Vacancy title:
Personal Assistant to the Chairman

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Hospitality, and Tourism, Category: Admin & Office, Business Operations, Management, Restaurant & Hospitality]

Jobs at:
Pearl of Africa Hotel

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, February 4 2026

Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, January 5 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Role Overview

The Personal Assistant to the Chairman provides high level executive, administrative, and strategic support to the Chairman, ensuring seamless coordination of schedules, communications, and confidential matters. The role demands exceptional discretion, professionalism, and the ability to operate at board and government engagement level.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive executive and confidential administrative support to the Chairman
• Manage complex calendars, appointments, board meetings, travel itineraries, and logistics
• Prepare executive reports, board papers, presentations, and briefing notes
• Act as a key liaison between the Chairman, senior management, shareholders, government offices, and strategic partners
• Track strategic directives and follow up on execution across departments
• Handle sensitive information with the highest level of confidentiality and integrity

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Law, International Relations, or a related field
• Minimum 6 years' experience as a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant at senior leadership or board level
• Prior experience in hospitality, corporate, government, or multinational environments is highly desirable

Core Competencies

• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication
• High emotional intelligence and discretion
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities

Important Notes

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• Pearl of Africa Hotel is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any recruitment fees
• All information provided will be treated with strict confidentiality

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 72

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure
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Interested and suitably qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications electronically.

Applicants Must Submit the Following:

• A detailed and updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) outlining relevant professional experience and achievements
• A formal application letter clearly stating the position applied for and summarizing suitability for the role
• Certified copies of academic and professional qualifications
• At least two (2) professional referees, including current or most recent employer, with valid contact details
• A copy of a valid National ID or Passport (for identification purposes)

All applications should be sent

Subject Line Format:

Position Applied For – Full Name

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All applications must be submitted no later than Tuesday, 4th February 2026. Applications received after this date will not be considered.

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