Chief of Staff

Carry1st is Africa’s leading games publisher and monetization platform, helping top global companies grow players and revenue in high-potential markets. We operate the region’s fastest-growing web shop for top-ups of digital content and a payment platform that boosts revenue up to 10x in markets with low credit card penetration but high demand for digital goods. 

Our partners include Activision, EA, Riot Games, and Netease. Backed by investors like a16z, Bitkraft, Google, Konvoy, Riot Games, Sony, and Nas, we’re solving hard problems at the intersection of gaming, fintech, and digital commerce.

We are looking for a Chief of Staff to serve as the right-hand to the Founder/CEO of Carry1st, Cordel Robbin-Coker. You will work with the company’s leadership team, investors, and key partners – as well as flex across different functions on strategic projects. This is a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in every facet of our dynamic business, driving pivotal projects that fuel our growth and innovation. 

In this role, you will… 

• Gain a holistic understanding of the business in a fast-paced generalist role which serving as the ‘right hand’ to one of the founders 
• Strategy: Spearhead strategic initiatives across geographic expansion, strategic finance, and partnerships effecting business growth and innovation. 
• Fundraising: Prepare for, and drive the execution of, the next successful fundraise with blue-chip VC firms and strategic investors 
• Board & Investor Relations: Support Investor Relations, including reporting and preparation for Board Meetings 
• Recruiting: Lead selected executive recruiting initiatives of top global talent across product, engineering, marketing, and operations