Job Title: Chief of Staff to Managing Director
Date Posted: 10/07/2026
Job Type: Full Time
Employer: Victory Farms
Industry: Administration
Salary: Open
Location: Nairobi
Country: Kenya
Deadline: 24/07/2026
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Victory Farms is hiring a Chief of Staff to the Managing Director skilled in executive office operations, project management, corporate administration, and strategic coordination.
Job Overview
In
this role, you will serve as a key strategic partner to the Managing Director
responsible for maximizing executive effectiveness and driving organizational
alignment. This role acts as a trusted advisor, project manager and
communication bridge between the Managing Director, executive leadership,
staff, and key external stakeholders. The Chief of Staff streamlines strategic
initiatives, oversees cross functional projects and ensures that business
objectives are met efficiently and collaboratively.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Strategic
Leadership & Execution
- Partner with the Managing Director and executive team to develop,
prioritize, and execute strategic business initiatives Lead
cross-functional projects, ensuring alignment with company goals and
timely delivery.
- Evaluate risks and opportunities in key business decisions,
providing data-driven recommendations
Operational Coordination
& Follow-Up
- Act as the primary liaison between the Managing Director and
department heads, ensuring clear communication and accountability
- Monitor and report on the progress of high-priority projects,
addressing bottlenecks proactively
- Oversee company-wide KPIs, tracking performance and recommending
improvements
Project
& Programme Management
- Lead cross-functional projects and manage special initiatives that
require executive oversight
- Coordinate and track progress of strategic projects, ensuring timely
delivery and alignment with organizational goals
Meeting
& Decision Support
- Plan, coordinate, and facilitate executive meetings to ensure focus
and actionable outcomes
- Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and operational analyses
for the Managing Director and senior leadership
- Represent the Managing Director in strategic discussions, answering
inquiries and making decisions on their behalf when required
Performance &
Efficiency Enhancement
- Advise department heads on operational improvements to enhance team
productivity.
- Provide hands-on support in turning ideas into actionable plans,
monitoring execution, and measuring impact.
- Drive continuous improvement by refining processes and ensuring best
practices across functions.
Skills and qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Admin, Engineering, Economics,
Finance or other relevant field
- 5+ years of experience in a leadership role with exposure to
multiple business functions (management consulting, operations, strategy,
finance, HR, etc.)
- Proven track record in project management, strategic planning, and
cross-functional collaboration
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data
into actionable insights
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability
to influence stakeholders at all levels
- Adaptability, and problem-solving agility
Benefit:
- Visibility into the world’s fastest growing aquaculture company.
- Ideal for a candidate looking to dive into a mission-oriented
Organization.
- The team is committed to the candidate’s success and will provide
coaching, mentorship, and unique exposure to people and experiences that
come from the most successful leaders in the entrepreneurial community and
the social sector.
How to Apply
