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• IMA South Africa National Training Day | Influential Leadership (CPT)

  • Start
    31 Jul 2026
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    08:00
  • End
    1 Aug 2026
  •  
    12:00
  • Location
    Century City Conference Centre, Cape Town

  
  

  
  

  IMA South Africa invites you to our 2026 National Training Day. This year’s theme: Influential Leadership: Leading from the Second Seat recognises the unique and strategic support position Assistants hold within organisations. You may not always be in the spotlight, but your influence and insight shape outcomes at the highest levels. This is your opportunity to strengthen your impact, sharpen your leadership capability and connect with peers who understand the demands of your role.

  
  

  What to Expect

  This high-impact, in-person Training Day will provide you with:

  • Practical 2^nd seat leadership tools for influencing from a support role
  • A fresh perspective on how to reframe and align your support role as a leadership-enabling function
  • Insight into navigating executive partnerships effectively
  • The know-how to apply the 5 core capabilities of 2^nd seat leadership:  anticipation, judgement, communication, alignment and executive discipline.
  • Greater skill and confidence to apply first-class communication intelligence strategies
  • Advanced level strategic communication (‘first voice’) skills to adapt, influence and align messaging strategically.
  • The ability to listen deeply, connecting dots and shaping conversations at work
  • The capability to influence the direction of communication: upwards, downwards and lateral.
  • Meaningful networking opportunities with like-minded professionals
  • Engage and interact with peers from different companies and industries who also serve from the 2^nd seat.

  
  

  Meet Our Facilitators

  Jo Thomson is a leadership strategist and executive coach with over 35 years of experience working with boards and executive teams across Africa, Europe and India. He specialises in aligning leadership teams, translating strategy into action, and building high-performing, accountable cultures. Guided by his belief that Insight Inspires Action, Jo helps leaders turn clarity into measurable, sustainable results.

  
  

  Nontabiso Mthembu is an experienced consultant and change facilitator with over 21 years of corporate and consultancy experience across Africa. She focuses on leadership development, organisational culture and driving meaningful behavioural change. She is widely recognised for advancing female leadership and strengthening resilience, confidence and growth within organisations.

  
  

  Training Day Fees

  • IMA Members: R3,500
  • Non-Members: R4,500
  • Post-Training Day Cocktail Networking (optional): R400

  
  

  Programme

  Friday, 31 July 2026

  National Training Day

  Time: 08:00 – 17:00
  Venue: Century City Conference Centre (CCCC), Cape Town
  Format: Fully in-person (no virtual option available)
  Dress Code: Professional office wear

  
  

  Post-Training Day Cocktail Networking

  Following the formal programme, join us at Urban Umami Restaurant (Urban Square Hotel, Century City) for a relaxed cocktail networking session - the perfect opportunity to deepen connections and reflect on the day’s learning.

  Saturday, 1 August 2026
  

  Networking Morning Gathering

  07:30 - Meet at Gusto Urban Italian Restaurant, Century City
  08:00 - Relaxed networking walk/run

  Cost for ParkRun participation is free

  
  

  Prefer not to walk? Simply join the group at 09:00 at Gusto Urban Italian Restaurant. Hotel guests can enjoy breakfast as part of their stay, while non-residents are welcome to join and cover the cost of their meal.

  
  Register HERE

  
  

  Registration Period: 5 March - 3 July 2026
  Open to both IMA members and non-members.

  
  

  Exclusive Non-Member Training Day Offer: As a non-member delegate you will enjoy the benefit of having your 2026 IMA South Africa membership fee included in your registration, extending your access to professional development, networking and resources beyond the Training Day.
  

  
  

  Accommodation

  Special accommodation rates are available for Training Day participants on 30 and 31 July 2026.

  
  

  R2 400 per single superior room at Century City Hotel Urban Square, inclusive of VAT, breakfast and WIFI
  

  
  

  Availability is limited, and we encourage early booking to secure your reservation.

