Are you an organized and proactive professional with a passion for administrative excellence? Media24, one of South Africa’s leading publishing companies, is seeking a Personal Assistant to support the Sales Director at their Jonathan Ball Publishers division in Johannesburg. This permanent role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your administrative skills will directly contribute to the company’s success.
Personal Assistant Vacancy Overview
- Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Division: Jonathan Ball Publishers
- Closing Date: 23 March 2026
Role Overview
The Personal Assistant will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of the Sales Director’s office. From managing schedules and travel arrangements to coordinating meetings and handling correspondence, this role demands a highly detail-oriented and reliable individual who can thrive under pressure.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing general administrative support such as document preparation, filing, and record-keeping.
- Managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and coordinating appointments.
- Handling incoming emails, calls, and correspondence as needed.
- Preparing reports, presentations, and meeting minutes.
- Coordinating travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, and transport.
- Ensuring travel documentation and approvals are correctly completed.
- Tracking travel expenses and maintaining accurate records.
- Supporting project administration and follow-ups.
- Maintaining organized digital and physical filing systems.
- Assisting with procurement of office supplies and other resources.
This role also involves liaising with internal teams and external stakeholders, organizing company events, and ensuring that all administrative processes run efficiently.
Required Skills and Competencies
To excel as a Personal Assistant at Media24, candidates should have:
- Proven experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or Administrative Assistant.
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) or similar tools.
- Reliability, trustworthiness, and the ability to handle confidential information.
- Attention to detail and the capacity to multitask effectively.
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Qualifications
- Diploma or qualification in Business Administration, Office Management, or a related field is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or administrative role.
Why Work at Media24?
Joining Media24 means becoming part of a respected South African media company that values innovation, professionalism, and career growth. Employees benefit from a supportive work environment that encourages learning, development, and contribution to exciting publishing projects.
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How to Apply
If you meet the requirements and are interested in this role, submit your application through the Media24 career portal: Apply Here.
Closing Date for Applications: 23 March 2026
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear back within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Media24 reserves the right not to fill the position if a suitable candidate is not found. Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups in line with employment equity guidelines.
