Executive Assistant to the Group MD

RecruitMyMom; Knysna; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic organization in Knysna seeks an exceptional Executive Assistant to the Group MD, becoming a key player in strategic decision-making. The role demands over 5 years of experience, with a focus on maintaining effective stakeholder relationships and leading special projects. Responsibilities include managing the CEO's calendar, assisting with legal documentation, and supporting international business initiatives. Ideal candidates are tech-savvy and have strong communication skills. Join to contribute to meaningful change.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience as an Executive Assistant.
• Ability to navigate complex international relationships with diplomacy.
• Exceptional project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the CEO's calendar and prepare reports.
• Act as a trusted contact for senior executives.
• Lead special projects and business initiatives.
• Assist with legal documentation and compliance.
• Support the Group CEO with business priorities.

Skills

Project Management

Discretion & Adaptability

Strategic Thinking

Legal & Commercial Knowledge

Tech-savvy

Written and Verbal Communication

Tools

Google Docs

MS Excel

Zoho

Job description

Knysna, South Africa | Posted on 13/10/2025

• Salary R20 000 - R30 000 depending on experience
• Remuneration Term Per Month
• Date Opened 13/10/2025
• State/Province Western Cape
• City/Town Knysna
• Country South Africa

Job Description

Are you an exceptional Executive Assistant ready to move beyond traditional support and become a key player in strategic decision-making? A dynamic organisation with a bold mission to drive lasting change is seeking a high-level Executive Assistant to the Group MD to join its full-day, in-office team in Knysna. This is your opportunity to work at the intersection of business intelligence and purpose-driven action.

This isn\'t your typical administrative position; it\'s a vital role at the heart of an organisation committed to creating a sustainable, empowered, and community-driven future. The ideal candidate will be the CEO\'s right hand, providing crucial support while advancing key business priorities across the Water, Property, and Education sectors, both locally and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Executive Coordination: Manage the CEO\'s calendar, prepare reports, and track critical milestones to ensure nothing falls through the cracks.
• Stakeholder Relations: Act as a trusted point of contact for senior executives, board members, partners, and global collaborators, handling all communications with diplomacy and discretion.
• Project Management: Take the lead on special projects and business development initiatives, driving them with agility and accountability.
• Legal & Compliance: Assist the legal team with managing commercial agreements, property documentation, and compliance protocols.
• Strategic Support: Support the Group CEO to advance business priorities and international initiatives across multiple sectors.

Requirements

• 5 years'+ experience as an Executive Assistant
• Discretion & Adaptability: ability to navigate complex international relationships with diplomacy and emotional intelligence
• Strategic Thinker: partner in advancing international initiatives, offering insight and structure to complex challenges
• Legal or Commercial Background: ability to manage legal documentation, commercial agreements, and compliance protocols
• Exceptional Project Management Skills: drive special projects and business development initiatives with agility and accountability
• Tech-savvy with hands-on approach; Google Docs, MS Excel (essential), Zoho an advantage
• Outstanding written and verbal skills
• Reside in Knysna or surrounding areas
• Own reliable transport

Join a team that combines business intelligence with purpose-driven action and is grounded in ethical leadership and a belief in building a better world.