Durban: Junior Assistant (Entry Level – Training Provided)

Jobomas; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 102,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobomas in Durban seeks a Junior Assistant as a trainee for management support in a logistics and admin context. This entry-level position includes 2–4 weeks of intensive hands-on training in Durban, with accommodation provided, before transitioning to remote work with the company.

The role requires eagerness to learn, reliability, and basic MS Office skills; a willingness to commit long-term is preferred, with starting salary discussed at R 10 000 gross monthly.

Qualifications

• Recent matriculant or graduate seeking entry-level role.
• Willingness to attend 2–4 weeks intensive training in Durban with accommodation provided.
• Comfortable working remotely after training; self-disciplined and reliable.
• Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel & Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to the Managing Director and senior staff.
• Accompany management to meetings with clients, service providers and international visitors.
• Act as a polished brand ambassador during client visits.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Time management

Communication

Willingness to learn

Education

Matric or Graduate

Job description

Durban: Junior Assistant (Trainee Management, Entry Level position – Training provided)

Job Purpose: Entry-level career foundational role for a recent matriculant / graduate / first career professional, to be trained as Junior Management Assistant for a logistics company. This is strictly an entry level position. Mid-level or experienced admin applicants will not be considered.

Minimum Requirements:

• Eager, willing and committed to learn business (full training provided)
• Willing and able to attend 2-4 weeks intensive hands‑on training in Durban (accommodation provided), before transitioning to the company’s remote working structure
• Self‑disciplined and reliable, with good time management skills in order to work remotely (company will provide necessary support and equipment)
• Self‑motivated and able to work responsibly without constant supervision
• Computer literate in MS Word, Excel & Outlook
• Valid driver’s license advantageous
• Willing to commit to long-term employment and build a meaningful long‑term career with the company
• To start as soon as possible

Duties:

• Provide assistance to the Managing Director of a global logistics & supply chain company, while providing admin and front‑facing support to other senior staff members
• Accompany management to meetings with existing and prospective clients, service providers and international visitors
• Act as a polished brand ambassador during client visits

Salary: R 10 000 gross starting salary (Not negotiable)