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R104000 - R130878 Y Assist World

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We at Assist World are seeking a high-level executive on behalf of a client to support across a national real estate portfolio and multiple nonprofit/board commitments. Own calendar, email organization, scheduling and travel. A strong emphasis on building systems that reduce executive time on repetitive tasks (e.g., inbox triage and filing rules).

Priorities

  • Inbox Under Control: Clear, prioritized inbox with a simple rubric + tracking sheet; executive's daily "sorting time" reduced drastically.
  • Frictionless Scheduling: Board, nonprofit, and business meetings booked correctly the first time, with smart buffers and prep.
  • Travel, Done Right: Efficient, cost-aware itineraries with holds/options, confirmations, and tidy travel docs.
  • Predictable Rhythm: Weekly touchpoint agenda prepared; actions tracked and closed.

Key Responsibilities

  • Calendar & Scheduling: Coordinate business, nonprofit, and board meetings (Zoom/in-person); manage time blocks, buffers, and prep notes.
  • Email Management & Organization: Create/maintain filing system (folders/labels + spreadsheet rubric); triage, draft replies and follow-ups.
  • Travel Management: Research, book, and manage itineraries (air/hotel/ground); maintain confirmations and changes in one place.
  • Board/Nonprofit Support: Schedule committees/boards, track actions, send materials and ensure RSVP/attendance.
  • Admin Systems: Build lightweight SOPs/checklists that keep recurring tasks fast and error-free.
  • Executive Communication: Draft concise emails/briefings; maintain discretion and confidentiality.

MUST-HAVE Qualifications

  • 5+ years Executive Assistant/Virtual EA experience supporting a founder/C-suite or equivalent.
  • Exceptional English (written & verbal); professional email drafting.
  • Proven inbox + calendar mastery (Google Workspace or Outlook) with folder/label systems.
  • Travel booking experience (multi-city, changes, constraints).
  • Strong judgment & discretion with sensitive information.
  • Proactive, process-minded, and detail-obsessed, anticipates needs without over-management.
  • Timezone flexibility for ET meetings and deadlines.

Nice to Have

  • Background supporting real estate/REITs, private funds or board/nonprofit environments.
  • Familiarity with simple trackers (Sheets/Excel), Zoom scheduling and light doc formatting.

Tools You'll Use

Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 (Calendar, Mail, Docs/Word, Sheets/Excel), Zoom and basic project/task trackers (e.g., Sheets/Excel-based action logs). Willing to adapt to established email-folder "system."

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Executive Assistant to Credit Executive

R900000 - R1200000 Y RMB - Rand Merchant Bank

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*Job Description *
To drive the growth of the business by assisting to shape and deliver on strategy in partnership with the relevant executive / manager and leadership teams in the business.

To project manage various strategic activities, and ensure delivery of the manager / function's key objectives.

RMB is a place where exceptional people create their own opportunities by challenging the conventional and driving sustainable impact.

United by our purpose to empower our people and clients to be exceptional together for all to thrive, it's the magic of our people and culture that sets us apart.

Now is the time to imagine your next move with South Africa's number one employer in Financial Services for 2024, where you can embrace the power of collective thinking to unlock unique opportunities for our clients and society.

*Are You Someone Who Can: *

  • Build working relationships across teams and functional lines to enhance work delivery, collaboration, and innovation.
  • Integrate opinions and information provided by various sources to enable strategic decisions and assist the business to address strategic problems.
  • Plan, manage, and assist in the execution of strategy sessions and offsites.
  • Assist with the development and roll-out of strategic projects and prepare for and facilitate workshops.
  • Action items and monitor to ensure actions are completed by the right people at the right time.
  • Take responsibility for the end-to-end management of projects, setting out the scope of work, developing a project plan, project-managing internal and external resources and driving the initiative to completion.
  • Write and co-ordinate strategy documents, presentation materials, speeches, briefing documents, meeting minutes, business emails, executive committee reports, and other relevant documentation as required.
  • Build PowerPoint presentations.
  • Streamline processes.
  • Quickly understand complex topics.
  • Work accurately at an accelerated pace.

