Chief of Staff to the Founder Group CEO

About the Role

• The Chief of Staff serves as the operational and strategic leader of the Office of the Founder & Group CEO. You will ensure that priorities are translated into action, strategic initiatives are executed with excellence, and the CEO’s time, focus, and decisions generate the greatest possible impact.
• Working alongside senior executives, government leaders, multinational partners, investors, and development organizations, you will help drive initiatives that influence industries, strengthen institutions, and accelerate Africa’s digital transformation.
• This role demands exceptional judgment, executive maturity, discretion, business acumen, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-performance environment.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Strategy & Execution

• Partner with the Founder & Group CEO to execute strategic priorities across all INUA AI Group companies.
• Drive implementation of executive decisions and monitor organizational performance.
• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives and ensure timely execution.
• Prepare executive dashboards, reports, and strategic updates.

Executive Office Leadership

• Lead the Office of the Founder & Group CEO.
• Manage executive priorities, schedules, and key deliverables.
• Ensure seamless coordination between the CEO and the Executive Leadership Team.
• Track action items and drive accountability across the organization.

Strategic Communications

• Draft and review executive correspondence, speeches, presentations, board papers, government communications, and strategic proposals.
• Support executive thought leadership across digital platforms.
• Maintain consistency with INUA AI Group’s executive brand and communication standards.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Coordinate engagements with government agencies, development partners, investors, technology partners, multinational corporations, universities, and strategic clients.
• Prepare executive briefing notes, meeting packs, and decision-support materials.
• Build trusted relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.

Project & Portfolio Management

• Oversee high-impact strategic initiatives from planning through execution.
• Monitor project milestones, risks, dependencies, and outcomes.
• Facilitate collaboration across multiple business units.

Executive Intelligence & Research

• Conduct executive-level research on Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, Public Policy, Emerging Technologies, and Market Trends.
• Produce concise, actionable insights that support executive decision-making.

Governance & Operations

• Support board meetings, executive leadership meetings, and governance processes.
• Maintain confidentiality while managing highly sensitive information.
• Strengthen executive operating rhythms and organizational discipline.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Law, International Relations, Communications, Computer Science, Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• A Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience supporting C-suite executives, founders, or senior government leaders.
• Experience in technology, consulting, financial services, multinational organizations, or high-growth companies is highly desirable.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking an exceptional leader who demonstrates:

• Outstanding strategic thinking and business judgment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Executive presence and professional maturity.
• High emotional intelligence and relationship-building ability.
• Strong project and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Impeccable integrity and discretion.
• The ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• A passion for innovation, Artificial Intelligence, and Africa’s digital future.

Technical Proficiency

Experience with:

• Microsoft 365
• Google Workspace
• Executive presentation development
• Project management platforms
• Data analysis and reporting tools
• AI productivity platforms including ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini, or similar technologies

Success in This Role

Within your first year, you will have:

• Established a high-performing Office of the Founder & Group CEO.
• Improved executive decision-making through timely insights and strategic coordination.
• Strengthened execution of organizational priorities across the Group.
• Enhanced stakeholder engagement and executive communications.
• Increased operational efficiency within the Executive Office.