Professional Assistant (CEO)

Recruiter:

People Dimension

Job Ref:

1563812019

Date posted:

Friday, March 7, 2025

Location:

Pretoria, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Introduction

The Professional Assistant for Chief Executive Officer will be responsible for providing high-level administrative support to the Chief Operating Manager in the food manufacturing industry in South Africa. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, along with a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Duties & Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to the Chief Executive Officer, including managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and handling correspondence.
Prepare and organize materials for meetings, presentations, board meetings and other ad hoc events.
Coordinate travel arrangements, including booking flights, hotels, and transportation.
Conduct research and compile data for reports, presentations, and projects.
Assist in tracking and managing budgets, expenses, and invoices.
Manage fleet, usage and petrol cards.
Maintain and update contact lists, databases, and files.
Coordinate and oversee special projects and events as assigned by the Chief Operating Manager.
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including senior management, clients, and service providers.
Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
Company cellphones administration
Managing the day-to-day activities of office team (driver/storeman and general worker), leave, discipline etc.
Managing the maintenance of the office, building and garden
Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Executive Officer.

Desired Experience & Qualification

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or related field.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

Proven experience working as an executive assistant or professional assistant in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other office productivity tools.
Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment.
Knowledge of the food manufacturing industry in South Africa is preferred but not required.
Ability to work independently.
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
Ability to be resourceful and proactively resolve issues as they arise.
Ability to work under pressure.
Strong sense of Customer Focus will be required

Interested?

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