ST MARY’S SCHOOL
Ikusasa Lethu is a Saturday school outreach programme run by St Mary’s School, providing academic support to learners in Grades 8–12 from five high schools in Alexandra and the surrounding communities.
The programme aims to improve academic performance and equip learners with the knowledge and skills needed to access tertiary education.
We invite applications for the following Ikusasa Lethu post:
IKUSASA LETHU PROGRAMME ADMINISTRATOR
This position will commence on 16 January 2027
The Ikusasa Lethu Programme is seeking a highly organised, proactive and detail-oriented administrator to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to the programme.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- The effective co-ordination of daily office administration, maintaining accurate learner records and databases
- Capturing and consolidating programme information, assisting with report preparation and supporting planning
- Co-ordination of programme activities and events
- Providing assistance and support to the head of Ikusasa Lethu and the staff
Requirements and skills
- A relevant administrative qualification or equivalent experience
- Experience in office administration, preferably within an educational or community-based environment
- Strong computer literacy skills, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Report-writing skills
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to engage professionally with learners, parents, staff and external stakeholders
The position requires flexibility to work on certain Saturdays, as the programme runs its activities and events over weekends. Time worked on Saturdays will be compensated by an equivalent day off during the week, in consultation with the head of the programme.
St Mary’s offers a competitive remuneration package and excellent working conditions. Interested candidates should submit their curriculum vitae together with the names of two referees, of which one should be of the latest employer before Friday 14 November.
Applications should be emailed to Glynnis.Plummer@stmary.co.za
We reserve the right not to fill this post.
An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview.
Only applicants with relevant qualifications may be considered for the short list.
St Mary’s School, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the protection of personal information of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information which may be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.
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