HR Administrative Assistant – Fixed-Term

About the role

The Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls is seeking a dedicated HR Administrative Assistant on a fixed‑term basis. You will provide essential administrative support to the HR department, ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations in a residential school environment.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain employee files, compliance records, and HR documentation.
• Support leave administration, payroll inputs, and benefits administration.
• Assist with recruitment processes, including interview scheduling, candidate communication, and preparation of recruitment packs.
• Coordinate onboarding, induction logistics, and training attendance records.
• Provide general departmental support for wellness initiatives and staff engagement activities.

Required profile

• Grade 12 and a Diploma (NQF 6) in Human Resource Management or an equivalent qualification.
• At least 2 years of experience in HR administration.
• Preferably a degree in Human Resources and prior experience in a school setting.
• Commitment to equity and affirmative‑action principles as outlined in the Academy’s Employment Equity Plan.

Required skills

• Proficiency with SAGE 300 People or a comparable HR information system.
• Experience using an e‑recruitment platform.