Executive Administrative Assistant Job Vacancy in Johannesburg at Harmattan Renewables | Hybrid Schedule

Receptionist / Executive Assistant / HR Administrator

Harmattan Renewables is entering a new chapter. New leadership, sharper ambitions, and a firm that’s raising the bar on who it brings in to help drive its next phase of growth.

We’re looking for someone to sit at the centre of it all — our Receptionist / EA / Administrator. You’ll be the first face our clients see, the right hand to our leadership team, and the person who keeps our people operations running tight.

If you’ve been the person who does everything at a small company and you’re ready to bring that energy into a firm that’s scaling fast — this is your seat.

• 📍 Rosebank, Johannesburg — full-time, in-office
• 🎯 2-4 years’ experience in EA, reception or office administration
• 🚀 Direct exposure to leadership, real room to grow into a People & Ops role

Apply: careers@harmattanrenewables.com

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Company Description Harmattan Renewables is a specialist consultancy focused on unlocking Africa’s renewable energy potential, built by a team that has worked at the forefront of the continent’s renewables sector. Drawing on experience from Europe and America, the company delivers best-in-class technology, services, and advisory support across the full renewables project lifecycle. Harmattan is widely regarded as a partner of choice in the African renewables sector due to its technical expertise and commitment to high-quality outcomes. The company is a socially responsible employer and a Level 1 women-owned BBBEE business. Harmattan Renewables encourages interested applicants to email their CV to careers@harmattanrenewables.com.

Role Description The Executive Administrative Assistant is a full-time role based in office. This role provides high-level administrative support to senior leadership, including managing calendars, scheduling meetings, coordinating travel, and preparing correspondence and reports. The Executive Administrative Assistant will handle phone and email communication, maintain accurate records and filing systems, and support the preparation of presentations, documents, and meeting materials. Day-to-day responsibilities also include organizing events, tracking action items, supporting internal communication, and ensuring that office operations run efficiently. The role requires discretion, strong organizational capabilities, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Administrative Assistance and Clerical Skills, including calendar management, document preparation, and record keeping.
• Candidates should possess Executive Administrative Assistance experience, supporting senior leaders with confidential and complex tasks.
• Candidates should possess excellent Communication and Phone Etiquette skills for professional interaction with internal and external stakeholders.
• Candidates should possess strong organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Relevant qualifications such as a diploma or degree in Administration, Business, or a related field are beneficial, along with proficiency in office software (e.g., MS Office, email and calendar tools).
• Experience in a renewable energy, consulting, or professional services environment is advantageous.