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Property Coordinator - High Commission, Pretoria

Date:  17 Aug 2025
Location: 

Pretoria, ZA

Description: 

Property Coordinator
New Zealand High Commission, Pretoria

August 2025

 

 

  • Are you passionate about all things Property?
  • Do you have skills and/or experience in a relevant industry?
  • Are you experienced in property and/or facilties management including a sound understanding of leasing, contract procurement and management, acquisitions, disposals and property legislation?
  • Do you have experience with using an Asset Information Management System (AIMS)?
  • Are you proactive and willing to learn?
  • Would you like to join a small and close-knit High Commission team of 11, delivering for New Zealand in South Africa and our countries of accreditation?

 

If this sounds like you….

 

  • The New Zealand High Commission is recruiting for a full-time Property Coordinator. 
  • The focus of this role is:
    • Coordinating and managing the repair and maintenance of Post owned properties and leased staff housing (in collaboration with building management as necessary).
    • Lead AIMS user responsible for management of our Fixed Asset register, property inventories, lease management and maintenance works.
    • Project and facilities management.
    • Propery related procurement.

 

Who are we looking for?

 

We are looking for someone who is openminded, curious, flexible and organised. You should be skilled at diving into detail one minute, and then switching to an operational task the next.

 

You will need to think independently, demonstrate initiative, engage proactively and offer informed opinions and solutions to problems. A positive outlook and a good sense of humour is essential!

 

We value team players who work collaboratively, and are happy to take on different tasks and responsibilities as needed.

 

What we offer

 

  • A welcoming and professional working environment and attractive terms and conditions.
  • Salary: market related appointment range: ZAR 358,828 – 422,150 dependent on skills, experience and qualifications.
  • Medical and social insurance coverage.
  • A happy, healthy and inclusive work environment.

 

The High Commission is based in Pretoria and accredited to Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Eswatini, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. The High Commission is part of the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (www.mfat.govt.nz).

 

How to apply

 

Please email enquiries@nzhc.co.za with the subject line Job Application: Property Coordinator and include the following:

  • A Cover Letter in English (maximum two pages) explaining why you are applying for the role.
  • A CV outlining relevant skills (including language/s) and experience.
  • Contact details of two referees (one must be a recent employer/manager; family members are not eligible).

 

The deadline for receipt of applications is 5.00 pm Friday 29 August 2025 (South African time).

 

  • Shortlisted applicants will likely be required to complete a short written assessment and participate in an interview.
  • Start date: as soon as possible.

 

Please note:

  • This is a permanent position, locally employed position, with terms and conditions being set in accordance with South African local employment law and regulations.
  • You must have the right to work in South Africa to be eligible to apply for this position. 
  • No offhore allowance, transfer allowance or provision of housing applies.

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