Administrative Assistant – Organized Support & Onboarding

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Annual bonus

Training

Professional growth

Friendly team

Office-based role in Richards Bay

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support daily operations and ensure efficient office workflows. You will manage correspondence, coordinate meetings, prepare reports, and assist with onboarding, while maintaining accurate records and a tidy workspace.

The ideal candidate is highly organized with strong communication skills, proficient in Microsoft Office, and able to multitask in a busy team environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Administrative Assistant or similar role.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good problem-solving abilities.
• Professional demeanor and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the team, including managing correspondence, emails, and phone calls.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
• Maintain and update office records, databases, and filing systems.
• Prepare documents, reports, and presentations as required.
• Manage office supplies and ensure a well-organized and tidy workspace.
• Assist with the onboarding process for new employees.
• Handle general inquiries from staff and external visitors.
• Support the coordination of internal and external events.
• Ensure the smooth operation of office equipment and systems.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, maintaining confidentiality at all times.

Skills

MS Office

Organizational skills

Communication

Time management

Multitasking

Team player

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Professional demeanor

Education

Diploma in Administration

Office management certification

Tools

Office management software

Job description

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support daily operations and ensure efficient office workflows. You will manage correspondence, coordinate meetings, prepare reports, and assist with onboarding, while maintaining accurate records and a tidy workspace.

The ideal candidate is highly organized with strong communication skills, proficient in Microsoft Office, and able to multitask in a busy team environment.