Hybrid School Admin & Operations Lead

Placements24

Mbombela (Nelspruit)

Hybrid

ZAR 180,000 - 320,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary commensurate with経験
Hybrid work schedule providingflexible
Access to school facilities and资源
Opportunities for professional develop
Supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive School Administrator for a well-established independent school in Nelspruit. The role combines on-site operational management with flexible administrative tasks to support student records, admissions, staff, and facilities.

You will be the first point of contact for visitors and parents, requiring professional demeanor and excellent interpersonal skills. The position offers a hybrid schedule and opportunities for professional development within Mpumalanga.

Qualifications

  • Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in administrative or operational roles, preferably within an educational setting.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and student information systems.
  • Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and manage student enrollment, registration, and record-keeping processes.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for parents, students, and visitors, providing information and support.
  • Coordinate school events, meetings, and logistics, ensuring efficient execution.
  • Manage school communications, including correspondence, newsletters, and website updates.
  • Support the management team with administrative tasks, scheduling, and report preparation.
  • Oversee procurement of office supplies and manage vendor relationships.

Skills

Organizational skills
Communication skills
Discretion/confidentiality
Interpersonal skills
MS Office proficiency
Student information systems

Education

Diploma in Business Administration
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite
Student Information Systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a proactive School Administrator for a well-established independent school in Nelspruit. The role combines on-site operational management with flexible administrative tasks to support student records, admissions, staff, and facilities.

You will be the first point of contact for visitors and parents, requiring professional demeanor and excellent interpersonal skills. The position offers a hybrid schedule and opportunities for professional development within Mpumalanga.

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