Executive & Business Operations Assistant to the CEO

About the role

Interlink Africa is looking for a technology‑savvy, highly organised Executive & Business Operations Assistant to support the CEO and, when needed, other managers. This is not a traditional secretarial role; it offers an early‑career professional the chance to gain hands‑on experience in international business, importing, distribution, logistics and supplier management.

Key responsibilities

• Draft professional emails and, after training, independently handle routine correspondence.
• Communicate with multinational suppliers, customers, freight forwarders and service providers; follow up on shipments.
• Prepare purchase orders, proforma and commercial invoices, order forms and related reports.
• Verify prices, quantities, calculations and documentation for accuracy.
• Conduct market, competitor, product and pricing research using AI tools.
• Track international shipments, provide status updates and coordinate with customs, banks and warehouses.
• Make regular official visits outside the office and maintain trackers for shipments, permits and tasks.
• Organise confidential electronic records and business documents across Ethiopia and international operations.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in any field.
• Strong professional written and spoken English.
• Practical experience with ChatGPT or another AI tool.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and email.
• Excellent organisation, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Willingness to work Saturdays, make regular outside‑office visits and occasionally respond outside normal hours.

Required skills

• ChatGPT (or comparable AI tool)
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Email communication

What we offer

• Full‑time, office‑based position in Bole, Addis Ababa.
• Gross salary of ETB 25,000–35,000 per month, based on ability and assessment.
• Laptop provided and reimbursement for approved transportation expenses.
• Training in importing, logistics, customs and distribution.