Administrative & Operations Assistant — Path to Officer

Hashtag Nonprofit NPC; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Cape Town is seeking an Administrator/Operations Officer to provide comprehensive administrative support and to grow into an Operations Officer role. Candidates should possess strong organizational and communication skills, along with 3–5 years of relevant experience. A passion for social justice and the ability to maintain confidentiality is essential. The role includes welcoming visitors, managing office logistics, supporting HR, and ensuring compliant records. A valid driver’s licence is required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years administrative experience in a similar role.
• Strong written and spoken English; Zulu/Xhosa is an advantage.
• Must have a valid driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage office supplies, logistics, filing systems, and general operations.
• Provide high-quality administrative support across units.
• Assist with scheduling, meeting coordination, and minute-taking.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills (written and verbal)

Time-management skills

Tech-savvy

Attention to detail

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

A nonprofit organization in Cape Town is seeking an Administrator/Operations Officer to provide comprehensive administrative support and to grow into an Operations Officer role. Candidates should possess strong organizational and communication skills, along with 3–5 years of relevant experience. A passion for social justice and the ability to maintain confidentiality is essential. The role includes welcoming visitors, managing office logistics, supporting HR, and ensuring compliant records. A valid driver’s licence is required.