Personal Assistant to the CIO

Specd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Part time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Johannesburg is seeking a tech-savvy Personal Assistant to support the CIO and assist the Sales team. The role involves managing schedules, coordinating marketing efforts, and ensuring smooth interdepartmental communication. Ideal candidates will possess advanced skills in Microsoft 365, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, along with exceptional communication abilities. This multifaceted position offers dynamic work in a fast-paced environment and requires strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Expert proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite.
• A background in IT/Technology is strongly preferred.
• Exceptional communication skills at all management levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage the CIO's daily schedule and travel arrangements.
• Assist the Sales team with administrative tasks and communications.
• Utilise advanced Excel skills to track KPIs and produce reports.
• Create high-impact PowerPoint presentations for meetings.
• Act as a primary point of contact for effective information flow.

Skills

Expert proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite

Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables)

Presentation design skills

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Ability to pivot between secretarial and strategic tasks

Valid Driver’s Licence

Job description

SUMMARY

We're looking for a super-organised, tech-savvy Personal Assistant who loves being right at the heart of the action. In this exciting, multifaceted role, you’ll be the trusted right-hand to our Chief Information Officer (CIO) while also making a real impact within our Sales team. No two days will be the same. You’ll blend executive-level support with marketing coordination and sales administration, acting as the go-to connector between the CIO’s office and teams across the business. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy variety, and take pride in keeping everything running smoothly while juggling multiple priorities with confidence and flair, this role is made for you.

POSITION INFO

Job Title: Personal Assistant to the CIO & Sales Support
Employment Type: 1 Month Contract, subject to further extension based on performance
Work Model: Onsite, Weltevredenpark, Johannesburg

JOB CONTEXT

We’re on the hunt for a super-organised, tech-savvy Personal Assistant who thrives at the heart of the action. In this dynamic role, you’ll be the right-hand powerhouse to our Chief Information Officer (CIO) and a key player within our Sales team. This is no ordinary PA position — it’s a varied, fast-paced role that blends executive support, marketing coordination, and sales administration. You’ll be the ultimate connector, keeping communication flowing smoothly between the CIO’s office and teams across the business, while making sure everything runs like clockwork.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Executive Support: Manage the CIO’s daily schedule, travel arrangements, and office operations to ensure maximum efficiency
• Sales & Marketing Coordination: Assist the Sales team with administrative tasks, tenders, quotes and client-facing communications
• Data & Reporting: Utilise advanced Excel skills to manage data, track KPIs, and produce detailed reports for leadership
• Presentation Design: Create high-impact PowerPoint presentations for meetings to support the CIO
• Interdepartmental Liaison: Act as a primary point of contact, ensuring prompt and effective information flow across the organization

SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Technical Mastery: Expert proficiency in the full Microsoft 365 Suite, with advanced capabilities in Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables) and PowerPoint (design and formatting)
• Industry Experience: A background or previous experience working within an IT/Technology environment is strongly preferred
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for professional correspondence across all levels of management
• Adaptability: Ability to pivot between secretarial duties and strategic sales/marketing tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Valid Driver’s Licence

PACKAGE & REMUNERATION

Will be agreed based on qualifications, applicable experience and previous earnings.