Personal Assistant to Management

Mirna Butler Recruitment; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a highly organized Personal Assistant to Management in Bloemfontein, Free State. This role involves supporting senior management with scheduling, travel arrangements, and personal administrative tasks. The ideal candidate must demonstrate strong organizational skills, have prior experience in a similar role, and be fluent in Afrikaans and English. This position offers a competitive remuneration package between R 15,000 - R 20,000, plus performance-based bonuses.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience in a Personal Assistant, Administrative, or similar role.
• Valid driver's license and own reliable vehicle.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Providing personal and administrative support to three managers.
• Coordinating local and international travel arrangements.
• Managing diaries, schedules, and appointments.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Multitasking ability

Excellent time-management skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Degree in Education, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Overview

Our client is seeking a highly organised, trustworthy, and proactive Personal Assistant to Management to support senior management. This role requires flexibility, discretion, and the ability to manage both professional and personal responsibilities.

The successful candidate will play a key role in assisting with travel arrangements, accommodation, diary management, and selected family-related administration, including support with children’s travel, schedules, and homework coordination.

This position offers the opportunity to integrate closely with the business, with long-term stability and room for growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing personal and administrative support to three managers
• Managing diaries, schedules, and appointments
• Coordinating local and international travel arrangements and accommodation
• Assisting with children’s travel arrangements, schedules, and related administration
• Supporting with homework coordination and general family administration
• Managing confidential and sensitive information with the highest level of discretion
• Liaising with multiple stakeholders and managing competing priorities
• Assisting with ad-hoc personal and business-related tasks as required

Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12)
• 1–2 years’ experience in a Personal Assistant, Administrative, or similar role
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable vehicle
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English (spoken and written)
• Degree or qualification in Education, Business Administration, or a related field (advantageous)
• Proven ability to support multiple managers/directors
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask effectively
• High level of professionalism with the ability to handle confidential information

Personal Attributes

• Highly organised and detail-oriented
• Excellent time-management skills
• Adaptable, reliable, and calm under pressure
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Remuneration

R 15 000 - R 20 000 + Performance Based Bonus

Working hours

Monday to Friday: 08:00 - 17:00

Saturdays: On Request from Management

Important

• Applications close 31January 2026
• If you do not receive feedback within 14 days, your application is unsuccessful
• Only applications submitted via the Ditto Jobs platform will be considered
• Only candidates who meet all our client’s minimum requirements will be contacted