Job Description

Job Specification
Position: Executive Assistant (Analyst) to CEO and Executive Team
Industry: Mining and Resources
Location: Rosebank, Johannesburg
Reporting Line: Chief Executive Officer
Travel Requirement: Regular travel to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
Role Purpose
The Executive Assistant (Analyst) provides high-level strategic, analytical, and operational support to the Chief Executive Officer and Executive Team within a multinational mining environment. This role extends beyond traditional executive assistance and requires strong analytical capability, commercial insight, and the ability to interpret business and financial data to support executive decision-making and business improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Executive Support
Provide direct, high-level support to the CEO, acting as a trusted partner in managing priorities, information flow, and executive deliverables
Work closely with the Executive Team to support strategic initiatives and executive-level projects
Prepare executive briefings, reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders
Analytical and Business Support
Analyse business, operational, and financial data to support executive decision-making
Support business improvement initiatives through data-driven insights and structured analysis
Assist with project coordination, including tracking progress, risks, and outcomes
Interpret and present complex information in a clear, concise, and executive-ready format
Presentations and Reporting
Create and structure high-quality executive presentations
Translate analytical findings into clear strategic insights for senior leadership
Ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency across all executive documentation
Projects and Stakeholder Engagement
Support strategic and operational projects across the business
Engage with senior stakeholders across multiple geographies
Coordinate inputs from various departments to ensure alignment and effective execution
Travel and Regional Support
Travel to the Democratic Republic of Congo as required
Support executives operating in a multinational, cross-cultural mining environment
Key Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
South African citizen
Proven experience in an Executive Assistant, Analyst, or similar executive support role
Strong background in business analysis, data analytics, or business improvement
Experience working in a project-based environment
Mining industry experience is essential
Technical and Professional Skills
Strong analytical capability with the ability to interpret data and financial information
Solid understanding of financials and business performance metrics
Advanced presentation skills using PowerPoint or similar tools
Ability to analyse, synthesise, and clearly communicate complex information
Personal Attributes
High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality
Strong business acumen and executive presence
Highly detail-oriented with excellent organisational skills
Confident engaging with senior executives and leadership teams
Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Willing and flexible to travel to the DRC
Working Environment
Based in Rosebank, Johannesburg
Regular interaction with senior leadership
Exposure to strategic decision-making within a global mining organisation

Skills Required