Program Assistant - Charity Sector

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-site role in Pretoria

Experience in charity sector

Impactful community programs

Career growth potential

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Program Assistant to support administrative and operational tasks for our client, a dedicated charity organization, in Pretoria. The role involves coordinating logistics, communicating with beneficiaries and partners, and assisting program managers to ensure projects run smoothly.

Ideal candidates are organized with 1–2 years in administrative or support roles, proficient in MS Office, and capable of working both independently and in a team.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in an administrative or support role, preferably in the non-profit sector.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently on assigned tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to program staff, including scheduling meetings, managing correspondence, and maintaining records.
• Assist in the planning and execution of program activities, events, and workshops.
• Communicate with beneficiaries, service providers, and other stakeholders to gather information and provide support.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and other program-related documents as required.
• Manage program supplies and ensure the smooth operation of program logistics.

Skills

Administrative support

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dedicated charity organization, is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Program Assistant to support the efficient delivery of their vital services. This on-site role in Pretoria will provide crucial administrative and operational support to program managers, ensuring that projects run smoothly and objectives are met. You will be involved in a variety of tasks, from coordinating logistics to communicating with beneficiaries and partners. This opportunity is ideal for an organized individual looking to gain valuable experience in the non-profit sector and contribute to meaningful work within the Gauteng community.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to program staff, including scheduling meetings, managing correspondence, and maintaining records.
• Assist in the planning and execution of program activities, events, and workshops.
• Communicate with beneficiaries, service providers, and other stakeholders to gather information and provide support.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and other program-related documents as required.
• Manage program supplies and ensure the smooth operation of program logistics.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in an administrative or support role, preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently on assigned tasks.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Opportunity to work full-time in a fixed on-site role in Pretoria .
• Gain extensive experience in the charity sector.
• Contribute directly to impactful community programs.
• Supportive team environment and potential for career growth.