Summary
We are a fast-growing agritech startup on a mission to digitalize agriculture and improve market access for farmers across Africa.
As our Executive Associate, you will work directly with the CEO to drive strategic initiatives, support cross-functional operations, and help keep the organization moving efficiently.
This is a high-exposure, high-ownership role ideal for someone early in their career who wants to learn how a tech startup operates from the inside.
Responsibilities
Support the CEO in executing on strategic priorities, research, and decision-making
Coordinate cross-functional projects across product, operations, partnerships, and growth
Track key business metrics and prepare summaries, reports, and briefings
Manage and follow up on action items, timelines, and deliverables across teams
Assist with drafting communications, presentations, and stakeholder-facing documents
Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and landscape scans as needed
Support accelerator applications, grant writing, and investor-facing materials
Help streamline internal processes and flag bottlenecks before they compound
Act as a liaison between the executive and internal/external stakeholders
Support basiccustomer communication and follow-ups where required
Assist with vendor coordination, logistics, and general operational tasks
Provide support across different areas of the business as needs evolve
Requirement
0 to 2 years of experience in a startup, consulting, operations, or strategy-adjacent role
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
A proactive self-starter who takes ownership without waiting to be micromanaged
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, resource-constrained environment
Proficiency with Google Workspace, Notion, or similar productivity tools
A genuine interest in agriculture, food systems, or African tech ecosystems is a plus