Office Assistant (Cleaner) - Tzaneen Office

WHO IS HIVSA?

HIVSA is a not-for-profit company established in 2002 and is a strategic partner of the Provincial Departments of Health and Social Development. We innovatively transform and empower individuals, community workers and organisations by developing their capacities to effectively respond to the socio-economic and health challenges that burden communities.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Reporting to the Project Manager, the Office Assistant will be responsible to perform tasks and activities associated with the cleaning of offices, meeting rooms, bathroom and kitchen as well as assist with the day-to-day requirements of the office or as indicated. The main objective is to clean all areas thoroughly with the aim of enhancing the standards of cleanliness. The Office Assistant can be required to work alone is expected to cover the entire office.

This is a part-time position that reports once a week.

Minimum Requirements:

Education:  Matric or Grade 12.

Experience/ Attributes:

• Two - three years relevant cleaning experience in a business environment.
• Being able to handle cleaning chemicals safely.
• Must be able to multitask and stick to their schedules while also responding to incidents as they occur throughout the day.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills
• Be proactive.
• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• The ability to follow health and safety standards.
• Time management.

Key Performance Areas:

• Cleaning of offices and premises according to the established schedule.
• Supply and set up refreshments to all staff and visitors and assist with other events / functions.
• Assist with all catering needs for meetings and trainings.
• Refuse removal.
• To assist the Office Administrator with tasks as and when needed.
• To keep proper control of all groceries and cleaning material.

HOW TO APPLY

• Candidates that meet the requirements and are interested in the position should send motivation letter and CV with three contactable referees to:

The HR Manager, HIVSA, e-mail: hr@hivsa.com.

• Closing date for applications: 19 July 2024. Whilst all applications will be carefully considered, only short-listed applicants will be interviewed. If you do not hear from us within 21 days of the closing date, this will mean that your application has been unsuccessful.)
• Compliance: Kindly provide current and relevant references for background checks.

All appointments are subject to the preferred candidates obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking, and competency assessment.

EE: We embrace employment equity and are committed to the achievement of fair and equal representation of our workforce. Preference will be given to applicants residing in the Limpopo Province, Tzaneen and candidates from previously disadvantaged backgrounds.