Administrative & Logistics Support Officer – CEO Office

About the role

The South African National Biodiversity Institute is looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to provide effective administrative and logistics support to senior managers and divisions within the Office of the Chief Executive Officer.

Key responsibilities

• Provide effective administrative support to divisions and senior managers within the Office of the CEO.
• Maintain statutory record management and retrieval systems.
• Handle procurement and compliance support, including supply‑chain processes.
• Organise diaries, travel arrangements and logistics for officials and board members.
• Prepare, quality‑check and circulate manual board packs in a timely manner.
• Manage incoming correspondence and communications with internal and external stakeholders.
• Deliver any other administrative services required by the CEO’s office.

Required profile

• National Diploma (NQF 6) in Office Management/Public Administration with 4 years experience, or Degree (NQF 7) with 2 years experience; postgraduate qualification is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent business writing skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of office administration principles, corporate governance and relevant legislation.
• Experience in financial administration, supply‑chain management and policy implementation.
• Advanced planning, organising and problem‑solving abilities; able to work under pressure.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, high confidentiality and stakeholder management skills.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
• Strong computer literacy and internet navigation.

What we offer

• Basic annual salary of R338 106.00.