Office Reception | Recruitment Assistant

Essential Health Pharmacy Group; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Essential Health Pharmacy Group in Brackenfell invites applications for an Office Reception & Recruitment Assistant. The role blends front-desk reception, admin tasks, and recruitment support, with duties including greeting visitors, handling calls, and coordinating interviews.

The ideal candidate is bilingual in Afrikaans and English, has at least two years in recruitment or office administration, and is organized, professional, and motivated to support staff across the head office in the

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or senior certificate is required.
• Bilingual in Afrikaans and English.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in recruitment or office administration.
• Desirable: Diploma or certificate in psychology, HR, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and manage front-desk activities with a professional approach.
• Screen CVs, shortlist candidates, and schedule interviews.
• Coordinate recruitment documentation and onboarding support.
• Assist with posting vacancies and maintain recruitment records.

Skills

Bilingual Afrikaans & English

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Organisational skills

Education

Grade 12 / Senior Certificate

Diploma or Certificate in Psychology/HR (Desirable)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Essential Health is expanding, and we are seeking an enthusiastic Office Reception & Recruitment Assistant to join our team. This dual role combines front-office reception duties, administrative support, and recruitment assistance. The position is based at our Head Office in Brackenfell, and the successful candidate should reside in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town.

Key Responsibilities:

Reception | Front Desk

• Welcome and assist visitors, clients, and candidates professionally
• Answer, screen, and redirect calls
• Maintain a tidy and organised reception area
• Manage deliveries
• Provide general support to staff and management

Administrative Support

• Maintain filing systems and office records
• Prepare documents and support general office operations

Recruitment Support

• Assist with posting job vacancies on appropriate platforms
• Screen CVs and shortlist candidates
• Schedule and coordinate interviews
• Conduct reference checks and follow up with applicants
• Maintain accurate recruitment records and reports
• Support onboarding of new hires

Requirements and Competencies:

• Grade 12 Senior Certificate (minimum)
• Fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English
• Minimum 2 years' experience in recruitment or office administration
• Desirable: Diploma or Certificate in Psychology, HR, or related field
• Strong organisational and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
• Professional, approachable, and self-motivated
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic office systems

If you do not receive a response within two (2) weeks of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.