Training Assistant

Human Accent; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established client in the pharmaceutical industry is seeking a Training Assistant in Johannesburg. The role involves providing administrative support for training sessions, managing documentation for compliance, and coordinating logistics. Candidates should be graduates with strong organisational skills and proficiency in MS Office. This position offers an opportunity to engage with various departments and support the onboarding of new team members.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required.
• Graduate qualification is essential.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and digital learning tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in scheduling and organising training sessions and workshops.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance and feedback.
• Coordinate logistics with trainers and participants.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Time management

Excellent communication

Interpersonal abilities

Attention to detail

Education

Graduate

Tools

MS Office Suite

Digital learning tools

Job description

Our well-established client in the pharmaceutical industry has a vacancy available for a Training Assistant in Parktown.

Main Purpose of Job

To provide administrative and coordination support to the department, including documentation, record maintenance and process compliance.

Key Performance Areas (Core, essential responsibilities –outputs of the position)

Training Coordination

Assist in scheduling, organising, and setting up training sessions and workshops (virtual and in-person).

Maintain training calendars and reminders.

Content Management

• Support the collation and updating of training materials
• Ensure alignment with Medical Affairs-approved content.
  
  

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate records of attendance, feedback, and assessments.
• Ensure all training documentation is compliant with SOPs, audit-ready, and meets regulatory standards.
  
  

Stakeholder Support

• Coordinate logistics between trainers, speakers, and participants.
• Assist with onboarding programs for new medical team members.
  
  

Reporting & Evaluation

• Compile post-training feedback surveys and summaries.
• Support analysis of training effectiveness and participation metrics.
  
  

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Liaise with Sales, Marketing, Regulatory, QA departments on training needs and integration.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION

• Graduate
  
  

EXPERIENCE.

Skills/Physical Competencies

No prior experience required

• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and digital learning tools.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive/confidential information.
  
  

General working conditions (e.g. shift work, driver’s license, specific tools, special clothing, environmental requirements, etc.)

• Office-based environment, with regular travel to training locations and company offices.
• Flexibility to work outside of regular office hours, as needed, to accommodate training
  
  

schedules.

• Own driver’s license and transport.
  
  

Please attach cv, qualification, id and driver's license