Professional Assistant

About the role

The Professional Assistant provides senior executive support to the KZN Regional General Manager, ensuring leadership effectiveness through proactive calendar management, stakeholder coordination, and high‑quality document preparation.

Key responsibilities

• Manage complex diaries, email inboxes and prioritize conflicting demands for the RGM.
• Arrange travel, meetings, events and executive logistics with a solutions‑focused approach.
• Prepare high‑quality documents, reports, presentations, meeting packs and action trackers.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and timely execution of priorities.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and exercise sound business judgment.
• Support projects, governance routines, budget administration and overall office coordination.
• Oversee venue preparation and office management for meetings and events.

Required profile

• Proven experience in senior executive support or similar role.
• Strong judgment, ability to anticipate business needs and operate independently.
• High accountability, ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive matters.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Advanced diary and email management capabilities.
• Experience preparing professional documents and presentations.