Job Advertisement
Reference: PRET/OA/31/01/2025
Office Assistant
Internal & External Re-Advertisement
Pretoria Local Office
Legal Aid South Africa, a National Public Entity, plays a crucial role in upholding the country’s constitutional democracy by providing high-quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable individuals. Operating in all nine provinces, Legal Aid SA has been recognized as a Top Employer SA for 16 consecutive years. We offer a dynamic Employee Value Proposition with opportunities for career development, growth, and an engaging work environment.
Applications are invited for the Office Assistant position, which is available on a permanent basis at the Pretoria Local Office.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain a clean and organized office environment while providing general office support as needed.
- Assist Legal Practitioners and office staff with messenger and administrative duties.
- Ensure timely and accurate delivery of reports and documents.
- Maintain and update the incoming/outgoing fax register in accordance with set procedures.
- Process incoming mail as per Legal Aid SA’s administrative guidelines.
- Accurately file and organize all documentation.
- Operate the switchboard professionally, ensuring proper telephone etiquette.
- Collect and dispatch mail on a daily basis.
- Transport Legal Aid SA staff to courts, Provincial, or National Offices in line with the organization’s transport policies.
Required Competencies (Skills, Knowledge, and Attributes)
- National Senior Certificate (Matric).
- A valid driver’s license.
Remuneration
- Basic Salary: Level 4 (R179,598.00 per annum) plus benefits.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit a detailed CV demonstrating practical experience related to the key responsibilities and required competencies. Applications must be submitted by 18 February 2025, quoting PRET/OA/31/01/2025 in the subject line to GPRecruit@legal-aid.co.za or via the online application portal at www.legal-aid.co.za.
For enquiries, contact:
Mandisa Kubayi | Tel: 012 304 0576
Employment Equity Statement
Legal Aid SA is committed to achieving employment equity and promoting diversity (race, gender, and disability) in accordance with its Employment Equity Plan. Appointments will be made with consideration to achieving numerical targets as outlined in the plan.
Legal Aid SA reserves the right to withdraw or not fill the position if it is deemed in the best interest of the organization.
If you have not been contacted within two (2) months of your application, please consider it unsuccessful.
