THE OPPORTUNITY
The PEP Foundation is seeking a Programme Administrator to ensure smooth day-to-day operations across our programmes, supporting both the Programme Manager and Head of Foundation. This is an opportunity to make your mark as a member of a foundation with big plans to support education in South Africa. We await your strong administration skills that will become the backbone of the team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Maintain staff records (contracts, resignations, new hires).
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Prepare payroll reports
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Administer weekly and monthly payments.
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Coordinate programme calendars, training schedules, and school visits.
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Prepare monthly reports from programme dashboards – and ensure that all dashboards are up to date monthly.
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Ensure timely delivery of materials to schools and project sites.
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Support programme culture by assisting with communication and coordination.
JOB INCUMBENT REQUIREMENTS
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Relevant qualification in administration, finance, or project support preferred.
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Strong administrator with excellent organisational and detail-management skills.
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Proficiency in managing data systems and advanced Excel/Google Sheets skills.
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Task-oriented, reliable, and able to handle multiple priorities.
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Enjoys working with people and contributing to a values-driven team.
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Cause driven and determined to serve the best interests of both beneficiaries and donors.
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Ideally, someone who has experience of working with public schools and who is familiar with the sector.
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Competencies: Accuracy, Dutifulness, Planning, Structuring, Cooperation, Creating support, Integrity, Service oriented
