Executive Assistant – Healthcare Management

About the role

The Executive Assistant – Healthcare Management provides high‑level administrative support to the Chief Healthcare Officer within the Government Employees Medical Scheme. Based at the Head Office in Pretoria, the role ensures smooth operation of the Healthcare Management division and contributes to the delivery of strategic initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the Chief Healthcare Officer’s calendar, schedule meetings, and act as gatekeeper for appointments.
• Arrange attendance at domestic and international events, conferences and seminars.
• Screen incoming calls, handle queries, and liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain and update the division’s Annual Plan and ensure timely circulation of documents.
• Access the board portal regularly to monitor action items and agenda inputs.
• Prepare and distribute meeting materials, including agendas, minutes, presentations and action lists.
• Track key business deliverables and produce basic project‑management reports.

Required profile

• Minimum two‑year qualification in Administration, Secretarial Studies or related field; a diploma/degree in Healthcare Sciences is an advantage.
• At least two years’ experience as an Executive or Personal Assistant, preferably within a medical scheme or healthcare environment.
• Strong organisational, time‑management and confidentiality skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat.
• Familiarity with office administrative systems such as HR or procurement platforms.

What we offer

• Annual total cost‑to‑company package of R 503 635, aligned with the Scheme’s remuneration policy.
• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership in a prominent public medical scheme.