About the Organisation
INSPIRE (Initiative for Social Performance in Renewable Energy) is dedicated to advancing social performance in South Africa's renewable energy sector. Established in 2021, INSPIRE focuses on capacity building, best practices, and fostering leadership for a just transition. The initiative collaborates with key partners to implement training, research, and community engagement, aiming to create a positive impact and drive excellence in the renewable energy industry across South Africa and globally.
About the Job
The part-time administrator at INSPIRE will play a crucial role in supporting the organization’s day to day management team with logistics and administration tasks. Your work will contribute to advancing social performance in South Africa's renewable energy sector and promoting best practices in the field. This post offers a valuable opportunity to put your attention to detail to work to contribute to a just energy transition in South Africa and beyond.
Please Note: this is a 6-month fixed-term contract, renewable subject to performance and funding.
Applicants residing in Cape Town, Johannesburg or the Eastern Cape are preferred.
Key Responsibilities
Be available on a part time but daily basis to undertake activities needed for effective management – 20 hours per week maximum.
Assist the MD with arrangements like travel bookings, accommodation, project follow-ups and cross referencing, follow-up and clarification information and communications.
Keep track of funder project reporting requirements (dates / content expectations).
Coordinate and book logistical requirements for projects, in co-ordination with finance administration and project team leaders.
Assist management with project event organization and hosting (including venue search, stakeholder engagements, RSVP’s etc.).
Undertake administration tasks for management and projects leads including uploading of expense slips, tracking time sheets, checking insurance requirements.
Attend online management meetings and capture meeting notes and distribution and follow ups.
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in the social sciences.
3 to 5 years of relevant senior administrative work experience.
NGO work experience is an advantage.
Experience working with international organisations is an advantage.
Required skills and behaviours
Excellent attention to detail to manage logistical issues, to solve issues and follow up on tasks to completion.
Very good computer application skills including the full MS Office suite and interest and ability to adopt work related software applications.
Very good written and verbal communication skills, compile clear and concise communications in English.
Attention to detail and the ability to self-organise and prioritise tasks effectively.
Good understanding of Not-for-Profit ethos.
Demonstrate an interest in renewable energy, social impact, and sustainable development.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Proficiency in some local South African languages is desirable.
Access to own office infrastructure (laptop).
To apply
To apply, email your application by Monday 29th July 2024 to oona@actionappointments.co.za
About the Organisation
INSPIRE (Initiative for Social Performance in Renewable Energy) is dedicated to advancing social performance in South Africa's renewable energy sector. Established in 2021, INSPIRE focuses on capacity building, best practices, and fostering leadership for a just transition. The initiative collaborates with key partners to implement training, research, and community engagement, aiming to create a positive impact and drive excellence in the renewable energy industry across South Africa and globally.
About the Job
The part-time administrator at INSPIRE will play a crucial role in supporting the organization’s day to day management team with logistics and administration tasks. Your work will contribute to advancing social performance in South Africa's renewable energy sector and promoting best practices in the field. This post offers a valuable opportunity to put your attention to detail to work to contribute to a just energy transition in South Africa and beyond.
Please Note: this is a 6-month fixed-term contract, renewable subject to performance and funding.
Applicants residing in Cape Town, Johannesburg or the Eastern Cape are preferred.
Key Responsibilities
Be available on a part time but daily basis to undertake activities needed for effective management – 20 hours per week maximum.
Assist the MD with arrangements like travel bookings, accommodation, project follow-ups and cross referencing, follow-up and clarification information and communications.
Keep track of funder project reporting requirements (dates / content expectations).
Coordinate and book logistical requirements for projects, in co-ordination with finance administration and project team leaders.
Assist management with project event organization and hosting (including venue search, stakeholder engagements, RSVP’s etc.).
Undertake administration tasks for management and projects leads including uploading of expense slips, tracking time sheets, checking insurance requirements.
Attend online management meetings and capture meeting notes and distribution and follow ups.
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in the social sciences.
3 to 5 years of relevant senior administrative work experience.
NGO work experience is an advantage.
Experience working with international organisations is an advantage.
Required skills and behaviours
Excellent attention to detail to manage logistical issues, to solve issues and follow up on tasks to completion.
Very good computer application skills including the full MS Office suite and interest and ability to adopt work related software applications.
Very good written and verbal communication skills, compile clear and concise communications in English.
Attention to detail and the ability to self-organise and prioritise tasks effectively.
Good understanding of Not-for-Profit ethos.
Demonstrate an interest in renewable energy, social impact, and sustainable development.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Proficiency in some local South African languages is desirable.
Access to own office infrastructure (laptop).
To apply
To apply, email your application by Monday 29th July 2024 to oona@actionappointments.co.za