Reception / Admin Assistant

• Yabonga Childrens Project

Reception / Admin Assistant

• Deadline:

30 April 2025

• Region:

Cape Town

• Salary:

TBC

• Type of employment:

Full time

We are now seeking a Reception/Admin Assistant to join our team in Plumstead, Cape Town. If you thrive in a dynamic work environment, love interacting with people, and have strong administrative and organisational skills, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

• Be part of a team dedicated to positive change
• Use your skills in an impactful and meaningful way
• Work in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same
• Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

This role is diverse and goes beyond just reception work—we’re looking for someone who can multitask, take initiative, and keep our office running efficiently.

• Be the friendly and professional face of Yabonga—managing calls, reporting any CCT requests, all emails, and visitors
• Oversee gate access, cameras, and ensure the entrance is never blocked
• Accept and process all donations, ensuring proper paperwork and record-keeping
• Provide administrative support to the Operations and Finance Manager and Managing Director
• Assist with any and all admin, reception, and ad-hoc office duties
• Order and manage office supplies, stationery, and programme inventory
• Support staff by scanning, copying, laminating, and binding documents
• Keep the front garden and office entrance neat and welcoming
• Help coordinate supplies and nutrition for camps
• Ensure donations-in-kind are properly recorded, and send thank-you letters
• Research funding opportunities and assist with networking and fundraising initiatives

• 2-5 years of experience in a similar role
• Fluent in IsiXhosa & English (written and spoken)
• Strong admin, organisation, and multitasking skills
• Microsoft Office proficient
• Friendly, professional, and able to work under pressure
• Punctual, reliable, and able to work both independently and in a team
• Creative and able to research potential funding and opportunities
• Some fundraising or networking experience is an advantage
• Must live in or around the Southern Suburbs

If this sounds like the perfect fit for you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today: Send your CV & motivational letter to jobs@yabonga.org with the subject "Reception/Admin Assistant"

• Date posted:

28 March 2025