As part of the voluntary communications programme managed pro bono by APO Group to support the Roman Catholic Church in Africa, we are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support the leadership team within the volunteer programme.
Location: Remote (Europe or Africa)
Type: Volunteer (Unpaid)
Commitment: 10 – 15 hours per week, for at least 6 months
About the Role
This volunteer position is ideal for a professional with a minimum of 4 years of administrative experience and a proven record of managing calendar schedules, correspondence, and coordination tasks at a high standard of professionalism and discretion.
Working closely with the Chairman’s Office and Senior Leadership, the Executive Assistant will play a key role in ensuring efficient operations and communication across teams and departments.
The Volunteer Programme works within the European and African time zones. Due to this commitment, we are only accepting applicants from within the European or African time zones.
As the Executive Assistant, you will:
- Provide high-level administrative and operational support to the leadership team.
- Manage calendars, coordinate meetings, and assist with project follow-ups.
- Set up and join weekly team meetings, taking detailed minutes and tracking action items.
- Draft and review correspondence, reports, and presentations.
- Maintain organized digital filing systems and ensure document confidentiality.
- Serve as a key communication link between leadership, staff, and external partners.
- Support the preparation and documentation of meetings, including action items and next steps.
More information about the Roman Catholic Church in Africa’s Communications Volunteer Programme:
https://apo-opa.co/4oneqZr
Requirements
- Minimum 4 years of experience in an executive assistant, administrative, or coordination role.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (French or Portuguese is a plus).
- Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion when handling sensitive information.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams).
- Availability for at least 10 to 15 hours per week, for a minimum of 6 months (fully remote).
What We Offer
- The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the mission of the Roman Catholic Church in Africa.
- High-level executive experience in an international, faith-driven environment.
- The chance to expand your professional network across Africa and globally.
- A multicultural and collaborative setting that values service, purpose, and professional excellence.
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the Church’s noble mission, while also enhancing your professional experience, strengthening your CV, and broadening your international network.
I M P O R T A N T: Only applicants who complete the form below will be considered.
APPLY here: https://apo-opa.co/4oOrO9X
The Catholic Church operates 82,235 Catholic Schools in Africa, educating 30,629,476 pupils. Its extensive network of care includes 13,880 facilities such as hospitals, clinics, dispensaries, leprosy centres, homes for the elderly and chronically ill, centres for disabled people, orphanages, kindergartens, and marriage counselling centres.
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