Introduction to SOLA
SOLA is a 100% South African, vertically integrated renewable energy solutions provider, specialising in the development, construction and operation of solar PV and battery energy storage projects. We focus on partnering with the private sector to deliver clean energy to businesses across South Africa using cutting edge clean energy generation and storage technologies. We help our clients to grow and prosper through the adoption of low cost and reliable renewable energy, enabling them to meet their carbon reduction and sustainability targets. For more information, visit www.solagroup.co.za.
The overall purpose of the position:
The Executive PA provides high-level, comprehensive administrative and operational support to four executives. This role acts as a primary liaison, ensuring seamless time management, complex travel coordination, and end-to-end support for executive and committee meetings (EXCO). The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive under pressure, and capable of handling sensitive, confidential information with complete discretion.
The role will primarily support the CEO (50% of his/her time will be spent on and with the CEO), with specific CEO support required encompassing:
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Managing requests for meetings/tasks to be completed/signatures require, and events for business/family/friends across various communication channels (emails, Whatsapp and Slack);
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Scheduling the CEO’s diary to accommodate important business meetings and tasks, international and domestic travel, all events (both work and personal), and personal and wellbeing hobbies (exercise, races)
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Supporting the CEO in managing personal administration (including tax, payments, holidays/visas)
In supporting the 3 MD’s, the role will primarily encompass diary and meeting management, meeting preparation and travel management.
Reports to: CEO and 3 MD’s (MD of SOLA Assets, the MD of Build and Chief Technical Officer, and the Chief Commercial Officer)
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
