Administrative Assistant – Hybrid Remote Work From Home

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Company: Progressive Technology

Location: South Africa

Employment Type: FULL_TIME, PART_TIME

Date Posted: 2025-08-16

Valid Through: 2026-08-16

Job Summary

Progressive Technology is seeking a highly organized and proactive Administrative Assistant to join our team in a hybrid remote capacity. This role is ideal for individuals who excel at multitasking, supporting daily operations, and ensuring the smooth running of administrative processes. The Administrative Assistant will provide critical support to management and staff, handle correspondence, maintain records, and coordinate office activities to improve efficiency across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide general administrative support to executives, managers, and team members.

  • Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate virtual/in-person appointments.

  • Prepare, edit, and proofread reports, presentations, and documents.

  • Organize and maintain digital and physical filing systems for quick retrieval of records.

  • Handle incoming calls, emails, and inquiries with professionalism.

  • Support data entry, reporting, and documentation tasks.

  • Assist with travel arrangements, expense tracking, and supply management.

  • Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures in day-to-day activities.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support ongoing projects and initiatives.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Office Management, or a related field (preferred).

  • Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.

  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other productivity tools.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.

  • High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.

Experience

  • 1–3 years of experience in an administrative or office support role.

  • Experience in a corporate, hybrid, or remote work environment is an advantage.

Working Hours

  • Full-time role with standard working hours (9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday).

  • Flexibility may be required to support urgent tasks and meetings across time zones.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive mindset.

  • Familiarity with remote collaboration tools such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or Slack.

  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

  • Exceptional organizational and multitasking capabilities.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

  • Flexible hybrid work model with both remote and office days.

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance packages.

  • Paid time off, sick leave, and company holidays.

  • Career development opportunities and training programs.

  • Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Why Join

At Progressive Technology, we believe in empowering our employees with the resources, flexibility, and opportunities they need to succeed. By joining us, you will be part of a forward-thinking company that values innovation, teamwork, and growth. If you are looking for a career that allows you to contribute meaningfully while enjoying work-life balance, this role is for you.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their updated resume and a brief cover letter highlighting relevant experience to our recruitment team via the official Progressive Technology careers portal. Early applications are encouraged as interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.

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