*Are You Someone Who Can: *

  • Build working relationships across teams and functional lines to enhance work delivery, collaboration, and innovation.
  • Integrate opinions and information provided by various sources to enable strategic decisions and assist the business to address strategic problems.
  • Plan, manage, and assist in the execution of strategy sessions and offsites.
  • Assist with the development and roll-out of strategic projects and prepare for and facilitate workshops.
  • Action items and monitor to ensure actions are completed by the right people at the right time.
  • Take responsibility for the end-to-end management of projects, setting out the scope of work, developing a project plan, project-managing internal and external resources and driving the initiative to completion.
  • Write and co-ordinate strategy documents, presentation materials, speeches, briefing documents, meeting minutes, business emails, executive committee reports, and other relevant documentation as required.
  • Build PowerPoint presentations.
  • Streamline processes.
  • Quickly understand complex topics.
  • Work accurately at an accelerated pace.
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RMB

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Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below. *
21/09/25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

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Sales Executive

Cape Town, Western Cape SNT MARKETING

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Job Summary



We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Sales Executive to join our team. The Sales Executive will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building strong relationships with clients, and achieving sales targets. This role requires excellent communication, negotiation, and customer service skills, along with a strong understanding of the company’s products or services.



Key Responsibilities



Identify and generate new business opportunities through networking, cold calling, and market research.



Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with clients.



Present, promote, and sell products or services to existing and prospective customers.



Conduct product demonstrations and prepare detailed proposals or quotations.



Negotiate contracts and close sales deals to meet or exceed targets.



Collaborate with the marketing and product teams to ensure brand consistency and customer satisfaction.



Maintain accurate records of sales activities and customer interactions.



Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to identify growth opportunities.



Provide feedback and insights to improve products, services, and sales processes.



Attend trade shows, conferences, and industry events to represent the company and build networks.



Qualifications and Skills



Passed Matric Certificate.



South African ID.



Proven experience as a Sales Executive and a similar sales role.



Strong understanding of sales principles and techniques.



Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.



Ability to meet and exceed sales targets under pressure.



Strong organizational and time management skills.



Self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented.
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Executive Secretary

Hillcrest, KwaZulu Natal CARtime

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Job Vacancy: Executive Secretary – Hillcrest, Durban



We are looking for a highly experienced and proactive Secretary to join our dynamic and fast-paced team. This role requires a dedicated professional with a strong background in secretarial duties, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple administrative functions efficiently. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting our operations, ensuring smooth day-to-day activities, and contributing to the overall success of the organization.



Key Responsibilities

Drafting and typing professional emails, letters, and other correspondence with accuracy and professionalism

Managing and maintaining organized digital filing systems, including OneDrive and shared drive

Handling client interactions, scheduling meetings, and managing communication channel

Sourcing suppliers through social media platforms such, obtaining quotations, and managing procurement and inventory processes

Running company errands, coordinating logistics, and supporting operational needs

Maintaining and updating office applications, calendars, and social media platforms

Preparing reports, presentations, and documentation as required by management

Ensuring confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive company information



Candidate Requirements



Minimum of 10 years proven experience in a secretarial or administrative role

Advanced proficiency in computer applications including Microsoft Office, mobile apps, and cloud-based tools

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think quickly and adapt to changing situations

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Afrikaans

Demonstrated experience in procurement, supplier sourcing, and vendor management

Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and positive attitude

High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail



What We Offer:

A supportive and professional work environment

Opportunity to grow within the company

Competitive salary based on experience

Salary: Market Related

Working Hours: 7:30 to 17:30 Weekdays

Saturdays: 08:00 to 13:00
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Executive Chef

Polokwane, Limpopo Bright Search Recruitment (Pty) Ltd

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Strong leadership, creativity, and organizational skills are essential, along with extensive culinary experience and a passion for innovative cuisine. Budget management and inventory control are also key responsibilities.
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SAAS Executive

Johannesburg, Gauteng Performability

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Role Overview

  • Our client is looking for a confident, relationship-driven SaaS Sales Executive to help expand their footprint across the investment and data technology sectors. Youll work closely with decision-makers at investment firms to uncover challenges, design smart data-driven solutions, and close meaningful, long-term deals.
  • Youll partner with the technical and client delivery teams to ensure a seamless customer experience, from first conversation to successful implementation

Duties:

  • Drive new business growth by identifying and engaging senior stakeholders (CIOs, CTOs, Heads of Data).
  • Lead discovery sessions to understand client needs and present tailored SaaS solutions.
  • Manage a full sales cycle from pipeline building to closing and handover.
  • Collaborate closely with data engineers and analysts to design and scope client solutions.
  • Maintain accurate CRM records, ensuring visibility and pipeline forecasting.
  • Provide market and competitor feedback to support product and strategy development.
  • Build lasting client relationships built on trust, value, and partnership.

