Chief of Staff

CHIEF OF STAFF - 2/5 Years of Experience

Location: Cairo, Egypt (On-site)

Position: Full-time

About 1morething Ventures:

1MoreThing is a dynamic venture studio based in Sharjah, UAE. We co-build and support impactful B2B startups powered by AI, focusing on founders and opportunities within the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region.

Our core areas include Health & Agriculture, Education & Work, and SMB Empowerment through Fintech, Commerce, and Supply Chain solutions. We work closely with brilliant founders from the ideation stage, providing resources, mentorship, and investment to help them scale.

About the Role:

We are hiring a Chief of Staff in Cairo to support the Partners and the broader studio team in operational excellence and strategic execution.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with a background in startups environment with finance, marketing/growth/sales, or project management who is ready to step into a more strategic and impactful role at the heart of the venture ecosystem.

This role blends administrative precision with strategic thinking. You'll serve as a right hand to leadership—helping to streamline operations, oversee financial and performance reporting, manage internal processes, and ensure that the studio and its portfolio companies are aligned and performing at their best.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a trusted partner to the Leadership team, managing calendars, communications, and internal priorities.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities across the studio and its startups, ensuring alignment on timelines, goals, and outcomes.
• Prepare and review financial and operational reports (e.g., P&Ls, KPIs, dashboards).
• Prepare and edit correspondence, presentations, and other documents.
• Oversee administrative workflows, including expense tracking, invoicing, and bookkeeping tasks, in collaboration with external accountants.
• Support fundraising and investor relations activities with scheduling, data room management, and report drafting.
• Lead preparation for key meetings, including agendas, presentation materials, and follow-ups.
• Ensure studio-wide processes (HR, legal, compliance) run smoothly and efficiently.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and integrity.

Qualifications and Skills:

• 2+ years experience in operations, project management, executive support, or finance—preferably in startups, VC, consulting, or fast-paced business environments.
• Interest in working with and training AI agents
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with a knack for detail and execution.
• Experience with financial reporting and/or accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks) is highly valued.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office and Google Workspace; familiarity with Notion or similar tools is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, reliable, and comfortable working autonomously.
• High emotional intelligence and a strong sense of discretion.
• Interest in the startup and venture capital ecosystem, especially in MEA.

What We Offer:

• A front-row seat to the inner workings of a high-growth venture studio.
• Opportunity to work alongside leading founders and investors shaping the future of AI-powered businesses in MEA.
• Dynamic, collaborative culture and hands-on learning environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

Are you Ready? Quick Checklist

Before applying, ask yourself:

✅ Do I thrive in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments with shifting priorities?

✅ Can I manage multiple tasks and stakeholders with efficiency and empathy?

✅ Am I comfortable working with financial data, reports, and spreadsheets?

✅ Do I enjoy being the go-to person who anticipates problems before they arise?

✅ Am I discreet and dependable when handling confidential matters?

✅ Am I curious about startups, AI, and the VC landscape in the MENA region?

If you said yes to most of these, you might be the perfect fit for 1MoreThing Ventures.

How to Apply:

Submit your CV and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the Chief of Staff role and how your experience aligns with the responsibilities outlined.

1morething Ventures is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.