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Personal Assistant to CEO (4 month contract) - DURBAN
Personal Assistant to CEO (4 month contract) - DURBANPathfinders Consulting Pty (LTD) • Durban, NL, za
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Personal Assistant to CEO (4 month contract) - DURBAN

Personal Assistant to CEO (4 month contract) - DURBAN

Pathfinders Consulting Pty (LTD) • Durban, NL, za
3 days ago
Job description

Our client, is seeking a highly organised, professional, and proactive Personal Assistant to support the Chief Executive Officer.

This role sits at the centre of the organisation and requires someone who can operate at an executive level, manage competing priorities, and ensure the smooth running of the CEO’s office.

If you’re someone who thrives in a structured, high-responsibility environment and can confidently engage with senior stakeholders, this role will suit you.

Manage the CEO’s diary, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments.
• Prepare agendas, minutes, presentations, and briefing materials for meetings.
• Coordinate and arrange travel, accommodation, and logistical requirements.
• Coordinate communication between the CEO, executives, staff, internal stakeholders, and external stakeholders
• Conduct research, and compile briefing notes, presentations, and reports to support decision making
• Act as the first point of contact between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders.
• Manage correspondence, including drafting letters, emails, and reports.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Support the CEO in the planning and coordination of organisational projects, stakeholder engagements, and events.
• Ensure effective office administration and workflow management for the CEO’s office.

Key competencies
• Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills and stakeholder management
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proactive, adaptable, and resourceful approach.
• Excellent time management and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent document management and writing skills.


Requirements

  • National Diploma or Degree in Office Administration, Business Administration, or related field
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant at senior management level
  • Strong experience supporting executives in a corporate or professional environment
  • Advanced MS Office skills (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organisational and time management ability
  • Ability to multitask and work under pressure
  • High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability


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