Port Elizabeth Apprentice Admin Assistant — Mentorship & Growth

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking Apprentice Administrative Assistants in Port Elizabeth to kick-start careers in office administration. You will gain hands-on experience, supporting multiple departments, managing daily office operations, and learning essential organizational skills in a professional setting.

The program emphasizes training, mentorship, and exposure to a range of business operations within a well-established service firm in the Eastern Cape.

Qualifications

• Completed secondary education (Matric); administrative qualifications are a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong organizational skills.
• Legally eligible to work in South Africa; reliable and punctual.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to various departments.
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and prepare correspondence.
• Handle incoming/outgoing mail and reception duties.
• Data entry and accurate filing (physical and digital).
• Prepare reports, presentations and other documents.
• Oversee office supplies and assist with procurement.
• Coordinate travel arrangements for staff.
• Maintain a tidy, professional office environment.
• Learn and use office software and equipment effectively.
• Assist with special projects as directed by management.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Professional demeanor

Education

Matric

Office administration qualification

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

Placements24 is seeking Apprentice Administrative Assistants in Port Elizabeth to kick-start careers in office administration. You will gain hands-on experience, supporting multiple departments, managing daily office operations, and learning essential organizational skills in a professional setting.

The program emphasizes training, mentorship, and exposure to a range of business operations within a well-established service firm in the Eastern Cape.