Khanya M.
Senior Administrative Assistant
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Khanya M. is an accomplished Administrative Assistant & Facilities and Executive Administrator with over 8 years of experience in municipal government, private sector manufacturing, and NGO environments. She is recognized for supporting senior management, including high-level diary coordination, complex scheduling, and procurement coordination. Her most recent role at Martinrea International involved providing executive-level support in a demanding manufacturing setting, managing travel logistics across continents with zero conflicts. Previously, at Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality, Khanya managed HR documents with full accuracy and improved financial workflows using automated systems. Her NGO experience includes scaling outreach programs and enhancing community engagement. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and shared drives, she excels in maintaining record accuracy and ensuring operational continuity. Her academic background includes a Bachelor's in Social Science from the University of Cape Town, currently enhancing her expertise with law studies at the University of South Africa.
Experience
Administrative Assistant
Martinrea International Southern African Division · 2025 — PresentProvided administrative support to senior leadership in a corporate manufacturing setting. Coordinated over 10 executive meetings weekly, resolving scheduling conflicts. Managed all travel arrangements, including flights and accommodation for executives. Adapted real-time scheduling to reflect changing operational needs. Handled confidential documents with discretion and liaised with departments and service providers to maintain operational flow. Assisted in financial tasks such as expense tracking and invoice processing, ensuring preparedness for meetings and travel through proactive planning.Facilities & Executive Administrator
Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality · 2021 — 2025Delivered executive administrative support to three Senior Managers, overseeing diary management and meeting logistics. Prepared agendas and tracked meeting outcomes accurately. Managed HR documentation related to compliance and overtime submissions with precision. Streamlined financial workflows by coordinating invoicing and payment processes. Developed systems for invoice tracking and quotation approvals to enhance efficiency. Implemented a digital tracker for procurement of vehicle parts, ensuring compliance without penalties. Supported cross-departmental coordination to meet operational needs.Community Co-ordinator-Social Outreach Representative
NGO Program · 2019 — 2020Led a team to execute over 20 outreach programs, scaling food schemes to reach more residents. Cultivated partnerships with NGOs and schools for tutoring and application support. Fostered relationships with local suppliers for community food drives. Managed various roles, including mentoring and coordinating community events. Oversaw the content calendar for social media and drafted posts for internal communication.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Bachelor of Social Science, Majoring in Organisational Psychology and Industrial SociologyUniversity of Cape Town · 2017 — 2020
- Bachelor of Laws (Focusing on Corporate Governance, Labour Law, and Contractual Compliance to enhance executive level administrative support)University of South Africa
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