Executive Assistant – In‑Person Support for Senior Executive

About the role

The Cobalt Partners, an advisory firm focused on African business growth, is seeking a proactive and highly discreet Executive Assistant to provide in‑person lifestyle, logistical and administrative support to a senior executive. This full‑time position is based in Accra and requires a Ghanaian resident with reliable transportation.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and organise the executive’s complex calendar, scheduling meetings, appointments and events to optimise time and priorities.
• Arrange detailed travel itineraries, including flights, accommodation, ground transportation and meeting schedules.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for communications, screening calls, emails and visitors, and responding or redirecting as appropriate.
• Prepare, proofread and organise reports, presentations, correspondence and confidential documents.
• Coordinate and record minutes of meetings, ensuring follow‑up on action items.
• Compile and process expense reports, invoices and other financial documentation.
• Assist in project coordination by conducting research, preparing reports and liaising with various departments.

Required profile

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or similar role supporting high‑level individuals.
• Impeccable discretion, professionalism and strong organisational skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced, high‑expectation environment.
• Excellent communication skills and emotional intelligence.
• Based in Accra with reliable transportation; willingness to be accessible outside normal business hours when needed.