Introduction

Junior Achievement South Africa is a non-profit organisation that empowers young people to grow their entrepreneurial ideas, hone their work skills, manage their earnings and secure better lives for themselves, their families, and their communities.

Through the delivery of hands-on learning in financial literacy, digital literacy, work readiness and entrepreneurship; we inspire and prepare young people to succeed in the global economy.

Vacancy

Suitably qualified and eligible candidates with 3-5 years’ experience are invited to apply for the vacant permanent Executive Assistant position based at our Johannesburg office. 

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Executive Director (ED), the key responsibilities for the Executive Assistant role include but are not limited to:

• Support the ED through diary management, travel and daily workflow management

• Provide logistical and administrative support for all ED related activities, meetings, engagement and projects

• Provide Board administration and secretariat support under the direction and authority of the Board secretary in terms of logistical arrangements, preparation and administration of Board packs,  minutes, communications and minutes

• Oversee office administration and operations including of reception duties, maintaining office supplies and supporting departmental administrative needs where capacity is required.

• Conduct desktop research to support organisational projects and provide administrative support for proposals and tender preparations

• Manage all administrative tasks related to organisational meetings