Junior Administrative Assistant - espAfrika

Independent Media

Cape Town

On-site

ZAR 134,000 - 201,000

Full time

7 hours ago
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Job summary

espAfrika has an exciting opportunity for a proactive and highly organised Junior Administrative Assistant to support its operations within a dynamic events environment. This role is key to ensuring the efficient coordination of administrative and event-related activities, requiring strong multitasking ability and attention to detail.

Closing Date: 18 October 2026. Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Events Management or related field is required, with 1–2 years’ experience in an

Qualifications

  • Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Events Management, Project Management, Business Administration or a related field (required)
  • 1–2 years’ experience in an administrative or coordination role

Responsibilities

  • Administrative support: Managing day-to-day administrative tasks, including scheduling, coordination and general office administration.
  • Event coordination: Assisting with the planning and execution of events.
  • Stakeholder liaison: Acting as a point of contact between internal teams and external stakeholders.
  • Documentation: Preparing reports, presentations and maintaining accurate records and documentation.
  • Operational support: Assisting with project-related and operational requirements as needed.

Skills

Organisational skills
Time management
Communication skills
Multitasking
Prioritisation
Microsoft Office
Attention to detail

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Events Management / Project Management / Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office
Excel
Outlook

Job description

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Location: Cape Town

Education level: Degree

Job level: Junior

Reference: #ESPJunAdmin

Company: espAfrika

Junior Administrative Assistant - espAfrika

Location: Cape Town

Education level: Degree

Job level: Junior

Reference: #ESPJunAdmin

Company: espAfrika

Job description
EspAfrika – Cape Town International Jazz Festival (CTIJF)

EspAfrika has an exciting opportunity for a proactive and highly organised Junior Administrative Assistant to support its operations within a dynamic events environment. This role is key to ensuring the efficient coordination of administrative and event-related activities, requiring strong multitasking ability and attention to detail.

Responsibilities
  • Administrative support: Managing day-to-day administrative tasks, including scheduling, coordination and general office administration.
  • Event coordination: Assisting with the planning and execution of events.
  • Stakeholder liaison: Acting as a point of contact between internal teams and external stakeholders.
  • Documentation: Preparing reports, presentations and maintaining accurate records and documentation.
  • Operational support: Assisting with project-related and operational requirements as needed.

espAfrika is committed to its Employment Equity and Aff…

Closing Date: 18 October 2026

Qualifications
Educational
  • Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Events Management, Project Management, Business Administration or a related field (required)
Experience
  • 1–2 years’ experience in an administrative or coordination role
Skills and competencies
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to multitask and prioritise effectively
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Strong attention to detail
Advantageous
  • Experience working in events, entertainment or live production environments
  • Experience supporting event coordination or project-based work is beneficial
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