Program Assistant (Charity)

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 83,000 - 131,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Experience in charity sector

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a part-time Program Assistant to support charitable initiatives in Rustenburg. The role blends in-office collaboration with remote flexibility to help program staff and participants, ensuring smooth daily operations and effective community engagement.

Ideal candidates bring strong organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a passion for community development within a nonprofit setting.

Qualifications

• Previous administrative or program support experience, preferably in a non-profit setting.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and virtual meeting platforms.
• A passion for supporting community development and the goals of charitable organizations.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support, including scheduling meetings, managing correspondence, and maintaining program files.
• Assist in the coordination of program activities, workshops, and events, both online and in-person.
• Communicate with program participants to provide information, answer inquiries, and gather feedback.
• Support program staff with data entry, report preparation, and research as needed.
• Manage program resources and supplies, ensuring availability and proper distribution.

Skills

Administrative support

Program coordination

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Virtual meeting platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dynamic Program Assistant to support their charitable initiatives in Rustenburg . This part-time role is ideal for an individual keen to gain experience in the non-profit sector, assisting with the day-to-day operations of various community programs. You will play a vital role in ensuring programs run smoothly by providing administrative and logistical support, coordinating with participants, and assisting program staff. This hybrid position offers a mix of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility, allowing you to contribute effectively to our client's mission while maintaining a good work-life balance within the North West province.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support, including scheduling meetings, managing correspondence, and maintaining program files.
• Assist in the coordination of program activities, workshops, and events, both online and in-person.
• Communicate with program participants to provide information, answer inquiries, and gather feedback.
• Support program staff with data entry, report preparation, and research as needed.
• Manage program resources and supplies, ensuring availability and proper distribution.

Requirements

• Previous administrative or program support experience, preferably in a non-profit setting.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and virtual meeting platforms.
• A passion for supporting community development and the goals of charitable organizations .

Benefits

• Hourly wage reflective of experience and skills.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement in Rustenburg .
• Valuable experience in the charity sector and program management.
• Opportunities for skill development and professional growth.
• Supportive team environment focused on positive community impact.