develop, set up and document office administrative systems related to: filing of documents, records management, and communications while ensuring confidential matters are handled promptly and efficiently. 

  • Provide support towards organization of Senior Leadership Team (SLT) Meetings.

  • Follow up on key processes from the SLT and other relevant Team working group meetings. 
     

Project and Event Management

  • Assist in the planning and execution of special projects and events led by the National Director’s office.

  • Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure projects and events are delivered on time, within scope, and with high quality.

  • Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to the National Director.

  • Plan SLT members' field visits in consultation with the respective Program Directors or Regional Program Managers. 

  • In liaison with the Legal, Governance and Compliance Manager, coordinate Board field visits.

  • To coordinate travel plans and arrangements in coordination with the different departments, including flight bookings, shuttle arrangements and accommodation for all guests. 

  • Coordinate joint board field visits between Vision Fund and World Vision.
     

Office Management and Operations

  • Oversee the smooth operation of the National Director’s office, including office supplies, equipment, and facilities.

  • Manage budgets and expenditures related to the National Director’s office.

  • Manage office supplies, equipment, and facilities to ensure a productive work environment.

  • Manage logistics, guest lists, and event schedules.
     

Governance and Board Administration Support

  • Maintain and update Directors’ files, ensuring that all governance records, declarations, appointment documents, CVs, identification documents, and statutory records are complete, current, and securely maintained.

  • Support the Legal, Governance and Compliance Manager in coordinating Board and Board Committee meetings, including scheduling meetings, preparing logistics, circulating notices, agendas, and meeting packs.  

  • Track Directors' declarations of interest, annual disclosures, and governance compliance documentation.

  • Support the maintenance of statutory registers and governance records in accordance with organizational policies and legal requirements.

  • Organize board meeting venues, logistics, and reimbursements for fare and data.
     

KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, Management, or a related field

  • Professional certifications such as Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) are a plus

  • Significant experience in administrative roles, preferably as an Executive Assistant or in a similar capacity supporting senior executives.

  • Proven track record of managing schedules, handling correspondence, and maintaining office records efficiently.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Strong command of the English language.

  • Proficiency in Office Software such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

  • Experience handling sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion.

  • Experience in troubleshooting and resolving office-related problems. efficiently.

  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and handle unexpected tasks with ease.

  • Ability to navigate and manage relationships effectively.

  • Must have experience in working with senior management personnel and in a team-oriented environment including working for more than one line manager will be an advantage. 

  • Maturity to deal with competing priorities, complexities and handle very confidential information professionally.

  • Must be a Practicing Christian and an Active member of the Church.

  • Female Candidates are encouraged to apply.


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