Team Administrator - NZ High Commission, Pretoria

Team Administrator/Development

New Zealand High Commission, Pretoria

August 2025

• Are you interested in working in a multicultural environment?
• Do you have skills and/or experience in a relevant industry e.g NGO, diplomatic mission, international organisation, aid agency?
• Are you proactive and willing to learn?
• Do you enjoy helping others?
• 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 Team Administator/Development.

The focus of this role is: 

• • High Commission general administrative support
  • Development programme administrative support including scholarships and High Commission Fund administrative support

You will also be required to provide backup driver support.

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 280,210 – 329,659 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: Team Administrator/Development 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 should be your current or 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 be required to participate in an interview, and may be asked to complete a written assessment. 
• 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.
• A valid driver’s licence is required.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• A detailed position description is available here.