Vacancies

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR – INDEFINITE APPOINTMENT

Basic Salary Range: R 374 822.25 per annum, plus benefits

Requirements: Relevant National Diploma/Certificate or equivalent SAQA level qualification in an administrative profession. Ideal: Secretarial/Administrative Diploma: Public Administration Diploma and relevant experience as an Executive Secretary/Personal Assistant • Valid code EB Driver’s License • At least 4 years’ experience within a secretarial role of which 2 should have been in a position supporting a Senior Manager/Executive Director in a customer focussed environment • Respect confidentiality • High proficiency with the commonly used computer software and applications i.e using various computer packages – Microsoft Office (Word, Power Point, Excel) • Knowledge of MS Project and Access will be an advantage • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and experience in report writing and minute taking • Basic office management including management of petty cash, mail distribution etc. • Preparing reports and presentations • Accuracy and attention to detail, able to be diplomatic and discrete at all times • Highly organized with good project management skills • Administrative experience in Fundraising and Budgeting will be an advantage • Service Delivery Innovation • Senior Management Report-writing • Problem Solving & Analysis • Maintaining good relationships with internal and external Clients • Multilingualism in South African languages • This position entails spending more time using the mind and hands. The incumbent would also need to listen and talk often • The role may also require spending longer hours at the Office.

Key Responsibilities include: General Office Administration and Management • Communication and Information flow • Financial Administration and Coordination • Event Management • People and Performance Management • Health and Safety

Competencies Required: Aligning Performance for Success • Strategic Thinking Skills • Decision Making • Innovation • Business Acumen • Ownership • Teamwork • Planning & Organising • Building Partnerships • Facilitating Change • Gaining Commitment • Communication • Risk Tolerance • Visitor/stakeholder • Focus Delegation • Stress Tolerance • Adaptability • Integrity • Technical and/or Professional Knowledge and Skills.

BASIC SALARY AND BENEFITS
The salaries quoted above do not include benefits. Iziko benefits comprise generous contributions towards a designated retirement fund (compulsory), a designated medical aid (voluntary) and a housing subsidy (voluntary). Other employment conditions such as working hours and leave entitlement are also generous.

APPLICATIONS
A Cover letter that includes a detailed updated CV with at least two contactable referees and certified copies of identity document and certificates must be e-mailed to the Employment Coordinator. Clearly quoting the position in the subject line to recruitment@iziko.org.za.  Applications received after the closing date of 13 May 2025 at 4pm will not be considered.  Enquiries to be directed to HR Manager HR (021) 481 3992. Kindly note, Iziko will correspond only with short-listed candidates and will do so within two months of the closing date

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER/EXECUTIVE PA – INDEFINITE APPOINTMENT

Basic Salary Range: R 374 822.25 per annum, plus benefits

Requirements: Relevant National Diploma/Certificate or equivalent SAQA level qualification in an administrative profession. Ideal: Secretarial/Administrative Diploma: Public Administration Diploma and relevant experience as an Executive Secretary/Personal Assistant • Valid code EB Driver’s License • At least 4 years’ experience within a secretarial role of which 2 should have been in a position supporting a Senior Manager/Executive Director in a customer focussed environment • Respect confidentiality • High proficiency with the commonly used computer software and applications i.e using various computer packages – Microsoft Office (Word, Power Point, Excel) • Knowledge of MS Project and Access will be an advantage • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and experience in report writing and minute taking • Basic office management including management of petty cash, mail distribution etc. • Preparing reports and presentations • Accuracy and attention to detail, able to be diplomatic and discrete at all times • Highly organized with good project management skills • Administrative experience, Budgeting and Expenditure analysis • Service Delivery Innovation • Senior Management Report-writing • Problem Solving & Analysis • Maintaining good relationships with internal and external Clients • Multi-lingualism in South African languages • This position entails spending more time using the mind and hands. The incumbent would also need to listen and talk often • The role may also require spending longer hours at the Office.

Key Responsibilities include: General Office Administration and Management • Communication and Information Flow • Financial Administration and Coordination • Minutes and Report Writing • Event Management • People and Performance Management • Health and Safety • Record Management.

Competencies Required: Aligning Performance for Success • Strategic Thinking Skills • Decision Making • Innovation • Business Acumen • Ownership • Teamwork • Planning & Organising • Building Partnerships • Facilitating Change • Gaining Commitment • Communication • Risk Tolerance • Visitor/stakeholder • Focus Delegation • Stress Tolerance • Adaptability • Integrity • Technical and/or Professional Knowledge and Skills.

SALARY AND BENEFITS
The salary range quoted above excludes employment benefits comprising a 13th cheque, a contribution towards a designated retirement fund (compulsory) and a designated medical aid (voluntary) as well as a housing subsidy. Additional employment conditions such as leave entitlement are generous.

APPLICATIONS
A Cover letter that includes a detailed updated CV with at least two contactable referees and certified copies of identity document and certificates must be e-mailed to the Employment Coordinator. Clearly quoting the position in the subject line to recruitment@iziko.org.za.  Applications received after the closing date of 13 May 2025 at 4pm will not be considered.  Enquiries to be directed to HR Manager (021) 481 3992. Kindly note, Iziko will correspond only with short-listed candidates and will do so within two months of the closing date.