Personal Assistant to Two Directors

Directors at this engineering group in Gqeberha count on one person to keep their week on track. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

Location: Gqeberha, Eastern Cape. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first.

• Keep a tidy filing system, both digital and on paper.
• Prepare expense claims and reconcile the company credit card.
• Screen calls and emails and deal with what does not need the boss.
• Arrange events, client lunches and year-end functions.
• Type court papers and manage trial dates for litigation roles.
• Keep sensitive files locked and access limited to those who need it.
• Take minutes at board and exco meetings and track action items.

• Matric plus a secretarial, office admin or PA diploma
• Advanced Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Excellent written English and polished emails
• At least 4 years supporting a senior manager or director
• Calm when plans change at the last minute
• Available for the odd early start or late finish

• Minute-taking or company secretarial training
• A driver's licence for errands

• 13th cheque and performance bonus
• Medical aid and provident fund
• Hybrid days once settled in
• Parking in a secure basement

• Expect practical tests on Word formatting, Excel and minute-taking, so brush up on styles and tables first.
• Mention a problem you solved before your boss knew about it; that story wins PA interviews.