We are looking to hire a Technical Assistant will provide high-level technical, analytical, and operational support to the Director. The role is designed to enhance executive effectiveness by supporting decision-making through data analysis, coordination of executive deliverables, preparation of reports and board materials, and management of key technical and operational workflows across the Group.
The ideal candidate will be highly analytical, discreet, technologically sound, and capable of operating in a fast-paced executive environment within a regulated financial services ecosystem.
- Provide direct technical and operational support to Executive Directors across assigned portfolios
- Assist in tracking strategic initiatives, executive action items, and cross-functional deliverables
- Support the execution of Group-level projects and initiatives under executive direction
- Conduct background research and analysis to inform executive decision-making
- Develop and maintain executive dashboards, reports, and management information systems
- Analyze financial, operational, and performance data and prepare executive summaries
- Support preparation of board papers, investment briefs, and strategic presentations
- Assist with documentation review, version control, and data validationPrepare high-quality reports, slide decks, briefs, and internal memoranda
- Coordinate collation of materials for Executive Committee and Board meetings
- Maintain organized records of executive documentation and confidential files
- Ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of executive communicationsLiaise with subsidiary companies, internal departments, and external partners on executive requests
- Follow up on deliverables and ensure alignment with agreed timelines
- Act as a coordination point between Executive Directors and operational teams
- Support adherence to Group governance frameworks and regulatory requirements
- Assist with compliance documentation and internal control reporting as required
- Handle sensitive information with the highest degree of confidentiality and discretion
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
- 6- 8 years’ experience in a technical assistant, executive support, analyst, or strategy support role
- Experience working in a financial services, investment, fintech, or holding company environment is an advantage
- Prior exposure to executive offices or C-suite stakeholders is highly desirableStrong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word (advanced level preferred)
- Ability to analyze and interpret data and present insights clearly
- Experience with dashboards, reporting tools, or MIS systems is an advantage
- Strong documentation, reporting, and presentation skills
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field
- 6-8 years' experience in a technical assistant, executive support, analyst, or strategy support role
- Experience working in financial services, investment, fintech, or holding company environment
- Prior exposure to executive offices or C-suite stakeholders
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word (advanced level preferred)
- Ability to analyze and interpret data and present insights clearly
- Experience with dashboards, reporting tools, or MIS systems
- Strong documentation, reporting, and presentation skills
- Ability to handle sensitive information with high confidentiality and discretion
What We Do
VFD Group Plc is an industry-agnostic proprietary investment company focused on building Africa's most diverse business ecosystem by investing in and creating businesses that shape the future. It provides financial services including advisory, asset management, currency, real estate, debt, and private funds management.
