Vacancy title:
Executive Assistant to the Managing Director

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Business Management and Administration, Category: Admin & Office]

Jobs at:
CHINT Uganda

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, April 28 2025

Duty Station:
kampala | Kampala | Uganda

Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, April 8 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Support:

• Manage the Managing Director’s calendar, prioritize appointments, and coordinate high-level meetings (internal and external).
• Prepare agendas, minutes, and follow-up actions for board meetings, strategy sessions, and cross-departmental reviews.
• Draft and proofread business correspondence, reports, and presentations in English.

1. Business Coordination:

• Act as a liaison between the Managing Director and teams across CHINT Electric (electrical/lighting) and Oppein Home (cabinetry/furniture) divisions.
• Track progress of key projects, ensuring alignment with company goals and timelines.
• Analyze sales data, market trends, and operational reports to provide actionable insights.

1. Stakeholder Engagement:

• Organize logistics for client visits, supplier negotiations, and partnership meetings.
• Support the Managing Director in government relations, compliance matters, and local regulatory requirements.

1. Confidentiality & Efficiency:

• Handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Streamline administrative processes to enhance executive productivity.

Requirements

1. Education: Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.
2. Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience as an Executive Assistant, preferably in electrical, construction, furniture, or retail sectors.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in known & medium-large sized company.
• Familiarity with multinational corporate environments; experience in African markets (especially Uganda/East Africa) is a strong advantage.

1. Skills:

• Fluent English (written and spoken) is mandatory; proficiency in Chinese (to liaise with CHINT/Oppein HQ) or local languages (e.g., Luganda, Swahili) is a plus.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and CRM tools.
• Exceptional organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities.

1. Attributes:

• Proactive, detail-oriented, and adaptable to fast-paced environments.
• Strong cultural awareness and ability to work with diverse teams.
• Valid work permit for Uganda (or willingness to relocate; visa support available).

Why Join Us?

• Impact: Play a pivotal role in shaping the growth of two leading brands (CHINT & Oppein) in Uganda.
• Growth: Access to professional development programs and exposure to cross-functional projects.
• Benefits: Competitive salary, health coverage, travel allowance in case of non-resident and annual leave.
• Legacy: Join a 20-year industry leader with a reputation for quality and innovation.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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