Job Description
Responsibilities:
Executive Assistance:
- Maintain customer confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
- Update Managing Director on the status of important corporate clients
- Act as a first point of contact by representing the company in a positive and professional manner
- Provide customers and visitors with information on the companys services
- Assist Managing Director in the compilation of presentations and submissions
- Aid in completing financial spreadsheets
- Record minutes of Exco meetings and distribute timeously
- Act as liaison between departments to facilitate communication at the executive level
Scheduling, Planning and Time Management:
- Conserve Managing Directors time by reading, researching and routing correspondence; drafting letters and documents; collecting and analysing information and initiating telecommunications
- Maintain Managing Directors appointment schedules by planning and scheduling meetings, conferences, teleconferences and travel
- Events like staff meetings and luncheons
- Provide project support by managing research activities
- Assist Managing Director with scheduling appointments as well as planning and managing events
- Assist Managing Director with the prioritization of mailbox and assist with answering relevant e-mails
- Manage travel and logistics details for Managing Director
- Manage office budgets and prepare budget addition requests and spreadsheets as requested
- Schedule and organise departmental project activities
Working with documentation:
- Produce information by transcribing, formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying and transmitting text, data and graphics
- Prepare reports by collecting and analysing information
- Secure information by completing database backups
- Provide historical reference by developing and utilising filing and retrieval systems
- Create and deliver presentations in order to facilitate staff inductions
- Analyse important data and create reports for the benefit of Managing Directors review
- Manage both paper and electronic filing systems
- Prepare event briefing materials for Managing Director
- Process monthly expenses, generate and manage correspondence
- Coordinate tender submissions
- Coordinate board pack submissions and oversee delivery against action logs
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About Advertising/Media Sales Jobs in Gauteng
The advertising and media sales industry is a dynamic field in Gauteng, South Africa, with a strong demand for skilled professionals. Typically, job seekers in this sector can expect to find employment in a variety of roles, including account management, sales, and business development. Generally, the industry is driven by the growth of digital marketing and the increasing importance of media channels in reaching target audiences.
When it comes to salary expectations, advertising and media sales professionals can typically earn a broad range of salaries, depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. While exact figures are difficult to determine due to variation across companies and sectors, common salary ranges for entry-level roles often start at around R200 000 – R300 000 per annum, with senior positions exceeding R600 000 – R800 000 or more. However, please note that these are broad estimates, and actual salaries can vary significantly.
Common skills required for advertising and media sales professionals include excellent communication and negotiation skills, a strong understanding of marketing principles, digital media knowledge, and analytical capabilities. Typically, employers look for candidates with experience in the industry, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and other software applications commonly used in the field. Additionally, media-specific skills such as social media advertising, search engine optimisation, and data analysis are highly valued.
The advertising and media sales industry is often dominated by various sectors, including financial services, technology, manufacturing, and retail. Companies across these industries frequently require professionals to manage their advertising budgets, negotiate with media agencies, and develop targeted marketing campaigns. The growth of digital media has created a high demand for skilled professionals who can navigate the complexities of online advertising.
Career development opportunities in this field are numerous, with many companies investing heavily in training and development programs for their employees. Typically, experienced professionals can move into senior roles, such as sales manager or account director, while those with a talent for leadership may be identified for promotion to general management positions. With the constant evolution of digital media, there is always room for innovation and growth in this exciting and dynamic field.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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