Job Description

Our client, a highly respected organisation in the

environmental and social impact sector

, is seeking a dynamic

Executive Assistant

to provide professional administrative and secretarial support to the

Strategic Communications team

and its Executive Manager.



This half-day role is ideal for a proactive, highly organised individual who thrives in a values-driven environment and enjoys contributing to work that makes a meaningful difference.

The Opportunity

You will be at the heart of the communications function -- ensuring the smooth running of meetings, managing diaries, coordinating travel, and supporting events and projects that connect people to purpose. The role demands exceptional organisational ability, confidentiality, and strong interpersonal skills to liaise across teams and with external partners.

Key Responsibilities

Provide confidential and professional

administrative and secretarial support

to the Executive Manager and team.

Coordinate meetings, workshops, and events

-- managing logistics, invitations, minutes, and catering. Handle

travel arrangements

, including domestic and international bookings, itineraries, and scheduling. Assist with

financial administration

: processing invoices, tracking budgets, and liaising with service providers. Support the

production and distribution of marketing and branding materials

. Maintain accurate

filing systems, databases, and office records

. Ensure seamless

office coordination

, including correspondence, document preparation, and day-to-day management.

Requirements

Requirements

Minimum of

5 years' administrative experience

, including

financial administration

. Relevant

administrative or business qualification

.

Advanced MS Office skills

, particularly Excel. Strong

written and verbal communication skills

in English. Excellent

planning, coordination, and problem-solving skills

. Ability to

multi-task, prioritise, and work independently

with minimal supervision. Experience in

project or customer relationship management

will be an advantage. A positive, professional demeanour with a commitment to values such as

integrity, respect, collaboration, and inclusion

.

Benefits

Work Arrangement:

Half-day, on-site in Newlands, Cape Town

Type:

Permanent

If you take pride in providing exceptional support, enjoy keeping operations running smoothly, and want to be part of a purpose-driven organisation making a real impact -- we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now

to join a team where dedication, collaboration, and excellence come together to achieve meaningful results.




Relevant administrative or business qualification.