Head of Administrative Operations & Strategy

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration package

Career progression

Medical and retirement plans

Professional development

Stable environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking a Senior Administrative Officer to lead and sharpen our administrative functions. You will oversee office operations, implement strategies, and ensure smooth delivery of support services across the site.

Ideal candidates have strong leadership, proven experience in administrative management, and a passion for process improvement. You will mentor teams, manage budgets, and partner with senior management to drive organizational effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a Senior Administrative Officer or similar management role.
• Demonstrated experience in leading and developing administrative teams.
• Strong strategic planning and execution capabilities.
• Proficiency in office management software and MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the administrative team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Develop, implement, and monitor administrative policies and procedures.
• Manage office budgets, resource allocation, and vendor contracts.
• Oversee facilities management, ensuring a safe and functional work environment.
• Coordinate inter-departmental administrative activities.
• Provide strategic advice on administrative matters to senior management.

Skills

Leadership experience

Administrative management

Budget management

Strategic planning

MS Office proficiency

Vendor management

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking a Senior Administrative Officer to lead and sharpen our administrative functions. You will oversee office operations, implement strategies, and ensure smooth delivery of support services across the site.

Ideal candidates have strong leadership, proven experience in administrative management, and a passion for process improvement. You will mentor teams, manage budgets, and partner with senior management to drive organizational effectiveness.