Office Manager

Norfund will relocate its Southern Africa Regional office to Johannesburg in early 2026. Related to the relocation, we are seeking a dedicated Office Manager to join our new Johannesburg office, supporting our transition and helping establish a strong administrative foundation.

The Office Manager is responsible for overseeing the administrative, financial, and operational functions of Norfund’s Southern Africa Regional Office. This role ensures effective office management, financial control, and support for HR functions, contributing to a safe, efficient, and compliant working environment. The Office Manager plays a key role in facilitating communication and alignment with Norfund’s organisational standards and objectives. The position reports to the Regional Director, Southern Africa.

Key areas of responsibility

• Day-to-day office administration, including reception, correspondence, manage archives, contact lists and office guidelines
• General support to investment teams, including travel and visa support
• Monthly handling of basic accounting in the ERP-system, reporting to head office in Oslo and ensuring financial control in alignment with Norfund’s standards
• Managing office budgets, payments and oversee banking relationships
• Arrange meetings, coordinate events and trainings
• Handle procurement, vendor and facility management, and office supplies / IT-equipment
• Human resources support; payroll and benefits administration (outsourced), onboarding, employee queries, and compliance with HR policies
• Oversee and maintain office health, safety, and regulatory compliance

Qualifications

Personal qualities

We offer

This position is based in Johannesburg on a South African local contract.

We know that diversity contributes to better results and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Please submit your CV, cover letter and academic certificates and transcripts before the application deadline 3 November 2025 .

The Norwegian Investment Fund for Developing Countries, Norfund, invests in the private sector in developing countries to create jobs, improve lives and support the transition to net zero. Owned by the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Norfund invests in renewable energy, financial inclusion, green infrastructure, scalable enterprises within agribusiness and manufacturing, and funds. Norfund also manages the Norwegian Climate Investment Fund and a Ukraine Fund.Norfund has offices in Oslo, Nairobi, Cape Town, Accra, San José, and Bangkok. Its portfolio comprises NOK 43,2 billion across 230 companies. The organization employs about 150 staff of 32 nationalities.

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