Requirements

  • 58 years of B2B SaaS sales experience (ideally in data, fintech, or investment tech).
  • Proven track record in consultative, complex solution selling .
  • Skilled at building relationships with senior technical and business stakeholders .
  • Confident communicator able to explain complex data concepts simply.
  • Strong listening, questioning, and negotiation skills.
  • Comfortable working remotely and managing your own pipeline.
  • Bonus: Exposure to investment management, financial services, or analytics platforms.
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EXECUTIVE HOUSEKEEPER

Cape Town, Western Cape More A House

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CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Managing Housekeeping Operations
  • Ensures guest room status is communicated to the Front Desk in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Works effectively with the Engineering department on guestroom maintenance needs.
  • Supervises the property general cleaning schedule.
  • Obtains list of rooms to be cleaned immediately and list of prospective check-outs or discharges to prepare work assignments.
  • Inventories stock to ensure adequate supplies.
  • Supervises daily Housekeeping shift operations and ensures compliance with all housekeeping policies, standards and procedures.
  • Assists in the ordering of guestroom supplies, cleaning supplies and uniforms.
  • Supports and supervises an effective inspection program for all guestrooms and public space.
  • Communicates areas that need attention to staff and follows up to ensure understanding.
  • Ensures all employees have proper supplies, equipment and uniforms.

Managing Departmental Costs
  • Participates in the management of the departments controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.
  • Understands the impact of departments operations on the overall property financial goals and objectives and manages to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.
  • Comprehends budgets, operating statements and payroll progress reports as needed to assist in the financial management of department.

Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service
  • Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints.
  • Strives to improve service performance.
  • Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.
  • Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.

Conducting Human Resources Activities
  • Participates as needed in the investigation of employee accidents.
  • Supervises staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs, and financial objectives are met.
  • Ensures employees understand expectations and parameters.
  • Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently, disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and support the Peer Review Process.
  • Observes service behaviors of employees and provides feedback to individuals.
  • Uses all available on the job training tools to train new room attendants and provide follow-up training as necessary.
  • Participates in the employee performance appraisal process, providing feedback as needed.
  • Assists as needed in the interviewing and hiring of employee team members with the appropriate skills.
  • Supports a departmental orientation program for employees to receive the appropriate new hire training to successfully perform their job.
  • Participates in employee progressive discipline procedures.
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Marketing Executive

Cape Town, Western Cape The Legends Agency

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Marketing Executive
Join a leading UK homecare brand making a difference in peoples lives every day.
Remote (Cape Town) | 9am6pm | Market Related

About Our Client
Our client is a trusted and fast-growing UK-based homecare provider known for delivering high-quality, compassionate care across multiple regions. With a focus on dignity, independence, and innovation, they are proud to support families and communities while continually enhancing their digital and brand presence. Working with them means joining a team that values purpose, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

The Role: Marketing Executive
As a Marketing Executive, you'll play a key role in driving the company's digital marketing efforts, supporting brand growth, recruitment marketing, and franchise development. You'll assist in planning, executing, and optimising campaigns across multiple digital channels while ensuring the company's brand remains consistent and impactful. This is a hands-on, creative, and analytical role for someone passionate about performance-driven marketing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and optimise paid digital campaigns across Google Ads, Meta, and LinkedIn.

  • Adjust ad copy, targeting, and budgets based on data insights and objectives.

  • Create and update landing pages, website content, and campaign pages.

  • Improve website performance through SEO and conversion optimisation.

  • Design and adapt visuals, short videos, and digital assets for campaigns.

  • Monitor analytics and prepare reports on traffic, conversions, and ROI.

  • Maintain brand presence across Google Business, directories, and social platforms.

  • Create and schedule engaging content for central social media accounts.

  • Conduct brand audits to ensure consistency across all digital channels.

  • Research and implement new digital marketing tools, trends, and techniques.

About You

  • Minimum 5 years experience in marketing or digital marketing.

  • Skilled in managing paid media campaigns (Google Ads, Meta, LinkedIn).

  • Strong knowledge of SEO and content optimisation principles.

  • Proficient in using CMS platforms (e.g. WordPress) for web updates.

  • Experienced with Canva or Adobe Creative Suite for visuals and video editing.

  • Confident using Google Analytics, data dashboards, and Excel/Sheets.

  • Excellent written English and attention to detail.

  • Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple projects.

  • Creative thinker with a data-driven mindset and a passion for continuous improvement.

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Executive Chef

Pretoria, Gauteng Phoenix Recruitment

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Duties:

Strategic Financial & Cost Control Management:

Full ownership of departmental P&L, cost of sales, and operating/capital budgets.
Daily monitoring of actual vs. budgeted revenue, with corrective actions to meet monthly financial targets.
Manages food costs, labour spending (casual wages capped at 2.5% of revenue), and operating expenses against forecasted budgets.
Prepares detailed cost reports, executive financial summaries, and function expense breakdowns to maintain profitability.
Drives reduction of slow-moving stock, enforces procurement compliance, and optimizes par levels.

