Junior Administrative Assistant
This is the employer's own posting, not a copy on a job board.
What we know
Is it still open?
Confirmed still open
Last checked 2d ago — checked against the employer's own applicant tracking system, which is the company answering directly.
We re-read the employer's own applicant tracking system and the posting was still there. That is the company answering directly.
How old is it?
Posted 9d ago
The date the source published, not the day we noticed it (2026-10-02). Last seen at its source 1h ago.
We have tracked this listing since 2 Oct 2026 (8 days). The employer's own board has carried it every time we have read it, most recently 1 hour ago.
Is it remote?
Marked remote on the employer's board
Their board carries a remote setting on this posting — a field they filled in, not wording we read. The location field names somewhere specific, which is usually where the team or the entity sits.
Who may apply?
South Africa
The description agrees: it names South Africa.
What the ad says
…Location: Remote – South Africa Working…
Skills named in the ad
Recognised terms only, from a fixed vocabulary — this is what CV matching compares against.
Carried by 1 source
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Workable employer's own board first seen 8d ago · last seen 1h ago
The listing
Junior Administrative Assistant
Location: Remote – South Africa
Working Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST
Salary: R 10,000–15,000
About the Role
We’re looking for a Junior Administrative Assistant to provide day-to-day administrative and coordination support to the facility and clinical team.
This is a varied role where you’ll assist with administration, scheduling, communication, record keeping, project follow-ups, and general team support.
This opportunity would suit someone who is organised, reliable, proactive, comfortable with technology, and eager to learn. You’ll have the opportunity to take on more responsibility and grow within the role over time.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with a variety of administrative tasks across the facility.
- Help monitor ongoing projects and follow up on outstanding tasks and deadlines.
- Ensure scheduled communications are sent accurately and on time.
- Communicate with client families regarding updates, reminders, and follow-ups.
- Support the case management team with record keeping, scheduling, documentation, and coordination.
- Keep files, trackers, shared documents, and records organised and up to date.
- Assist with scheduling meetings, appointments, and other activities.
- Take ownership of smaller administrative projects and see them through to completion.
- Provide general administrative support to the wider team.
- Handle sensitive client information with professionalism and discretion.
Requirements
Requirements
- Previous experience in administration, customer service, coordination, healthcare administration, or a similar role is beneficial.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Comfortable communicating with clients, families, and colleagues.
- Basic computer and administrative skills, including email, scheduling, data entry, and document management.
- Comfortable using Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
- Able to learn new systems and processes quickly.
- Reliable, proactive, and willing to assist where needed.
- Able to handle confidential information appropriately.
Software & Tools
Required:
- Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
- Email and calendar platforms
- Shared documents and online trackers
You don't need experience with every system. Being comfortable with technology and willing to learn is more important.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is:
- Professional and well-spoken.
- Highly organised and detail-oriented.
- Comfortable communicating with families and colleagues.
- A quick learner who can pick up new systems and tasks.
- Reliable and proactive.
- Comfortable managing multiple tasks and priorities.
- Someone who doesn't mind jumping in and helping wherever needed.
- Keen to learn and develop their skills.
- Interested in growing into a larger role over time.
- Trustworthy and able to handle sensitive information with discretion.
What This Role Offers
- Fully remote position.
- Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST.
- No weekend work.
- 14 days PTO.
- Opportunity to learn, develop, and grow within a new position.