Executive Assistant to CEO

Closing Date: 
Wed 31st Aug 2011
Opportunity Type: 
Volunteer Position
Organisation: 
State: 
Victoria
Contact Person: 
hrapplications@mayibuyesouthafrica.org

Mayibuye creates a space for young adults to come together, learn and exchange ideas. It also gives hope and empowerment to young people, who would otherwise be led into a life of destructive behavior. Mayibuye is looking for an Executive Assistant to the CEO to support the CEO and assist in other high level activities.

As the Executive Assistant to the CEO you will be responsible;

  • Attend with the CEO speaking engagements and key meetings (with corporate sponsors, media partners, and schools) where possible, and ensure good follow-up
  • Create and organise opportunities to increase Mayibuye's exposure in the broader community, including meetings with potential partners and media engagements
  • Take direction from the CEO on driving specific areas of the Program, potentially including events, legal, promotions, finance, corporate link and projects
  • Research and produce issues briefings
  • Drive specific projects and events as directed
  • Assist with development of forms, applications and proposals
  • Managing CEO's schedule and book in meetings and speaking arrangements
  • Assist CEO with phone and email communications

Required Skills:

  • Ability to liaise effectively and professionally with a variety of stakeholders
  • Experience working in a professional business environment preferred
  • The ability to pre-empt issues that may arise
  • Understanding of community development and project development
  • Approachable, professional and organized
  • High level of initiative and independence
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What you get out of it:

  • Practical experience working within a professional organisation
  • Insight into International Aid and Development NGO's structures and procedures
  • The opportunity to work within a group of like-minded individuals.
  • Knowledge that you are assisting to make a difference to the lives of disadvantaged youth in Australia and South Africa
  • Ongoing training and support

 

This is a volunteer position and requires 10 hours a week. Training and mentoring will be provided as you grow into your role.

If you are interested in joining the Mayibuye staff team and making a difference in the fight against poverty, please complete the application on the website.

 
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Opportunity Type: 
Volunteer Position
Closing Date: 
Wed 31st Aug 2011
Organisation Name: 
Mayibuye
Organisation: 
State: 
Victoria
Contact Person: 
hrapplications@mayibuyesouthafrica.org
Opportunity Overview: 
Mayibuye creates a space for young adults to come together, learn and exchange ideas. It also gives hope and empowerment to young people, who would otherwise be led into a life of destructive behavior. Mayibuye is looking for an Executive Assistant to the CEO to support the CEO and assist in other high level activities.

Mayibuye creates a space for young adults to come together, learn and exchange ideas. It also gives hope and empowerment to young people, who would otherwise be led into a life of destructive behavior. Mayibuye is looking for an Executive Assistant to the CEO to support the CEO and assist in other high level activities.

As the Executive Assistant to the CEO you will be responsible;

  • Attend with the CEO speaking engagements and key meetings (with corporate sponsors, media partners, and schools) where possible, and ensure good follow-up
  • Create and organise opportunities to increase Mayibuye's exposure in the broader community, including meetings with potential partners and media engagements
  • Take direction from the CEO on driving specific areas of the Program, potentially including events, legal, promotions, finance, corporate link and projects
  • Research and produce issues briefings
  • Drive specific projects and events as directed
  • Assist with development of forms, applications and proposals
  • Managing CEO's schedule and book in meetings and speaking arrangements
  • Assist CEO with phone and email communications

Required Skills:

  • Ability to liaise effectively and professionally with a variety of stakeholders
  • Experience working in a professional business environment preferred
  • The ability to pre-empt issues that may arise
  • Understanding of community development and project development
  • Approachable, professional and organized
  • High level of initiative and independence
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What you get out of it:

  • Practical experience working within a professional organisation
  • Insight into International Aid and Development NGO's structures and procedures
  • The opportunity to work within a group of like-minded individuals.
  • Knowledge that you are assisting to make a difference to the lives of disadvantaged youth in Australia and South Africa
  • Ongoing training and support

 

This is a volunteer position and requires 10 hours a week. Training and mentoring will be provided as you grow into your role.

