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Established in 1879, St Mary’s Diocesan School for Girls is an independent, all-girls Anglican School situated in Hillcrest, Pretoria. The school prides itself in achieving a balance between the spiritual, moral, academic, cultural and physical development of its students and enjoys an excellent reputation, nationally and internationally. We provide a caring, unique and dynamic educational environment for day scholars from Grade 00 to Grade 12 and boarders from Grade 5 to Grade 12.
St Mary’s Diocesan School for Girls in Pretoria is inviting applications for the following position available from January 2027:
Arts Department Administrator
The successful candidate will provide comprehensive administrative support to the Arts Department and assist in ensuring the efficient operation of all Arts programmes and activities.
Responsibilities include:
- Coordinating student registrations, examinations, eisteddfods and arts programmes.
- Managing departmental communications, contracts and records.
- Assisting with the planning and administration of concerts, productions, festivals and excursions.
- Coordinating venues, logistics, resources and departmental assets.
- Liaising with parents, staff, service providers and external organisations.
- Supporting the Director of Arts and contributing to the smooth running of departmental activities.
Qualifications and Experience:
- A relevant administrative qualification will be advantageous.
- Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a similar administrative role, preferably within an educational environment.
- Proven experience in administration and event coordination.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Experience with Ed-Admin or similar school management systems will be advantageous.
- The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Exceptional organisational and administrative skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to work collaboratively within a dynamic team.
- A proactive, solution-focused approach.
- Creativity, enthusiasm and a genuine appreciation for the Arts.
- The ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
- Professionalism, discretion and confidentiality.
- Willingness to support, promote and work within the Anglican ethos of the school.
Please clearly mark the position you are applying for and forward your CV to recruitment@stmarys.pta.school.za
No application will be considered after the closing date. St Mary’s Diocesan School for Girls reserves the right not to fill the advertised positions. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If you had not heard from us in 2 weeks, your application would have been unsuccessful. An application does not guarantee an interview. St Mary’s Diocesan School for Girls is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.
St Mary’s Diocesan School for Girls, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.
CLOSING DATE: 13 September 2026.
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