Personal Assistant

Personal Assistant

Closing Date : 07-10

The Wykeham Collegiate is a leading independent Girls' School in Pietermaritzburg, offering a progressive, holistic education based on Christian values.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Personal Assistant to Bursar.

We seek a dynamic and versatile Personal Assistant with experience in finance departments, project administration, and operations.

Key Responsibilities

Secretarial duties – support the Bursar with all administration tasks

Take minutes

Monitor lease agreements

Manage the Karri App process requisitions

Manage fixed assets

Oversee ancillary services (e.g., cleaning contracts)

Projects administration

Health and safety auditing

Insurance claims and register

Vehicle licensing and services

Experience & Qualifications

Qualification in Office Management, Information Management, or Business Administration

Basic accounting / financial certificate or higher

Minimum seven years PA experience, preferably in a school environment

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Experience managing confidential information and multitasking

Experience with Ed-Admin systems is advantageous

Attributes

Excellent administrative, reporting, and organizational skills

Ability to record minutes accurately

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Good communication skills (oral, written, listening)

Ability to work independently and in a team

Relationship management skills

Ability to set up and maintain admin systems and databases

Basic budgeting knowledge

Own transport is essential

Application Process

Applicants should send their cover letter and CV.

Failure to meet minimum requirements will disqualify applicants automatically.

Submission of an application does not guarantee an interview, and the school reserves the right not to fill the position.

The Wykeham Collegiate complies with POPIA to protect applicant information during the recruitment process.

By applying, you accept this disclaimer.

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