If you are interested in joining the Mayibuye staff team and making a difference in the fight against poverty, please complete the application on the website.

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Mayibuye creates a space for young adults to come together, learn and exchange ideas. It also gives hope and empowerment to young people, who would otherwise be led into a life of destructive behavior. Mayibuye is looking for an Executive Assistant to the CEO to support the CEO and assist in other high level activities.

As the Executive Assistant to the CEO you will be responsible;

  • Attend with the CEO speaking engagements and key meetings (with corporate sponsors, media partners, and schools) where possible, and ensure good follow-up
  • Create and organise opportunities to increase Mayibuye's exposure in the broader community, including meetings with potential partners and media engagements
  • Take direction from the CEO on driving specific areas of the Program, potentially including events, legal, promotions, finance, corporate link and projects
  • Research and produce issues briefings
  • Drive specific projects and events as directed
  • Assist with development of forms, applications and proposals
  • Managing CEO's schedule and book in meetings and speaking arrangements
  • Assist CEO with phone and email communications

Required Skills:

  • Ability to liaise effectively and professionally with a variety of stakeholders
  • Experience working in a professional business environment preferred
  • The ability to pre-empt issues that may arise
  • Understanding of community development and project development
  • Approachable, professional and organized
  • High level of initiative and independence
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What you get out of it:

  • Practical experience working within a professional organisation
  • Insight into International Aid and Development NGO's structures and procedures
  • The opportunity to work within a group of like-minded individuals.
  • Knowledge that you are assisting to make a difference to the lives of disadvantaged youth in Australia and South Africa
  • Ongoing training and support

 

This is a volunteer position and requires 10 hours a week. Training and mentoring will be provided as you grow into your role.

If you are interested in joining the Mayibuye staff team and making a difference in the fight against poverty, please complete the application on the website.

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Opportunity Type: 
Volunteer Position
Closing Date: 
Wed 31st Aug 2011
Organisation Name: 
Mayibuye
Organisation: 
State: 
Victoria
Contact Person: 
hrapplications@mayibuyesouthafrica.org
Opportunity Overview: 
Mayibuye creates a space for young adults to come together, learn and exchange ideas. It also gives hope and empowerment to young people, who would otherwise be led into a life of destructive behavior. Mayibuye is looking for an Executive Assistant to the CEO to support the CEO and assist in other high level activities.

Mayibuye creates a space for young adults to come together, learn and exchange ideas. It also gives hope and empowerment to young people, who would otherwise be led into a life of destructive behavior. Mayibuye is looking for an Executive Assistant to the CEO to support the CEO and assist in other high level activities.

As the Executive Assistant to the CEO you will be responsible;

  • Attend with the CEO speaking engagements and key meetings (with corporate sponsors, media partners, and schools) where possible, and ensure good follow-up
  • Create and organise opportunities to increase Mayibuye's exposure in the broader community, including meetings with potential partners and media engagements
  • Take direction from the CEO on driving specific areas of the Program, potentially including events, legal, promotions, finance, corporate link and projects
  • Research and produce issues briefings
  • Drive specific projects and events as directed
  • Assist with development of forms, applications and proposals
  • Managing CEO's schedule and book in meetings and speaking arrangements
  • Assist CEO with phone and email communications

Required Skills:

  • Ability to liaise effectively and professionally with a variety of stakeholders
  • Experience working in a professional business environment preferred
  • The ability to pre-empt issues that may arise
  • Understanding of community development and project development
  • Approachable, professional and organized
  • High level of initiative and independence
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What you get out of it:

  • Practical experience working within a professional organisation
  • Insight into International Aid and Development NGO's structures and procedures
  • The opportunity to work within a group of like-minded individuals.
  • Knowledge that you are assisting to make a difference to the lives of disadvantaged youth in Australia and South Africa
  • Ongoing training and support

 

This is a volunteer position and requires 10 hours a week. Training and mentoring will be provided as you grow into your role.

If you are interested in joining the Mayibuye staff team and making a difference in the fight against poverty, please complete the application on the website.

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