Personal Assistant | Media24 Careers South Africa

March 12, 2026 admin MEDIA 0

 

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Job Type: Permanent
Company: Media24
Division: Jonathan Ball Publishers
Industry: Publishing / Media
Department: Sales Administration
Minimum Experience: Mid-Senior Level
Closing Date: 23 March 2026

About Media24

Media24 is one of the largest media companies in South Africa and part of the global media group Naspers. The company operates across multiple media platforms including newspapers, magazines, digital publications, and book publishing.

Within the Media24 group, Jonathan Ball Publishers is a respected publishing house responsible for publishing and distributing a wide range of books across fiction, non-fiction, and educational titles.

Working at Media24 offers professionals the opportunity to grow within a dynamic media environment focused on innovation, creativity, and operational excellence.

Position Overview

Media24 is seeking a highly organized Personal Assistant to support the Sales Director within the Jonathan Ball Publishers division in Johannesburg.

The successful candidate will provide administrative and operational support including calendar management, travel coordination, meeting organization, document preparation, and stakeholder communication. This role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle confidential information professionally.

Key Responsibilities

The Personal Assistant will perform a variety of administrative and coordination tasks to ensure smooth daily operations.

Administrative Support

  • Provide general administrative support including document preparation, filing, and record keeping
  • Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems
  • Assist with procurement of office supplies and administrative resources
  • Ensure administrative processes run efficiently

Calendar and Schedule Management

  • Manage calendars and coordinate appointments
  • Schedule meetings and ensure all required documentation is prepared
  • Handle incoming correspondence, emails, and phone calls where necessary

Travel Coordination

  • Coordinate travel arrangements including flights, accommodation, and transport
  • Ensure travel documentation and approvals are completed correctly
  • Track travel expenses and maintain accurate financial records
  • Ensure travel bookings comply with company policies

Meeting and Event Coordination

  • Assist with organizing meetings and corporate events
  • Prepare meeting agendas, reports, presentations, and minutes
  • Follow up on action items and project administration tasks

Stakeholder Communication

  • Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders
  • Support project administration and ensure timely follow-ups
  • Assist the Sales Director with operational and administrative tasks

Minimum Requirements

Candidates interested in this opportunity should meet the following requirements:

  • Diploma or qualification in Business Administration, Office Management, or a related field (preferred)
  • Proven experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or Administrative Assistant
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure
  • High level of reliability and professionalism
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Core Competencies

Successful candidates will demonstrate the following capabilities:

Organizational Excellence
Strong ability to manage schedules, documentation, and administrative processes.

Communication Skills
Ability to communicate professionally with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Attention to Detail
Ensuring accuracy in documentation, travel arrangements, and reports.

Time Management
Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Professional Integrity
Maintaining confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.

Why Join Media24?

Working with Media24 provides an opportunity to be part of one of South Africa’s most influential media organizations.

Benefits of this opportunity include:

  • Exposure to the publishing and media industry
  • Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership
  • Professional growth in administration and executive support roles
  • Dynamic work environment within a leading publishing company

This role can lead to career advancement opportunities such as Executive Assistant, Office Manager, or Operations Coordinator.

POPIA Compliance

By applying for this position, you consent to the processing of your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) for recruitment purposes.

Your information will only be used during the recruitment process and may be retained for future opportunities.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply via the official Media24 careers portal:

Apply Here:
Apply for Personal Assistant Job at Media24

Closing Date: 23 March 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who do not receive feedback within two weeks after the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.

Media24 reserves the right not to fill the position should a suitable candidate not be identified.

Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups in accordance with the company’s Employment Equity policies.

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