Administration Assistant
Function: Finance/Administration
Facility: Kirkwood Care Centre
Location: Kirkwood, Eastern Cape
Position: Administration Assistant
Closing Date: Thursday, 17 September 2026
Introduction
A vacancy exists for an Administration Assistant at Kirkwood Care Centre in Kirkwood, reporting to the Senior Admin Officer.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive administrative support to the Admin Officer and the MANCO team, while ensuring accurate, efficient and professional administration processes.
Critical Outputs
Assist the Admin Officer with ad-hoc administrative tasks.
Perform general administration duties, including filing and taking minutes.
Answer telephone calls and ensure proper handling of verbal and written messages.
Maintain an accurate and effective filing system.
Assist with the admission and discharge of patients.
Accurately capture patient statistics on IMEDS and/or other relevant systems.
Assist in reviewing and establishing adequate internal controls.
Continuously identify opportunities to improve working methods, standardisation and efficiency.
Manage and maintain archived records.
Requirements
Matric / Grade 12.
Office Administration studies will be an added advantage.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Knowledge of SAP and IMEDS.
At least 1 year of experience as an Administration Assistant in a healthcare facility will be an added advantage.
Competencies
The successful candidate should demonstrate:
Problem-solving, analysis and judgement skills.
Ability to engage and work effectively with diverse individuals.
Energy and drive.
Resilience.
Influencing skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellence orientation.
Ethical behaviour.
Attention to detail.
Ability to meet deadlines.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Relationship-building skills.
Organisational awareness.
Customer responsiveness.
Ability to work effectively under pressure.
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