Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Timeline
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Elouise du Plessis

Personal Assistant | Operations & Project Coordination | Remote Administrative Support
Somerset West,GP
Elouise du Plessis

Summary

Experienced Administrative, Personal Assistant and Operations professional with nearly 20 years of experience supporting executives, managing day-to-day operations, coordinating projects and delivering reliable, high-quality administrative support across multiple industries.

I specialize in remote PA support, diary and travel coordination, operations administration, project and event coordination, and stakeholder communication. I am highly organized, detail-oriented and dependable, with a calm, solutions-focused approach that allows me to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

My background includes executive and personal assistance, operations management, project coordination, client relations and hands-on business ownership. I am confident working independently in remote roles and thrive in positions that require trust, discretion, structure and proactive support.

I am currently open to Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, Operations, Project Coordination and Remote Administrative opportunities, where I can add immediate value, streamline processes and help teams and leaders operate more efficiently.

Overview

21
years of professional experience
2
Languages

Work History

Jelly Babies Educational Daycare Centre

General Manager / Principal
10.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Strategic Planning & Operations: Lead yearly and termly planning for events, fundraisers, and school activities, ensuring alignment with policies.
  • Staff Management & Training: Conduct interviews, training, evaluations, and scheduling for staff, while upholding policies.
  • Parental Engagement & Communication: Oversee parent communication through WhatsApp groups, social media, and newsletters.
  • Administrative & Budget Oversight: Manage stock control, procurement, and daily operations, ensuring alignment with policies.
  • Quality Assurance & Curriculum Implementation: Guide lesson plan development, classroom visits, and creative learning.
  • General Administration: Oversee email correspondence, Google Drive spreadsheets, and the full enrollment and application process.

I'm 4 Change NPC

Assistant Project Manager / Office Administrator / Personal Assistant
10.2018 - 07.2020

Job overview

  • Managed the administration, vetting, and client care of 445 NGOs across South Africa in partnership with Shoprite Holdings.
  • Sourced and coordinated 120 photographers, organized photo shoots, and arranged handovers integral to the project.
  • Digitized office operations, improving efficiency and document management.
  • Served as a key support pillar for the director and team, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
  • Oversaw donor management, project development, and event planning.

Care Line Group

Medical Aid Advisor
04.2017 - 09.2018

Job overview

  • Advised clients on 11 different medical aid plans, handling consultations and policy administration.
  • Provided client support and training on Discovery, Momentum, Universal Health, and other medical aid providers.
  • Managed customer inquiries, ensuring exceptional service and client satisfaction.

La Bu'don Health and Beauty Clinic

Owner / Cosmetologist
06.2007 - 03.2017

Job overview

  • Successfully founded and managed a beauty salon, overseeing daily operations, staff management, and marketing.
  • Provided personalized beauty treatments and excellent client care.
  • Built strong customer relationships, growing the business through word-of-mouth referrals.

Salon Natural Health and Beauty Clinic

Salon Manageress / Cosmetologist
04.2005 - 03.2007

Job overview

  • Managed staff, stock, and daily salon operations.
  • Provided beauty treatments and client consultations.
  • Helped expand the team from two to four employees, increasing salon revenue.

Education

Hydro International College

National & International Diploma from Cosmetology
01.2004

Hoërskool Dinamika

Grade 12 (NQF4)
01.2001

Skills

Office Administration & Organization

Personal Assistance & Executive Support

Project Management & Coordination

Event Planning & Logistics

Team leadership

Project management

Operations oversight

Quality management

Workflow planning

Staff training/development

Staff management

Efficient multi-tasker

Administrative skills

Team training and development

Purchasing and planning

Purchasing

References

Ben, Rochester, Director, +27 82 339 1022, I'm 4 Change NPC

Timeline

General Manager / Principal

Jelly Babies Educational Daycare Centre
10.2020 - Current

Assistant Project Manager / Office Administrator / Personal Assistant

I'm 4 Change NPC
10.2018 - 07.2020

Medical Aid Advisor

Care Line Group
04.2017 - 09.2018

Owner / Cosmetologist

La Bu'don Health and Beauty Clinic
06.2007 - 03.2017

Salon Manageress / Cosmetologist

Salon Natural Health and Beauty Clinic
04.2005 - 03.2007

Hoërskool Dinamika

Grade 12 (NQF4)

Hydro International College

National & International Diploma from Cosmetology
Elouise du PlessisPersonal Assistant | Operations & Project Coordination | Remote Administrative Support