PPECB – Graduate PWD Administrative Assistant

Graduates looking for practical exposure in office systems and operations support can consider this PWD Administrative Assistant placement in Robertson. The role is geared toward unemployed graduates who want experience in operations administration, system administration, and day-to-day business support in a structured workplace setting.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

This placement gives a graduate the chance to gain workplace exposure in operations administration. The main purpose of the role is to provide training and practical experience in administration and system administration while supporting operational processes in a structured office environment.

Note: The advert includes reasonable accommodation for disability, so this role is clearly intended to support a PWD candidate in the workplace. It also states that the successful applicant must be able to get to and from the office on their own.

What you’ll do / learn

You’ll build practical experience in administration, systems support, and day-to-day operational tasks while working in an office-based environment.

• Gain exposure and training in administration
• Gain experience in system administration
• Support operations administration processes
• Use office systems and computer tools in a business environment
• Take part in self-management and time-management activities
• Participate in feedback sessions as part of performance management

Eligibility requirements

Meet the minimum requirements below before applying.

• Qualification: Minimum 3-year post-school qualification in Operations Management or a related field
• Education level shown on advert: National Diploma or equivalent
• Experience: No experience is required because the role is aimed at unemployed graduates
• Knowledge: General administrative knowledge
• Computer skills: Computer literacy (MS Office and other systems)
• Language: Good English language proficiency, written and verbal
• Technical comfort: Tech savvy
• Behavioural competencies: Deciding and initiating action
• Behavioural competencies: Planning and organising
• Behavioural competencies: Adhering to principles and values
• Behavioural competencies: Delivering results and meeting customer expectations
• Behavioural competencies: Achieving personal work goals and objectives
• Behavioural competencies: Working with people
• Behavioural competencies: Writing and reporting
• Behavioural competencies: Adapting and responding to change
• Behavioural competencies: Coping with pressures and setbacks
• Desirable competencies: Learning and researching, relating and networking, persuading and influencing, presenting and communicating information
• Physical / other requirements: Reasonable accommodation for disability
• Physical / other requirements: Able to sit for long periods
• Transport: Must have own transport / be able to get to and from the office on own accord

Application checklist

Make sure your application is complete before submitting.

• Updated CV
• Certified copy of South African ID
• Qualification certificate or academic proof for your Operations Management or related qualification
• Clear contact details (phone + email)
• Any supporting admin, systems, office, or operations-related strengths on your CV
• Any disability-supporting documents requested on the application portal

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About the sponsor

PPECB, the Perishable Products Export Control Board, is an independent service provider of quality certification and cold chain management services for producers and exporters of perishable food products. It operates as a national public entity with functions linked to export quality assurance, food safety, and cold chain services. For More Information visit the PPECB Website

Quick tips for applicants

• Make your qualification field easy to identify on your CV
• Highlight admin, systems, MS Office, and organisational strengths clearly
• Show that you are comfortable with office-based work and routine administration
• Mention that you can travel reliably to and from the workplace
• Keep your CV focused on accuracy, planning, and willingness to learn

Common mistakes that get applicants rejected

• Submitting a CV that does not clearly show the required qualification
• Leaving out key academic details
• Not showing computer literacy or administrative strengths
• Uploading incomplete or unreadable documents
• Ignoring the transport / workplace attendance requirement

Scam warning (important)

Never pay a fee to apply for a graduate placement. Use only the official PPECB careers page linked below. If anyone asks for payment for shortlisting, interviews, or placement, rely only on the employer’s official recruitment platform.

How this opportunity was verified

Verified by us on 17 March 2026 using the official vacancy details provided for Graduate PWD Administrative Assistant Operations-008-033, together with PPECB’s official website for sponsor background.

How to apply

1. Open the official vacancy page using the button below.
2. Read the requirements carefully and confirm that your qualification matches the role.
3. Prepare your CV and supporting documents.
4. Submit your application through the official PPECB careers platform.