PAKISO ALICE LETSIE
Executive Assistant - CEO & COO
Johannesburg
Summary
Experienced Executive Assistant and Project Coordinator with a proven track record of career growth from junior PA to mid-management responsibilities. Skilled in executive support, office management, and project coordination, with notable achievements in successfully planning and delivering high-profile corporate events with 1,000+ attendees, including VIPs and major clients, year after year. Recognized for adaptability, initiative, and continuous professional development through IT, AI, and digital skills training.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant to CEO & COO
Red Ant Security Relocation and Eviction Services
08.2022 - Current
- Managed complex calendars, travel bookings, and daily logistics for CEO and COO.
- Scheduled appointments, sent reminders, and maintained an up-to-date events calendar.
- Prepared reports, organized meetings, and took executive-level minutes.
- Handled sensitive documents and correspondence with professionalism and confidentiality.
- Liaised with staff, vendors, and external stakeholders on behalf of executives.
- Oversaw office supplies, courier logistics, and administrative support systems.
- Successfully coordinated large-scale corporate events with 1,000+ attendees, including VIPs and major clients, ensuring smooth execution year after year.
- Recognized for consistent career progression from junior administrator to mid-management level, with expanded responsibilities and salary growth.
Ecommerce Account Manager
Expleezit Trading and Enterprise (PTY) Ltd
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Managed Takealot seller account: product listings, order processing, and customer service.
- Sourced unique local and international products, driving market differentiation.
- Handled invoicing, order tracking, and coordinated deliveries to meet customer expectations.
- Resolved service and product quality complaints through online chat and email support.
- Analyzed sales performance and made data-driven improvements to increase growth.
Personal Assistant
The Banking Association South Africa
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Processed and distributed internal correspondence efficiently.
- Documented and shared weekly meeting minutes with stakeholders.
- Performed background research and prep work for executive meetings and projects.
Office Manager / Project Coordinator
RR Electronic Security Solutions
06.2011 - 05.2019
Senior Administrator
Usizo Technical Services
01.2008 - 12.2010
Parts Administrator – Costing Clerk
BMW – Fordicks
01.2007 - 01.2009
Admin Assistant
Die Volksblad, Bloemfontein
01.2004 - 01.2006
Education
Diploma - Cyber Security
AI & Emerging Technologies
01.2024
Tender Expert Certificate - How to Tender
01.2023
BCom - IT Management
MANCOSA
01.2017
National N Diploma - Management Assistant
Maluti FET College
01.2014
Project Management Professional - undefined
College SA
01.2013
N4-N6 Certificates - Management Assistant
Maluti FET College
01.2004
Grade 12 - undefined
Bethlehem Comprehensive School
01.2001
Skills
Executive support
Meeting Minutes & Executive Correspondence
Roles & Responsibilities of an Executive Assistant
Project Coordination & Reporting
Business Networking Strategies
Mastering Advertising in the Digital Age
Goal Setting & Supervising Others
Office Management & Procurement
Travel Planning & Logistics
Additional Information
- Driver’s License: Code 10
- Available Immediately for Remote or Onsite Roles
Timeline
Executive Assistant to CEO & COO
Red Ant Security Relocation and Eviction Services
08.2022 - Current
Ecommerce Account Manager
Expleezit Trading and Enterprise (PTY) Ltd
01.2020 - 12.2021
Personal Assistant
The Banking Association South Africa
07.2019 - 12.2019
Office Manager / Project Coordinator
RR Electronic Security Solutions
06.2011 - 05.2019
Senior Administrator
Usizo Technical Services
01.2008 - 12.2010
Parts Administrator – Costing Clerk
BMW – Fordicks
01.2007 - 01.2009
Admin Assistant
Die Volksblad, Bloemfontein
01.2004 - 01.2006
AI & Emerging Technologies
Tender Expert Certificate - How to Tender
BCom - IT Management
MANCOSA
National N Diploma - Management Assistant
Maluti FET College
Project Management Professional - undefined
College SA
N4-N6 Certificates - Management Assistant
Maluti FET College
Grade 12 - undefined
Bethlehem Comprehensive School