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SAFMA Annual Conference and Exhibition
8 - 9 May 2013, Gallagher Estate, Midrand
Join the nations Facilities Managers at the South African Facilities Management Association's annual conference where they will explore how strategic facilities management can enhance the bottom line of any business through the alignment of workplace and business planning.
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Essential Skills for PAs, Secretaries and Admin Assistants 2013
29 - 31 May 2013, Braamfontein, Johannesburg
21st Century PAs and Executive Secretaries have come a long way since the old days of shorthand and answering calls, they now hold complex and challenging roles in all kinds of organizations. The wide ranging responsibilities and tasks of today's PAs and Executive Secretaries require new management and technology skills, including project management, IT, communications, research, customer service, public relations, scheduling, and more. Arenaria Training Projects is pleased to present a unique event that offers an opportunity for regional PAs and Executive Secretaries to update their knowledge and enhance their skills through power-packed presentations and interactive panel discussions.
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Office SA 2013
9 - 11 June 2013, Sun City
Join the learning explosion as we celebrate 15 years as South Africa's premier conference for Office Professionals. This year's Office SA conference will put the "spark" back into your career and will re-ignite your passion and drive to succeed. This year's panel of expert speakers will offer a carefully balanced programme of motivation, work/life balance, technology, communication and career management. You'll pick up skills, inspiration, insights, expertise, and solutions to refresh your career, renew your sense of confidence and exceed all expectations back at the office. Find out more | Booking form

Executive PA Seminar
12 June 2013, Rosebank, Johannesburg
The challenging role of an Executive PA continues to diversify and take on additional tasks. This year's Executive PA Seminar will assist you to gain an understanding of what today’s top executive look for in an assistant and how to excel in your role and reach your full career potential. This event is a must for 2013 especially if fast tracking your professional development is your goal this year!
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"It Works for Me" - Annual OPSA Conference
4 - 5 September 2013, Misty Hills, Gauteng
Spring is the season of transformation and as we head into this wonderful time of year, OPSA is offering you an opportunity to clean out the cobwebs in your toolbox of skills and learn from the best how you can boost your performance and productivity. Come and listen to this year's finalists in the 2013 OPSA/Rexel SA National Office Professional of the Year Competition as they share practical insights into how they have ascended to the top of the administrative profession. Their unique insights on what works for them will motivate you to lift your performance from sufficient to SUPERB. Not only that, you will be able to vote for your favourite and help decide who gets to walk away with the title. Other highlights on this packed programme include a panel discussion with past winners of the prestigious "Office Professional of the Year" title where you can ask for input on issues and challenges facing you right now. We also have a selection of work-focused master classes, facilitated by industry-experts, which are brimming with tips and techniques you can immediately implement when you return to the office to boost your performance. You will leave feeling re-energised and inspired to achieve your best at work. It's also a great opportunity to network and exchanging experiences with PAs, secretaries and administrators from some of South Africa's leading companies.
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