Work-Force
A Administrative Clerk position is being filled in Paarl. Suitable candidates from across Western Cape are invited to submit their applications for review.
About This Position
This Administrative Clerk role has been briefed against a clear set of outcomes for Paarl. The successful candidate will work alongside an established team and will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the administration jobs pipeline across Western Cape.
The organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the Administrative Clerk taking on this position.
Notably, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Paarl also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
Why This Role
In addition, the hiring organisation may provide onboarding or skills development for this administration jobs role in Paarl; the available support will be confirmed in the final vacancy details for Western Cape.
In addition, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.
Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.
Where You’ll Work
Notably, the environment is professional and structured. Expect a calm, well-organised office, a steady flow of support requests, and a strong culture of confidentiality.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Paarl site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Notably, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Western Cape.
Core Functions
- Liaise with suppliers, contractors and service providers
- Provide administrative support to projects and special initiatives
- Process invoices, requisitions and expense claims for approval
- Support HR with onboarding logistics for new starters
- Update intranet pages, notice boards and internal directories
- Coordinate office supplies, courier bookings and facilities requests
- Track and report on departmental KPIs through standard templates
- Prepare meeting packs, agendas and minutes for internal forums
Essential Criteria
- Discretion when handling confidential and POPIA-sensitive information
- Contactable references may be requested during the hiring process
- Experience supporting senior managers is an advantage
- Relevant administrative or office management qualification (advantageous)
- Comfortable working with finance, HR and operational systems
Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.