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Executive Assistant (Tech Savvy – Durban) Jobs in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: Executive Assistant (Tech Savvy – Durban)
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Recruiter:
Sci Tech Placements
Job Ref:
CPT000044/MC
Date posted:
Friday, May 1, 2026
Location:
Durban, South Africa
SUMMARY:
We are seeking a highly organised, tech‑savvy Executive Assistant to provide high‑level administrative and operational support to a MD, Durban
POSITION INFO:
The ideal candidate is proactive, digitally fluent, detail‑orientated, and confident managing confidential information while streamlining workflows using technology.
Key Responsibilities
Executive & Administrative Support
- Manage complex calendars, scheduling meetings across time zones where required
- Coordinate travel arrangements, itineraries, accommodation, and expenses
- Prepare agendas, presentations, reports, and briefing documents
- Act as gatekeeper for emails, calls, and meeting requests
- Draft professional correspondence and internal communications
Technology & Systems Support
- Confident use of Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive)
- Manage virtual meetings (Teams/Zoom), including set‑up and troubleshooting
- Maintain digital filing systems and cloud‑based document management
Operational & Coordination Support
- Liaise with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders
- Track actions, deadlines, and follow‑ups
- Support project coordination and reporting
- Assist with event planning, workshops, and board meetings
Confidentiality & Professionalism
- Handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity
- Maintain professionalism when representing the executive and company
Required Skills & Experience
- 2+ years’ experience as an Executive Assistant or Senior Personal Assistant
- Strong digital literacy and confidence adopting new tools and systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Advanced organisational and time‑management abilities
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to anticipate needs and work independently
- Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
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