Administrative Team Lead

Placements24; Stellenbosch; In loco; ZAR 420.000 - 600.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical aid

Pension fund

Generous leave allowances

Professional development opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks an experienced Administrative Team Lead to oversee and guide administrative support staff across departments. The role drives efficiency, policy development, and timely service delivery, supporting academic and operational functions.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, excellent organizational skills, and hands-on MS Office and data-system experience, with preference for education-sector exposure. A stabilizing, professional work environment awaits.

Competenze

• Significant experience in an administrative role with leadership or supervisory experience.
• Proven ability to manage and motivate a team effectively.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with database management systems.
• Ability to develop and implement administrative processes and improvements.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience in an educational or academic setting is highly preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Discretion in handling confidential information.

Mansioni

• Lead, train, and mentor a team of administrative assistants and support staff.
• Develop and implement administrative policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and service quality.
• Manage the daily operations of the administrative department, ensuring timely and accurate completion of tasks.
• Oversee the allocation of administrative resources and workloads among team members.
• Serve as a point of contact for complex administrative issues and elevate as necessary.
• Collaborate with department heads to understand and meet their administrative support needs.
• Monitor team performance and provide regular feedback and performance reviews.
• Ensure efficient management of office supplies, equipment, and facilities.
• Contribute to recruitment and onboarding processes for new administrative staff.
• Maintain high standards of professionalism and service delivery in all administrative functions.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

MS Office

Database management

Multitasking

Formazione

Experience in educational or academic setting

Strumenti

Microsoft Office Suite

Database management systems

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a leading educational institution in Stellenbosch, Western Cape , is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Administrative Team Lead to oversee and guide their administrative support staff. This leadership position requires a candidate with exceptional organizational capabilities, strong interpersonal skills, and a proven ability to manage and develop a team. The role is crucial for ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of administrative services across various departments, supporting academic and operational functions. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact in a renowned institution, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. You will be instrumental in setting standards and driving excellence in administrative support.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and mentor a team of administrative assistants and support staff.
• Develop and implement administrative policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and service quality.
• Manage the daily operations of the administrative department, ensuring timely and accurate completion of tasks.
• Oversee the allocation of administrative resources and workloads among team members.
• Serve as a point of contact for complex administrative issues and elevate as necessary.
• Collaborate with department heads to understand and meet their administrative support needs.
• Monitor team performance and provide regular feedback and performance reviews.
• Ensure efficient management of office supplies, equipment, and facilities.
• Contribute to recruitment and onboarding processes for new administrative staff.
• Maintain high standards of professionalism and service delivery in all administrative functions.

Requirements

• Significant experience in an administrative role, with demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.
• Proven ability to manage and motivate a team effectively.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with database management systems.
• Ability to develop and implement administrative processes and improvements.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience in an educational or academic setting is highly preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Discretion in handling confidential information.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits including medical aid, a pension fund, and generous leave allowances. Opportunities for professional development and further education are provided. Join a prestigious institution in the heart of Stellenbosch, Western Cape , and play a key role in its ongoing success. This position offers a stable and rewarding career path.