Project Assistant jobs

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