Job description
A client in the chemical supply sector is seeking a half-day, on-site Office & Personal Assistant on a 3 month fixed-term contract in Somerset West. Supporting operational excellence and executive workflow, this position manages daily office operations while delivering direct administrative support to the director.
The successful candidate will maintain organised administrative systems, facilitate communication, and handle diverse operational requirements in a professional setting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Organise and manage daily office administrative operations.
- Draft, proofread, and manage email communications.
- Field incoming telephone calls and make outgoing calls on behalf of the director.
- Maintain physical and digital filing systems alongside general office administration.
- Assist with inventory stocktake processes.
- Perform local errands as required.
- Provide adhoc administrative and personal support to the director.
Requirements
- Demonstrate initiative with the ability to work self-sufficiently without direct supervision.
- Strong multi-tasking skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adhere to schedules.
- Tech-savvy with up-to-date knowledge of current technology and social media platforms.
- Fast and accurate typing capabilities.
- Ability to learn and adapt quickly to in-house computer systems.
- Awareness of cyber security practices and careful handling of sensitive information.
- High level of discretion, reliability, and self-management.
- Valid driver's licence and own transport to perform errands occasionally.
Benefits
- This is a half-day, on-site position in Somerset West, Cape Town.
- This is a 3 month fixed-term contract, with the potential of converting to a permanent position based on performance.
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