Job Summary
- Type: part-time
- Location: Harare
- Category: Administration
- Closing Date: 2026-08-23
Key Responsibilities
- Serving staff and clients with teas, refreshments and lunches.
- Maintaining the kitchen and ensuring that it is always clean and orderly.
- Collecting, cleaning and properly storing kitchen utensils.
- Collecting and distributing internal mail.
- Coordinating staff laundry for cleaning.
- Requisitioning consumables and kitchen provisions.
- Setting up training rooms and boardrooms as required.
- Controlling kitchen stocks and maintaining appropriate re-order levels to avoid shortages.
- Supporting general office cleanliness and ensuring a professional working environment.
Requirements
- Ordinary Level passes.
- At least two years of proven experience in a similar cleaning, office support or janitorial role.
- Customer care training will be an added advantage.
- Ability to work with minimum supervision.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
How to Apply
About the Company
The Standards Association of Zimbabwe (SAZ) serves as the primary national body dedicated to standardization activities across the country. As a key Organization for Standardization, SAZ is instrumental in developing, promoting, and implementing national standards for various industries and products within Zimbabwe. Its comprehensive services include product certification, systems certification, quality management training, and accredited laboratory testing. These initiatives are crucial for enhancing product quality, ensuring consumer safety, and fostering industrial competitiveness and trade both locally and internationally for Zimbabwean businesses. Ultimately, SAZ contributes significantly to sustainable economic development and public welfare by upholding internationally recognized standards and best practices throughout Zimbabwe.
An Organization for Standardization.
Website: https://www.saz.org.zw/
Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifications or certifications are typically required for an Office Assistant I role at SAZ?
A minimum of 'O' Level with passes in English and Mathematics is usually required, though many employers prefer candidates with a National Certificate in Administration or a related NQF Level 4 qualification from a ZIMCHE-accredited institution. Relevant short courses (e.g., MS Office, records management) from institutions like ZIMSEC-accredited colleges or the Zimbabwe Institute of Management add value.
What does a typical day look like for an Office Assistant I in Zimbabwe’s public-sector-aligned organisations like SAZ?
Daily tasks include managing incoming/outgoing correspondence, filing both physical and digital records, supporting meetings with minute-taking and logistics, and handling front-desk duties such as greeting visitors and answering calls. Punctuality, respect for hierarchy, and adherence to official protocols — including use of formal titles and proper documentation procedures — are strongly emphasised in Zimbabwean administrative culture.
How does career progression usually work for Office Assistants in Zimbabwean standards or regulatory bodies?
With consistent performance and further qualifications (e.g., NQF Level 5–6 in Administration or Public Administration), assistants may progress to Office Assistant II, Senior Office Assistant, or Administrative Officer roles. Internal vacancies are often advertised internally first, and professional development through ZIMRA, ZIMSEC, or SAZ-recognised training is encouraged for advancement.
What benefits can I realistically expect in an Office Assistant I role with a statutory body like SAZ?
Statutory bodies in Zimbabwe typically offer 30 days’ annual leave, access to a government-approved medical aid scheme (e.g., NSSA-affiliated plans), and mandatory NSSA pension contributions. Some also provide transport allowances or housing support, though these vary by employer policy and budgetary capacity.
How do I apply, and what do Zimbabwean employers specifically look for in Office Assistant I applicants?
Applications are usually submitted via email or in person with a CV, certified copies of certificates, and a signed application letter addressed to the HR Manager — handwritten letters are still accepted but typed, well-formatted submissions are preferred. Employers prioritise neat presentation, evidence of reliability (e.g., referees from previous employers or community leaders), and demonstrated competence in local communication norms, including respectful Shona/Ndebele/English usage where appropriate.