Administrative Officer - CapeNature

The Learning and Awareness component aims to support and implement education, capacity building and awareness programmes that promote positive environmental behaviour change. The component seeks to appoint an Administrative Officer that will assist with the administration and coordination of Learning & Awareness programmes.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Effect the administration of the learning and awareness component (transportation, accommodation, procurement, assets – resources, photographs etc.)
• Maintain effective communication with relevant internal and external stakeholders (act as a point of contact and manage the component's generic email account.)
• Planned, coordinate and assist with facilitating events in and for the entity (biodiversity calendar days, campaigns etc.)
• Act as administrator and a point of contact for the CapeNature Cubs Club.
• Assist the component with all aspects related to the procurement process from start to end.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree or Diploma in Administration, Communications, Education or Nature Conservation.
• Ability to write and communicate in English and at least one of the other two of the Western Cape official languages (Afrikaans or isiXhosa.)
• Ability to work both alone and as part of a team.
• Computer literacy with a solid knowledge of Word, Excel, Power Point and platforms such as MsTeams
• Possession of a valid South African ID document and driver's license, including recent driving experience.
• Strong administrative, organising and coordination skills.
• At least 1 year’s experience in the field of administration, education or stakeholder engagement.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

• Accountancy or Maths at a matric level
• Experience with procurement
• Administrative skills
• A passion for nature and conservation