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Personal Assistant at The South African Weather Service (SAWS)

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is a Section 3(a) public entity under the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries (DEFF) and is governed by a Board. The organisation is the authoritative voice for weather and climate related services in South Africa and is tasked to fulfil a range of international obligations of government as a member of the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO). The South African Weather Service (SAWS) strives to be a Weather and Climate Centre of Excellence, providing innovative solutions to ensure a weather-smart region, sustainable development, and economic growth.

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is therefore seeking to appoint an efficient and enthusiastic person to undertake the role of:

 

Personal Assistant to The Chief Executive Officer (CEO):

Salary total package: negotiable

Ref.WS07/102022

Centre: Centurion

Job Summary

The Personal Assistant, under the supervision of the Chief Executive Officer within the South African Weather Service (SAWS) assists with, among other matters, the administrative and other functions related to the office of the CEO specifically, and other divisions within the organisation generally.

Key performance areas

  • The candidate will be required to provide secretarial, administrative and support duties to the Executive.
  • Organise and co-ordinate meetings, workshops, and conferences.
  • Take minutes at meetings and write comprehensive reports.
  • Manage all the documentation to ensure easy access, traceability, and updated records.
  • Managing the diary and travel arrangements related to the office of the CEO and his direct reports.
  • Assist with ad-hoc project in the office of the CEO

Requirements:

 

The candidate must have:

  • A Diploma in Administration/Secretarial or any other relevant qualification.
  • At least 5 (five) years relevant experience supporting executives
  • Experience related to Board submissions and administration support will be an added advantage.
  • Good interpersonal skills, strong administrative capabilities
  • Proficient in MS Office (MS, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook).
  • Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work in a team and in high pressure environment.
  • Problem solving and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to work outside of normal working hours, should circumstances require so.

Please Note: Enquiries for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to: MS.

Thembisa Bixa, at: Tel. (012) 367 6208.

Kindly register as user on our website using this link: https://www.weathersa.co.za/home/vacancies to apply for the above position and upload

your (Comprehensive CV with certified copies of qualifications).

 

Note: Recruitment Agency applicant submissions will not be considered

Preference will be given to people living with disabilities, in line with SAWS EE targets. This is an EE position and preference will be given to females, Africans, Indians and Coloureds (AIC). Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. Candidates who have not been contacted within 3 (three)months after the closing date of this advertisement, should please accept that their application was unsuccessful. The organisation reserves the right not to fill this position. The South African Weather Service is an equal opportunity employer.

Record Reference HCM-ADVERT-PA2022

Location: Centurion, Gauteng

Closing Date: 28 October 2022

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