Personal Assistant to the CFO

About the role

The Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) is advertising a position reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at its Johannesburg head office. The role provides secretarial and administrative support to the CFO and the Finance Manager, and is open to South African citizens; shortlisted candidates will undergo background checks and a psychometric assessment.

Key responsibilities

• Answer and screen calls and act as liaison officer for the CFO's office
• Make travel and other reservation arrangements for the department
• Prepare reports and correspondence as requested by the CFO and Finance Manager
• Arrange and manage appointments for the CFO
• Organise meeting venues, agendas and take minutes for Finance and Admin meetings, committees and as instructed by the CFO's office
• File departmental documents properly and maintain archives
• Check the accuracy of financial documents for the CFO's office
• Organise and manage the CFO's office activities as delegated

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in administration or equivalent qualification
• At least three years of relevant experience as a personal assistant
• Intermediate or advanced computer literacy certificate
• South African citizenship (foreign qualifications need a SAQA evaluation)

Required skills

• Typing speed of 35 words per minute
• Understanding of financial terminology
• Ability to handle confidential matters with honesty and integrity
• Organisational skills, problem-solving and analysis, excellent communication, multitasking and prioritising

To apply, send a CV and motivational letter, certified copies of ID, driver's licence and qualifications, and contact details of three referees by email to the CGE before 9 November 2026. Correspondence is limited to shortlisted candidates.