Professional Assistant to CEO - Irene

SUMMARY:
Our client in the Food Manufacturing / FMCG industry is currently looking to employ a Professional Assistant based in Irene, Gauteng.

POSITION INFO:
Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or related field.
• Proven experience working as an executive assistant or professional assistant in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other office productivity tools.
• Knowledge of the food manufacturing industry in South Africa is preferred but not required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment.
• Fully bilingual

• 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.