Menu Engineering & Recipe Costing:

Leads ongoing menu engineering using itemized sales data, cost vs. contribution margin analysis, and guest feedback to optimize product mix and profitability.
Collaborates with the F&B/Cost Controller to ensure all recipes are accurately costed, standardized, and updated quarterly in line with the Complex Recipe Policy.
Develop promotions and pricing strategies to increase revenue from underperforming items while enhancing guest value.
Oversee creation and maintenance of collateral and menu content, aligning food offerings with brand standards and market trends.

Operational & Culinary Excellence:

Oversee all kitchen operations, stock management, and maintenance in compliance with company SOPs.
Conducts daily walkthroughs, monthly audits, and maintenance follow-ups to ensure readiness and hygiene across all outlets.
Maintains strict control of cleaning supplies, operating equipment inventories, and write-off procedures.

Food Safety, Hygiene & Compliance:

Ensures full compliance with food safety regulations (R918), pest control, fire safety, and H&S audits.
Leads daily cleaning inspections, manages H&S representative responsibilities, and conducts quarterly extraction service in all kitchens.
Investigates all food hazard incidents and implements corrective actions per internal food safety protocols.

Guest Satisfaction & Brand Experience:

Collaborate with Sales & Marketing to develop annual promotions and activity plans that align with guest trends and revenue goals.
Reviews and actions feedback from Guest Satisfaction Index (GSI), Mystery Guest reports, and monthly complaint logs.
Implement strategies to ensure guest complaints and refunds remain under 0.1% of food or beverage revenue.

People Management, Training & Transformation in conjunction with HR:

Leads recruitment, EE compliance, and succession planning in line with organizational transformation goals.
Oversee training programs, skills development tracking, and performance reviews across all outlets.
Ensures full compliance with labour legislation, disciplinary procedures, and HR policies.
Participates in Transformation Committee, Union/Shop Steward, and Health & Safety meetings to support a high-performing, inclusive workplace.

Executive-Level Communication & Reporting:

Participate in all high-level business meetings including HOD, Finance Reviews, Banqueting, Marketing, and Operations.
Compiles detailed monthly outlet performance reports, health & safety reports, and strategic business reviews.
Drives alignment of culinary strategy with overall business objectives, revenue goals, and guest satisfaction targets.

Requirements:

Grade 12
Hotel School Management Diploma or equivalent
Post-Graduate Management Development qualification (advantageous)
Minimum 5 years experience as Executive Chef in a multi-outlet, high-volume hospitality environment
Dynamic and performance-driven
Senior leadership experience managing high-volume, multi-outlet culinary operations.
Strong culinary expertise with strategic financial management, menu engineering, cost control, and guest satisfaction to drive operational excellence and profitability.
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Executive Assistant

Centurion, Gauteng Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd

Posted 11 days ago

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Minimum requirements for the role:
  • Must have a relevant Diploma; A Bachelor's degree will be an advantage
  • Minimum 5 years experience in a similar role reporting directly to a C-Suite Executive
  • Experience in administration of operational back-office processes for a small to medium enterprise is essential
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with attention to detail
  • Very strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with key stakeholders
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), and social media web platforms
  • Proven ability to interpret data and produce insightful reports
  • Experience in planning and leading strategic initiatives
  • Strong time management skills, including managing own workload and coordinating others
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
  • Effective planning and organizational skills

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Managing professional and personal scheduling for the CEO, including agendas, mail, email, calls, travel arrangements, client management, and other company logistics.
  • Performing administrative and office support tasks, such as managing the diary, typing, creating spreadsheets, preparing presentations and reports, faxing, and maintaining the filing system and contact database.
  • Building and leading the daily operations of the CEOs office.
  • Leading strategic initiatives, facilitating special projects, and ensuring action items are being executed on behalf of the CEO.
  • Acting as an extension of the CEO and serving as an information funnel, filter, and facilitator with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Acting as the point of contact for the CEOs direct reports and triaging all incoming requests for the executives time to ensure calendar alignment with organizational priorities.
  • Proactively following up with the CEOs team when goals are not being achieved, identifying the root causes, and providing actionable recommendations for improvement.
  • Supporting meeting productivity by owning the planning, agenda, and note-taking process.
  • Producing high-impact internal and external communications on behalf of the CEO.
  • Assisting the Office Manager with operational activities.
  • Providing ad-hoc support as needed.
Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into only with the shortlisted candidates. If you do not receive any feedback from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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