Job Description

An Admin Clerk will be responsible to perform a wide variety of office support and clerical duties and activities of a general nature in support and aligned to a specific work area.Technical Work Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of clerical and office support duties of a general nature for an assigned office.
• Implement the company, operation and services and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.
• Correctly interpret and apply general administrative and company policies and procedures.
• Effectively utilise various software applications. Implement and apply new information and skills.
• Type or enter data at a speed necessary for successful job performance.
• Establish and maintain a variety of files and records.
• Prepare routine correspondence and memoranda.
• Accurately count, record, and balance assigned transactions.
• Perform routine mathematical calculations.
• Respond tactfully, clearly, concisely, and appropriately to inquiries from other company staff, the public, and outside agencies.
• Work under steady pressure with frequent interruptions and a high degree of contact by phone or in person.
• Liaise with line function managers within the program as well as with other executive managers.
• Plan and organize work to meet changing priorities and deadlines.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education

• Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 qualification.

Advantageous

• One year certificate from College or Technical School or Office Administration Certificate
• Business Administration Certificate

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years relevant administration experience
• 6 months experience of general office hygiene services and maintenance in a corporate environment

Requirements

• SA Citizen or valid work permit to work in South Africa
• Basic computer skills
• Knowledge of basic office etiquette
• Advanced cleaning skills
• Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, E-mail
• Drivers license
• Willing to work overtime

Please note:These appointments are subject to the preferred candidates obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment. We embrace employment equity and are committed to achievement of fair and equal representation of our workforce. Preference will be given to internal applicants and candidates from previously disadvantaged backgrounds.The Aurum Institute welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.Whilst all applications will be carefully considered, only short-listed applicants will be interviewed. If you do not hear from us within 21 days of the closing date, this will mean that your application has been unsuccessful. All interviewed applicants will receive feedback as part of our continued drive towards people development.Closing date: 25 September 2024

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