TRAFFIC KwaZulu-Natal

Executive Personal Assistant

University of Fort Hare

Job Description

Job Title: Executive Personal Assistant.Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.

Our client, a reputable organisation based in Durban, is seeking a highly experienced and professional Executive Personal Assistant to provide dedicated support to senior leadership. This role requires a proactive individual with exceptional organisational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to operate in a high pressure executive environment.

Minimum Requirements
  • Proven experience as an Executive Personal Assistant supporting senior executives.
  • Must reside in Durban and be familiar with the surrounding areas.
  • Valid driver's license and own reliable transport.
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Business Administration, Management, or a related field (advantageous).
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Strong diary and calendar management experience at an executive level.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • High level of discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
  • Strong organisational, planning, and time management skills.
  • Experience in preparing reports, presentations, and executive correspondence.
  • Ability to liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
General Responsibilities
  • Provide comprehensive administrative and executive support to senior management.
  • Manage complex calendars, appointments, and meeting schedules.
  • Coordinate local and international travel arrangements, including itineraries and accommodation.
  • Prepare meeting agendas, compile documentation packs, and take accurate minutes.
  • Draft, edit, and manage professional correspondence and reports.
  • Act as a primary point of contact between executives and stakeholders.
  • Track deliverables, deadlines, and follow ups to ensure efficient execution of tasks.
  • Handle confidential information with a high degree of integrity and discretion.
  • Assist with project coordination and administrative support for strategic initiatives.
  • Screen calls, emails, and requests, prioritising matters as appropriate.
  • Maintain organised filing systems (electronic and manual) for easy retrieval of information.
  • Support event coordination, including executive meetings, workshops, and functions.

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About This Role

Career insights for Personal Care Aides positions

Salary Benchmark
$33,530/year
Source: O*NET (USD)
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years and will have large numbers of openings.
Key Skills for This Role
Service Orientation Social Perceptiveness Active Listening Critical Thinking Monitoring
Common Technologies
MEDITECH software Appletree Email software Voltage SecureMail Computer reading software

Job Overview

Date Posted
23 Apr 2026
Location
KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

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Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years and will have large numbers of openings.

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