Job Description

Our client in the educational industry is seeking an organized Office Manager to join their team.The Office Manager will oversee and coordinate the offices administrative and operational functions.Responsibilities:

• Oversee administrative and operational functions to ensure efficient office operations.
• Supervise and train cleaning staff and provide IT support in collaboration with the IT department.
• Plan and schedule appointments, develop standard operating procedures, and escalate operational needs.
• Coordinate and direct office services, including maintenance contractors, departmental finances, budget preparation, personnel issues, and housekeeping.
• Maintain communal areas, greet visitors, and provide front desk duties.
• Manage switchboard, answer phone calls, direct calls to appropriate parties or take messages.
• Ensure visitors and external stakeholders are professionally greeted and assisted promptly and courteously.
• Manage office equipment and facilities, oversee maintenance, and plan office design.
• Handle insurance claims, liaise with the landlord, and lead the Health and Safety committee.
• Source suppliers, negotiate terms, and manage purchasing and inventory of supplies.
• Implement cost-saving measures and ensure timely delivery of supplies.
• Maintain accurate records and optimise resources.
• Provide financial guidance to staff and minimise waste.
• Develop and organise social staff events and the annual Year End function.
• Address staff welfare issues in collaboration with the line manager.
• Provide orientation to new staff, monitor performance, and implement best practices.
• Prepare responses to routine inquiries, sort and distribute incoming correspondence, and arrange courier services.
• Prepare invoices, reports, memos, letters, financial statements, and other documents using word processing, spreadsheet, database, CRM, or presentation software.
• File and retrieve corporate documents, records, and reports.
• Read and analyse incoming memos, submissions, and reports to determine their significance and plan their distribution.
• Provide clerical support to other departments, attend meetings, record minutes, and prepare agendas.
• Compile, transcribe, and distribute minutes of meetings.
• Manage and maintain executives' schedules and make travel arrangements when necessary.
• Interpret and oversee administrative policies and procedures for the office.
• Supervise and train cleaning staff and arrange for employee training.
• Review and improve operating practices and procedures.
• Ensure all lights, appliances, and office equipment are working and maintained.
• Manage generator fuel levels, service air conditioners, and arrange cleaning of carpets, and windows.
• Arrange for repairs and ensure gardens and buildings are well-maintained.
• Ensure all OHS requirements are met.
• Ensure all external doors are secure at night.
• Manage incoming and outgoing deliveries, ensuring timely and accurate distribution.
• Arrange and oversee courier services for office needs.

Qualification and Competencies:

• Matric certificate or a Diploma in Business Administration, Business Management or a similar field.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Own transport and a valid driver's license.
• Being well-organised.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Ability to work under pressure.

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