Junior Administrative Officer

Placements24; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Professional development opportunities

Paid annual leave

Retirement fund contribution

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Junior Administrative Officer for our client in Klerksdorp, North West. This entry-level role provides essential support to multiple departments and offers hands-on experience in a professional office.

You will handle document filing, correspondence, scheduling, data entry, and basic reporting while learning business processes. A strong eye for detail and good communication will help you grow within a supportive, collaborative team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; administrative training is a plus.
• Prior administrative or office support experience preferred but not required.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent organizational and detail orientation.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Based in or able to commute to Klerksdorp, North West.
• Positive and professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to management and staff.
• Manage correspondence, emails, and phone calls.
• Maintain filing systems, physical and digital.
• Assist in scheduling meetings and appointments.
• Perform data entry and maintain records.
• Order and manage office supplies.
• Prepare reports and presentations.
• Greet visitors and provide general information.
• Support implementation of administrative procedures.
• Undertake other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Multitasking

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma

Job description

About the Role: Our client, a reputable company situated in Klerksdorp, North West, is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Administrative Officer to join their dedicated team. This entry-level position is perfect for an individual eager to build a career in administration, providing essential support to various departments. The successful candidate will gain valuable experience in a professional setting within Klerksdorp, North West. This role demands strong organizational skills, a willingness to learn, and a proactive approach to tasks. You will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth operation of daily administrative functions and supporting the broader team's objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to management and staff.
• Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails and phone calls.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date filing systems, both physical and digital.
• Assist in scheduling meetings and appointments.
• Perform data entry and maintain accurate records.
• Order and manage office supplies.
• Help prepare reports and presentations.
• Greet visitors and provide general information.
• Support the implementation of administrative procedures.
• Undertake other administrative tasks as assigned by supervisors.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification; further administrative training is a plus.
• Some prior experience in an administrative or office support role is preferred, but not essential.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks and responsibilities.
• Must be based in or able to commute to Klerksdorp, North West.
• A positive and professional attitude.

Benefits

• Starting salary with potential for growth based on performance.
• Comprehensive on-the-job training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in Klerksdorp.
• Contribution towards a retirement fund.
• Paid annual leave.