Job Description

Position overview:

We are looking for a highly diligent, intelligent, and motivated Junior Personal Assistant to support the Director and assist with both client-facing work and internal operations. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who is eager to learn fast, take ownership, and grow within a creative digital agency.



This is not a passive admin role. You will be expected to think, learn, adapt, and improve daily.

Key Responsibilities



Client and proposal support

Creating quotes based on client enquiries



Developing client proposals using existing templates (PowerPoint and Photoshop-based templates)



Writing clear, professional client emails



Assisting with RFQs, RFPs, TORs, and proposal documentation



Website and content work

Updating website content using WordPress (Elementor)



Assisting with website design updates (WordPress / Elementor)



Writing articles, blog posts, and long-form content



Website copywriting (pages, sections, revisions)



Project and operations support

Basic project planning and creating timelines



Supporting internal workflows and task tracking



Assisting the Director with daily operational and creative tasks



Design support

Assisting with proposal template designs



Updating and adapting existing design templates

(Design and WordPress experience is not required, but will be highly advantageous.)

How to apply, please submit:

Your CV

(Please name your file:

YourName_okcaJPA_2026.pdf)



A short, non-generic cover letter explaining why you want to work for us

Please start your cover letter with the sentence:

"I read the full job description and I would like to work for Oliver Karstel Creative Agency because"

In your cover letter, briefly answer the following question:

"What is one skill you taught yourself recently, and how did you go about learning it?"

Two writing samples

(Articles, website copy, or similar professional writing)



Applications that do not follow these instructions will not be considered.

Salary Range:

R8000.00 - R15 000.00 per month (based on experience)

(Cost to Company)

Job type:

Full-time

Work location:

In person, at our production office in Centurion, Pretoria.

Expected start date:

2026/02/01

Requirements:

Strong attention to detail and a proactive mindset

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to multitask and meet deadlines

Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar)

Interest in marketing, content creation, or digital media is a plus

REQUIREMENTS

What we're looking for

Extremely strong attention to detail



Intelligent, fast learner with good problem-solving ability



Excellent written English (non-negotiable)



Strong work ethic and self-discipline



Comfortable working with instructions, systems, and templates



Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines



Willingness to learn new tools, systems, and software regularly



Proactive mindset - you don't wait to be told twice

Required skills

Strong written and verbal communication



Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar)



Computer literacy and confidence learning new tools

Advantageous

WordPress / Elementor experience



Basic design knowledge (PowerPoint, Photoshop, or similar)



Marketing, content, or digital media interest



Prior agency or professional services experience