Executive Assistant - Nairobi at Athena

About the job


Work directly with global founders and executives — and learn how high-performing leaders operate behind the scenes.
At Athena, you won't just assist—you'll act as a strategic partner helping leaders scale their time, decisions, and impact.


What You'll Do


Own calendars, inboxes, and priorities across time zones
Execute research and high-impact projects
Create presentations and executive-ready content
Coordinate with global stakeholders
Anticipate needs and solve problems proactively


What We're Looking For


Strong English communication skills
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Proactive, resourceful, and tech-savvy (Google Workspace, Mac, AI tools)
Available full-time (40 hrs/week), often U.S. hours
Fully dedicated to one role


Location & Setup


Must live within 80 km of the Nairobi Hub
Able to report onsite when needed
Includes 2 weeks onsite onboarding + ongoing training


Compensation & Benefits

During Training (up to 6 weeks):


Intensive onsite training
Trainee status


Upon Client Match:


Earn up to KES 90,500/month
HMO coverage
Mental health support (psychologist, psychiatrist, or coach)
Career growth with ongoing coaching & training
Access to a 3,000+ global support network
Sponsored MBA opportunity
Company-issued equipment


Requirements


Reliable WFH setup
Minimum 30 Mbps internet
Device: i5 (8th gen+) / Ryzen 5 3000+ / Mac (2017+); 8GB RAM (16GB recommended)