Duplo is a Lagos-based fintech startup that enables businesses in Africa to automate their spend management, simplify cross-border payments, and control business finances all on one platform.
We want to make B2B payments as simple as P2P payment apps. Most business payments in Africa are made offline….yikes. We are on a mission to transform this. We are backed by top investors, including Tribe Capital, Commerce Ventures, Liquid2 Ventures, My Asia VC, Soma Capital, YCombinator, Oui Capital, and others.
We are looking for a Virtual Assistant for the CEO at Duplo. This person will be responsible for providing comprehensive support to the CEO and executive team. This is a unique opportunity. You'll have the responsibility and resources to take a significant part in the creation of a paradigm-changing product that will impact millions.
Responsibilities
- Provide high-level calendar management for the CEO, including prioritising requests, resolving scheduling conflicts, and exercising sound judgment to ensure seamless day-to-day engagements.
- Serve as a key liaison between the CEO and internal team members, as well as external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and effective coordination.
- Plan, coordinate, and manage logistics for meetings, events, and engagements, including scheduling, drafting agendas, and preparing, compiling, and distributing presentation materials.
- Perform a wide range of administrative and operational tasks that support the CEO’s effectiveness, including assistance with special projects and conducting complex industry and market research.
- Gather, analyse, and present data to support decision-making for Duplo’s Management Team.
- Act as the primary point of contact for all matters relating to the CEO, including those of a highly confidential or critical nature, determining appropriate responses, referrals, and actions in alignment with the CEO’s style and company policies.
- Work closely with the CEO to ensure they are well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, proactively following up on action items and deadlines.
- Serve as a “barometer” for organisational priorities and issues, maintaining awareness of internal and external developments and keeping the CEO appropriately informed.
- Anticipate the CEO’s needs in advance of meetings, conferences, and key engagements to ensure thorough preparation and optimal outcomes.
- Coordinate team meetings, leadership sessions, and retreats, and provide support for staff meetings and events as required.
- Other projects/duties as assigned for the overall benefit of the organization.
Qualifications
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent analytical skills.
- Excellent time and project management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Experience as a Technical Assistant will be an added advantage.
- Excellent analytical skills.
- Knowledge of office administration, clerical procedures, and recordkeeping systems.
- Extremely proficient with Google Docs, sheets and slides or similar software, with the ability to learn new or updated software.
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What We Do
Duplo helps businesses seamlessly navigate the complexities of local and international payments, expense management, and foreign exchange. Rooted in Africa but built for global commerce, Duplo empowers businesses to streamline financial operations and thrive in today's fast-paced, interconnected economy, grow their global footprint, and capitalize on the growth of emerging markets.
Our platform offers a comprehensive, end-to-end solution for businesses to better manage their financial operations and local and international payments. Our expense management tools enable finance teams to easily handle approvals, manage reimbursements, submit receipts, calculate taxes, and generate accurate reports—enabling businesses to automate their workflows and reduce errors.
We also offer multi-currency wallets, allowing businesses to negotiate, exchange, and send multiple currencies in one place, making international transactions and cross-border trade between Africa, Asia, and other regions more efficient.
Our AI-powered platform brings a new level of fraud detection to spend management, flagging unusual expenses and ensuring consistency. Additionally, our direct debit functionality allows businesses to manage payments directly from their bank accounts or their existing ERP solutions, creating a seamless payment experience.
What sets Duplo apart is our comprehensive end-to-end finance operations and payments platform, creating a two-sided network that connects buyers and suppliers. Backed by licenses such as PSSP, FINTRAC, FINCEN 2025, and IMTO, Duplo ensures secure and compliant transactions across countries.
As an early mover with experienced leadership, Duplo is positioned to deliver the tools businesses need to thrive in today’s interconnected world. With Duplo, businesses can take control of their financial operations and payments, eliminate errors and inefficiencies, and unlock new opportunities for growth.
