About the position
Company Profile
This is a lighting and furniture designer company with more than a decade of experience. We specialize in providing a turn-key service that covers the entire process from design, manufacturing, and supply to the final installation of furniture and lighting.
We primarily work within the hospitality industry, collaborating with architects, interior designers, and procurement companies. Our product offerings range from unique individual bespoke pieces to large-volume, client-specific pieces.
Position: Project Assistant
Location: Cape Town Term: Full-time Salary/Rate: R17 000
We are seeking a Project Assistant to the Company Director to manage general office administration, social media presence, and assist with product and project execution.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of duties across administration, project support, and digital marketing:
1. General Office and Project Administration
- Perform general administrative duties as required.
- Interface with suppliers and conduct prompt, clear communication with clients.
- Keep a workflow record of projects and suppliers to ensure a seamless process.
- Manage both the digital space and physical filing system.
- Compile media packs and create design process packs for clients.
- Create pitches and presentations for potential and existing clients.
- Maintain a detailed contact list of all suppliers and clients, and record all communication.
- Keep a digital and print record of projects and media files (images).
2. Online and Social Media Management
- Conduct internet research to target potential new clients and research products.
- Create and manage the company's social media and online presence across various platforms.
- Develop creative content, including grids for posting, sourcing, and editing images.
- Create reels, Instagram stories for each post, and schedule regular posts.
- Regularly load company projects and update the company profile and product images online.
- Engage with interior designers and share relevant content.
- Collaborate with the web developer.
3. Product Development Support
- Conduct market research for product and price comparison.
- Research solutions for unusual requests on project items.
- Source parts and request quotes from suppliers.
Requirements
- Working experience in a related industry is essential.
- Proven work experience in social media and content management.
- Ability to deliver creative content (text, image, and video).
- Knowledge of online marketing.
- Strong time-management and organizational skills.
- Excellent research skills to target potential new clients.
- Advanced computer skills in Word, Outlook, Excel, Google Drive, and PowerPoint.
- Own transport to and from work and own laptop are required.
Desired Skills:
- Communication
- Design
- Social Media
