Group Assistant: Aerospace Systems Jobs

Group Assistant: Aerospace Systems

Organization: Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)

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Position Overview

We’re seeking an organized Group Assistant to support leadership in our Defence and Security cluster’s Aerospace Systems team. This Pretoria-based role combines administrative expertise with technical awareness in a research-driven environment.

Key Details

• • Employment Type: Full Time
• • Required Qualification: National Certificate (NQF6) or equivalent
• • Experience: Minimum 3 years as Executive Assistant/Secretary
• • Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
• • Department: Administrative Support

Core Responsibilities

• • Manage complex calendars and priority systems for two managers
• • Coordinate meetings, workshops, and strategic sessions
• • Maintain physical/digital filing systems and documentation flows
• • Handle confidential correspondence and sensitive information
• • Facilitate travel arrangements and expense reconciliations
• • Support procurement processes and office management tasks

Required Qualifications & Skills

• • Office administration diploma with secretarial training
• • Advanced MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, Teams)
• • Experience with document management systems (SharePoint preferred)
• • Excellent written/verbal communication abilities
• • Strong organizational and time management skills

Personal Attributes

• • High ethical standards and discretion with sensitive data
• • Proactive problem-solving approach
• • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• • Customer-service orientation with attention to detail

Application Deadline: 08 September 2025

Application Process

Qualified candidates should submit applications through the official CSIR recruitment portal. Only formal channel applications will be considered.

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