Administrative Clerk - Soweto Branch

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Stable, full-time employment in Gauteg

Training and career progression

Community-focused team

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking an organized Administrative Clerk to join our team. The role focuses on supporting daily operations, maintaining records, handling correspondence, and assisting colleagues. Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of experience, strong MS Office skills, and reliable, punctual work habits. This full-time, office-based position offers growth within a community-focused organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative or clerical role is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.
• A matriculation certificate is required; further training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain organized filing systems, both physical and digital.
• Process incoming and outgoing correspondence and direct calls.
• Enter data and update records in various systems.
• Prepare basic documents, memos, and reports.
• Monitor office supplies and inventory levels.
• Provide general administrative support to staff and management.
• Coordinate meeting schedules and office logistics.
• Ensure adherence to office procedures and company policies.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Handle inquiries from clients or stakeholders professionally.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Reliability and punctuality

Willingness to learn

Education

Matriculation certificate

Administrative training (advantage)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an organized and reliable Administrative Clerk to join their team in Soweto, Gauteng. This is a full-time, office-based position focused on providing essential administrative support to ensure the smooth running of daily operations. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, possess good communication skills, and be capable of managing a variety of administrative tasks efficiently. We are looking for someone proactive, with a strong work ethic, who is eager to contribute to a positive and productive work environment. This role is perfect for an individual looking to build their career in administration within a community-focused organization. You will be instrumental in maintaining records, handling correspondence, and supporting the team in Soweto.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with managing and maintaining organized filing systems, both physical and digital.
• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including sorting mail and directing calls.
• Support with data entry and updating records in various systems.
• Prepare basic documents, memos, and reports as directed.
• Assist in maintaining office supplies and inventory levels.
• Provide general administrative support to team members and management.
• Help coordinate meeting schedules and office logistics.
• Ensure adherence to office procedures and company policies.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Handle inquiries from clients or stakeholders with professionalism.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in an administrative or clerical role.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and manage assigned tasks effectively.
• A willingness to learn and develop administrative skills.
• Must be reliable and punctual for an office-based role in Soweto.
• Must be legally authorized to work in South Africa.
• A matriculation certificate is required; further administrative training is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary appropriate for the role.
• Opportunity to gain valuable administrative experience in a supportive setting.
• Stable, full-time employment within the Gauteng region.
• Potential for training and future career progression within the company.
• Be part of a team dedicated to serving the local community.