  
  

  Bookings: 

  Century City Hotel Urban Square

  Anschen le Roux
  

  Email: reservations@cchotels.co.za
  Tel: +27 21 204 8000

  Booking code: IMA2026
  

  
  

  Payment Terms for the Training Day

  • All invoices must be paid in full by Friday, 10 July 2026.
  • Registration is confirmed only upon receipt of payment.
  • Admission to the Training Day is limited to fully paid delegates.
  • Registration fee excludes accommodation, flights and travel-related costs.
  • Payment must be made via EFT into the official IMA South Africa bank account as reflected on the invoice.
  • International payments are subject to a R50 transaction fee.

  
  

  Cancellation Policy for the Training Day

  • Cancellations must be submitted in writing to the Event Coordinator.
  • Full refunds (less a R150 admin fee) will be granted for cancellations received on or before 3 July 2026.
  • Cancellations after 3 July 2026 are non-refundable.
  • Substitutes may attend in place of the registered delegate at no additional cost.
  • No-shows on the day will not receive a refund.

  
  

  Important Information

  • Please bring your digital registration confirmation.
  • Complimentary parking and is available at the venue.
  • Sessions will not be recorded.
  • IMA South Africa NPC cannot be held responsible for personal injury or loss of property.

  
  

  Download a letter of support and programme from our homepage.

  
  

  IMA South Africa NPC is a registered Non-Profit Organisation (2017/585475/08)

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• IMA South Africa | Annual General Meeting 2026

  • When
    4 Aug 2026
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    11:00 - 13:00
  • Location
    Online (MS Teams)

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  We’re looking forward to bringing our members together for this year’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) - a dedicated space to connect, reflect and shape the future of IMA South Africa NPC.

  
  

  The meeting will be hosted online. A formal invitation, including the agenda, supporting documents and online meeting link, will be shared with all registered members ahead of the meeting.

  
  

  This is a members-only meeting.

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• IMA South Africa Learning Lab | Stepping Up in Coordination and Support Functions

  • When
    2 Oct 2026
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    08:00 - 16:30
  • Location
    Century City Conference Centre - Cape Town

  
  

  (registration link below)

  Stepping Up in Coordination and Support Functions

  
  

  Enhancing collaboration, communication and workflow across teams

  
  

  The way we work continues to evolve. With hybrid environments, fast-paced schedules and increasing complexity, Management Assistants are expected to do more than provide administrative support. The ability to coordinate across teams, manage workflows, and ensure effective communication has become essential.

  
  

  This one-day, in-person Learning Lab focuses on stepping up your role through stronger coordination and support functions. It is designed to help you move beyond traditional administrative tasks and play a more proactive role in enabling team effectiveness, improving processes, and supporting successful outcomes.

  
  

  WHAT YOU WILL GAIN

  By attending this Learning Lab, you will:

  • Strengthen your ability to coordinate tasks, people and processes effectively
  • Improve communication across teams and stakeholders
  • Develop a more proactive and solution-oriented approach
  • Enhance your ability to manage priorities, follow-ups, and workflows
  • Build confidence in supporting team delivery without formal authority
  • Increase your overall impact and effectiveness in your role

  
  

  EVENT DETAILS

  Date: Fri. 2 October 2026
  Time: 08:30 – 16:30
  Venue: Century City Conference Centre, Cape Town
  Facilitator: Sonja de Wet, Wellcore Training
  

  
  

  WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • Conference refreshments (arrival and tea times), lunch and parking
  • Training workbook
  • e-Certificate of Attendance
  • Networking with fellow Management Assistants
  • Approx. 6 hours of training

  
  

  COURSE FEE

  R2,900 (IMA members)
  R3,300 (non-members)
  

  
  

  Registration link to follow.

  
  

  Registration closes on 18 September 2026.

  Places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

  Attendance is confirmed upon receipt of payment.

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