Anti-Trafficking Assistant & Office Manager

Love Justice International; Umhlali; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Love Justice International in Umhlali, South Africa, is seeking an Anti-Trafficking Project Coordinator & Office Manager. This full-time role blends project coordination for the anti-trafficking program with daily office management, reporting to the Senior Director of Anti-Trafficking and Chief of Staff.

You will manage travel, meetings, onboarding, budgets, vendor relations, and field operations, while supporting team care and organizational mission in a dynamic, faith-driven context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of project coordination, administration, operations, or office management.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to run local errands.
• Commitment to faith alignment and mission-driven work.

Responsibilities

• Executive support and travel management for multi-country field travel and expenses.
• Coordinate AT meetings, agendas, minutes, and training workshops.
• Onboard new staff and manage recruitment logistics.
• Track grant deadlines, deliverables, and assemble reports.
• Oversee office logistics, budgets, petty cash, and vendor relations.
• Provide occasional logistical support for staff and visiting guests.
• Maintain partner and stakeholder contact database and comms channels.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Service Orientation

Prioritization Across Managers

Communication Abilities

Independent Work Ethic

Technical Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Project management tools

Basic financial administration

Job description

Please apply on our website: www.lovejusticecareers.comAnti-Trafficking Assistant & Office ManagerAbout Us: Love Justice International (LJI) is a Christian nonprofit driven by a singular calling: to help the Church share the love of Christ by bringing justice for the least of these. This calling leads us to our mission: Driving the downfall of slavery by disrupting human trafficking in transit.We are looking for faithful, compassionate, and mission-driven problem-solvers—people who think deeply about how to fight injustice and share Christ’s love in a broken world. This isn’t just a job; it’s a calling. If you’re searching for an easy, comfortable career, there are plenty of other options. But if you’re drawn to work that demands sacrifice, boldness, and faith, we invite you to apply and explore how you can be part of this mission.Love Justice International has been recognized as a Best Christian Workplace for five consecutive years (2021–2025), most recently achieving the “Flourishing” category—the highest level of organizational health. Learn more about who we are, what sets us apart, and our open positions at lovejustice.ngo/careers.What We Offer: Opportunities to truly change lives are exceptionally rare—but at LJI, that is exactly the kind of impact you can have. Although we’re a nonprofit, we operate as an “Impact Engineering” organization, focused solely on maximizing real-world outcomes. By combining scientific and business principles with field-led, locally informed insights, we intercept potential trafficking victims for under $150 each, creating a ripple effect that prevents several more individuals from enslavement. This remarkable efficiency underscores the profound, far-reaching impact your work can have on countless lives.Joining LJI means stepping into an opportunity to deeply impact lives by combating injustice and expressing the transformative love of Christ. At LJI, you'll be part of a connected, purpose-driven team committed to impactful, kingdom-class excellence.We offer competitive and thoughtful benefits packages tailored to the specific role and location of our staff. Benefit offerings are designed to support wellness, work-life balance, and overall staff care. Details of specific benefits will vary based on location, local standards, and applicable regulations.Position Type: Full Time; Salaried; Umhlali, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.Program and Position Overview:This is a combined role serving both the anti-trafficking program and the Umhali office that supports it. Roughly 70% of the position provides project coordination and administrative support to the anti-trafficking team, and roughly 30% provides day-to-day management of the office itself. We are looking for one capable, versatile person who can move comfortably between substantive project work and the practical work that keeps an office running well.The Anti-Trafficking Project Coordinator & Office Manager will report to the Senior Director of Anti-Trafficking for the project coordination portion of the role, and to the Chief of Staff for the office management portion. The position will be based at our Program HQ in Umhlali, South Africa.Key Responsibilities:The responsibilities of this position fall into four areas, with approximate time allocations noted.Executive Support (±40%) — reporting to the Senior Director of Anti-TraffickingManage travel (multi-country field travel, visas, per diems) and expensesCoordinate the AT meeting cycle (invites, agendas, minutes, ClickUp tasks)Coordinate workshops, training and gatherings (logistics, materials, budget, travel)Coordinate AT staff recruitment/onboarding logisticsCoordinate and track grant deadlines and deliverables; and assemble reportsPrepare field trip packs and the post-trip action listHandle inbound marketing/fundraising requestsCoordinate new-country setup to completion for each new pilotPrepare pre-read briefs before external callsMaintain the partner and stakeholder contact database, flywheelAdminister AT comms channels (group membership, removals etc.)Proofread and format for consistency across AT documentsTeam care and culture admin (birthdays, recognition, retreats)Attend and support AT prayer meetings and prayer ministryProject Coordination (±30%)Track and coordinate AT projects/labs to completionCoordinate new-country setup to completion for each new pilotDeliver assigned special projects (research, surveys, audits etc.), including written findings.Conduct in-country operations reviewsOffice & Operations Management (±30%) — reporting to the Chief of StaffManage the day-to-day running of the office, keeping common areas tidy, stocked, and functional.Run local errands, including supplies, post, and collections.Coordinate office logistics for meetings and visitors, including hosting and set-up.Manage small office budgets, petty cash, receipts, and reconciliation.Manage relationships with vendors, service providers, and the building or landlord.Provide occasional logistical assistance for staff and visiting guests, including travel and accommodation arrangements.Christian Culture: The work at Love Justice International (including the duties listed above) is conducted within a culture that strives to emulate Christ and make Him first and central. As part of our team, we seek staff who embrace the following expressions of what it means to Abide in Christ, our first Global Value:Our primary identity is in ChristWe believe God is sovereign over injusticeWe are made, called, and led By ChristWe commit to connect with JesusPrayer should be central to our workOur conduct is our testimonyWe believe that our mission is not only about what we do but also how we do it—through faith, prayer, and obedience to Christ.Qualifications:Mission & Faith AlignmentMature Christian faith and agreement with our Global Value to “Abide in Christ”Knowledge, understanding, and agreement with how the Christian Gospel ministers to “the least of these” (Matthew 25:40) and guides us in our missionAgreement with our Core Value “Be the Kingdom\" (in mission execution and personal conduct)Acknowledgment of our Statement of FaithPassion for justice and advocacy on behalf of vulnerable populations.Education & ExperienceEducation: Minimum of a bachelor's degree in a related fieldExperience: 2+ years of experience in project coordination, administration, operations, or office managementA valid driver’s license and the ability to run local errands (required)Competencies & SkillsOrganizational Skills – Able to manage multiple projects and competing details accurately and on timeService Orientation – Willing to do practical, hands-on work; no task is beneath this rolePrioritization Across Managers – Able to hold demands from two managers and flag conflicts early rather than letting work slipCommunication Abilities – Strong written and verbal skills for reports, presentations, and correspondence with a global teamIndependent Work Ethic – Takes direction well and works with minimal supervisionTechnical Proficiency – Competent with Google Workspace, project management tools, and basic financial administration.Application Process: We will continue to invite applications for this position until a new Anti-Trafficking Project Coordinator & Office Manager has been hired. Candidates will submit a letter of interest and CV when they submit their application here. Nominations, inquiries, and questions concerning this search may be directed to [e-mail]. Visit the LJI careers page, https://www.lovejustice.ngo/careers, to learn more about our mission, explore FAQs, and see how you can be part of our work.Please allow us 1-2 weeks to process your application. Thank you for your interest!