Senior Office Administrator

Placements24; Komani; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package reflective ofExperience

Health insurance and retirement plan

Growth and leadership development

Key role in Queenstown operations

Positive work culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Office Administrator to oversee the administrative function of the local office. You will manage daily operations, supervise support staff and implement efficient processes to keep the office organized and productive.

Reporting to senior management, you will handle budgeting, procurement, facilities coordination, and vendor relations, while driving continuous improvement and a positive, collaborative work culture.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Office Administration or Management, with supervisory duties.
• Proven ability to manage office operations effectively.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and office management software.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with budgeting and vendor negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct all office administrative activities and personnel.
• Develop and enforce office policies and procedures to ensure optimal efficiency.
• Oversee procurement of office supplies, equipment, and services.
• Coordinate facilities management, ensuring a safe and functional work environment.
• Act as a key liaison with external vendors and service providers.
• Support senior management with reporting and special projects.

Skills

Office administration

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Budgeting

Vendor negotiations

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Office management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and reliable Senior Office Administrator to oversee and optimize the administrative functions of their Queenstown office. This role requires a leader who can manage daily operations, supervise support staff, and implement efficient administrative strategies. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the workplace is organized, productive, and runs seamlessly, providing essential support to senior management and contributing to the overall operational efficiency of the company. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to take charge of administrative excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and direct all office administrative activities and personnel.
• Develop and enforce office policies and procedures to ensure optimal efficiency.
• Oversee procurement of office supplies, equipment, and services.
• Coordinate facilities management, ensuring a safe and functional work environment.
• Act as a key liaison with external vendors and service providers.
• Support senior management with reporting and special projects.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in an Office Administration or Management role, preferably with supervisory responsibilities.
• Proven ability to manage office operations effectively.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and office management software.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with budgeting and vendor negotiations.

Benefits

• Significant salary package reflective of experience.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plan.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• A key role in the operational success of the company in Queenstown.
• Positive and supportive work culture.