Senior Commercial Travel Consultant & Assistant to Directors

1. hour availability during staff travels

A dual-position combining:

1. Senior Travel Consultant Managing domestic, regional, and international travel for staff and executives.
2. Executive Assistant to Directors Supporting the Directors with administrative, diary, and personal assistance.

Key Responsibilities

• Full travel management: flights, accommodation, transport, visas, insurance.
• Use of Amadeus CRS and awareness of NDC channels.
• Available 24/7 during staff travel for emergencies and changes.
• Prepare detailed itineraries and handle travel documentation.

• Manage calendars and priorities for multiple Directors.
• Coordinate meetings: agendas, minutes, catering, tech setup.
• Handle confidential communication, filing, and document prep.
• Assist with personal and household matters, including family scheduling.

• Act as liaison between Directors and departments.
• Support special projects, internal comms, and philanthropic initiatives.
• Conduct research, write briefs, and help in decision-making.

Qualifications & Skills

• Matric + Diploma in Office Admin/Management/Travel & Tourism (advantageous).
• 35 years in an Executive PA role.
• Experience in corporate travel, specifically with Amadeus and fare/ticketing.

• Advanced MS Office, especially Excel.
• Competent with Zoom/Teams and booking platforms.
• Must have a drivers license and reliable vehicle.

• Highly organised, discreet, and professional.
• Strong communicator and multi-tasker.
• Able to work independently and under pressure.
• Flexible and proactive; available after hours and weekends.

• Preferably based in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth); East Rand (Gauteng) also considered.
• Office-based position.

Ideal for a seasoned travel professional with executive support experience, excellent organisational and communication skills, and the ability to handle a fast-paced, high-responsibility role involving both corporate travel and administrative duties.