Maternity Cover: Office Administrator & Admin Support

Howland Recruiting; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 167,000 - 223,000; Full time

Job summary

Howland Recruiting is assisting a client in the V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, to hire an experienced Office Administrator for a maternity-cover contract. The ideal candidate will have strong admin experience and be immediately available.

Responsibilities include managing records, handling correspondence, preparing schedules, coordinating office supplies and supporting invoicing at month-end. Proficiency in English and Afrikaans, plus organisational skills, are essential.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or Matric is required.
• 2–5 years admin experience.
• Proficient in MS Office and Pastel.
• Knowledge of imports/exports is an advantage.
• Knowledge of foreign exchange is an advantage.
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans.
• Able to communicate with all levels of staff and Directors.
• Bookkeeping knowledge is advantageous.
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure.
• Third language (Afrikaans) advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage records.
• Handle correspondence.
• Prepare schedules.
• Coordinate office supplies.
• Ensure smooth office operations.
• Assist with invoicing at month-end.

Skills

MS Office

Pastel

English

Afrikaans

Communication

Multitasking

Pressure handling

Imports/Exports

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Tools

Pastel

Job description

Howland Recruiting is assisting a client in the V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, to hire an experienced Office Administrator for a maternity-cover contract. The ideal candidate will have strong admin experience and be immediately available.

Responsibilities include managing records, handling correspondence, preparing schedules, coordinating office supplies and supporting invoicing at month-end. Proficiency in English and Afrikaans, plus organisational skills, are essential.