Ofcm048-2026 Director: Executive Assistance

Appointment requirements

• An appropriate three-year career-related tertiary qualification (degree or national diploma) in Public Administration or Management, Business Administration or Management or any other study field related to the position
• At least nine years' relevant working experience in an executive assistance environment, of which four years should be at managerial level
• A valid Code B driving licence
• Computer literacy
• Must undergo a criminal record check and such a person shall allow their fingerprints to be taken by the Tshwane Metro Police Department at own cost

Personal attributes and/or competencies

• Strategic management skills; ability to work under pressure; business management skills; good interpersonal and leadership skills; communication skills; planning and organising skills; individual coaching and mentoring skills

Primary functions

• Promote and sustain motivational levels, productivity and performance by directing and controlling the outcomes associated with the use, productivity and performance of personnel
• Ensure that accurate estimates are prepared in relation to requirements
• Prepare capital and operating estimates for the department
• Approve and control project-related expenditure against budget allocations
• Identify and define immediate, short- and long-term objectives
• Execute specific instructions and apply laid down procedures with respect to coordinating the executive diary and specific events
• Oversee administration and secretarial support
• Ensure information record-keeping
• Provide logistical support to the City Manager