Junior Personal Assistant & Social Media Coordinator

University of Fort Hare; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Fort Hare invites applications for an Office Administrator / Junior Personal Assistant based in Stikland. The role supports the Managing Director, coordinates calendars, correspondence, and daily operations, and requires strong social media presence to market the company.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in a similar role, is fully bilingual (Afrikaans and English), and demonstrates discretion, initiative, and excellent communication skills, with own vehicle essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a similar office/secretarial role.
• Fully bilingual Afrikaans (1st) and English with strong writing.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• High level of discretion and professional integrity.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Managing Director’s calendar, scheduling, and prioritisation.
• Filter and manage incoming correspondence and operational matters.
• Assist with day-to-day administrative tasks and reporting.
• Coordinate internal follow-ups to ensure accountability.
• Implement and maintain social media presence for marketing.

Skills

Bilingual Afrikaans/English

Organisational skills

Time management

Discretion and professional integrity

Written and verbal communication

Social media management

Independent working

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

University of Fort Hare invites applications for an Office Administrator / Junior Personal Assistant based in Stikland. The role supports the Managing Director, coordinates calendars, correspondence, and daily operations, and requires strong social media presence to market the company.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in a similar role, is fully bilingual (Afrikaans and English), and demonstrates discretion, initiative, and excellent communication skills, with own vehicle essential.